SUE Field Supervisor

KCI Technologies•Reno, NV

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position blends hands-on Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) field leadership with foundational project management responsibilities, specifically supporting projects throughout Nevada, Utah, and the Western U.S. The SUE Field Supervisor supports the planning, execution, and delivery of SUE projects while actively supervising field crews and coordinating with internal project managers and clients in western markets. This role is intended as a developmental management position, bridging senior technical staff and project leadership, with a clear growth path toward full Project Manager responsibilities. KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning. KCI is currently ranked #53 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation. KCI is committed to building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to its employee-owners, investing deeply in supporting and developing its team, and rewarding integrity and commitment. Employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game.

Requirements

Minimum of 4 years of relevant work experience
Valid Driver’s License
Ability to maintain required certifications
Pre-employment drug screening
Background check
Motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position

Nice To Haves

Highschool Diploma/GED

Responsibilities

Support Project Managers with day-to-day project execution, including scope tracking, scheduling, and budget awareness.
Assist in the development and execution of project work plans, safety plans, and schedules.
Track field progress and communicate status updates, risks, and constraints to Project Managers.
Assist with project setup, documentation, and closeout activities.
Participate in internal project review meetings and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
Supervise and mentor SUE field crews, including 2- and 3-person teams, across Nevada, Utah, and surrounding western states.
Perform and oversee utility locating/designating using electromagnetic equipment, GPR, and vacuum excavation.
Operate and/or oversee the operation of vacuum excavation trucks and related equipment as required.
Review utility records, plans, and as-built drawings from western state, county, and municipal agencies; compare field data to design plans.
Ensure field sketches, photographs, and documentation are accurate, complete, and compliant with project requirements.
Ensure compliance with ASCE 38-22 guidelines and applicable Nevada, Utah, and Western municipal standards.
Enforce KCI safety policies and project-specific safety plans.
Assist with traffic control planning and implementation.
Identify safety hazards and implement corrective actions.
Conduct or assist with safety meetings and toolbox talks.
Serve as a secondary point of contact for clients under the direction of the Project Manager, with emphasis on public agencies and private clients in Nevada, Utah, and the Western U.S.
Participate in client meetings, site walks, and coordination calls as needed.
Foster a collaborative team environment and promote professional development of junior staff.