SUE Party Chief I

WithersRavenel • Wilmington, NC

12d • Onsite

About The Position

WithersRavenel is seeking an experienced SUE Party Chief to join its team in Wilmington, NC. The role leads a field crew performing Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) investigations using Electromagnetic (EM) and Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) equipment. The Party Chief coordinates field operations, ensures quality and safety standards, and trains and guides crew members. The position requires technical knowledge of subsurface utilities, sound decision-making, and a commitment to a collaborative and productive team environment.

Work is performed outdoors in locations including landfills, construction sites, swamps, residential neighborhoods, roadway work zones, and wooded areas. The role may require lifting and carrying instruments weighing up to 50 pounds over rough terrain, clearing vegetation, digging holes, and driving stakes with hand tools. Candidates must be available for 25% overnight travel for certain out-of-town work.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience locating underground utilities using SUE equipment, including GPR and EM.
• At least 1 year of experience leading an SUE crew.
• Prior work experience with vacuum excavation.
• Experience using total stations and GPS equipment.
• Strong working knowledge of utility infrastructures.
• Strong client-focused relationship skills, including communication and organization.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Proven problem-solving skills and the ability to make accurate, informed decisions.
• Availability for 25% overnight travel for certain out-of-town work.
• Strong technical skills and a good sense of direction.
• Ability to perform moderately strenuous tasks, including lifting and carrying instruments weighing up to 50 pounds over rough terrain, clearing vegetation, digging holes, and driving stakes with hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead a SUE crew in performing Subsurface Utility Engineering services for internal and external clients.
• Communicate with project team members, client representatives, review agencies, and others as appropriate to the project.
• Operate equipment and ensure crew members follow proper equipment operating protocols while maintaining a safe work environment.
• Maintain accurate and thorough work quality that meets company and client regulatory requirements.
• Collect field data accurately and efficiently and locate features.
• Manage time, organize work, and handle multiple projects simultaneously to meet project deadlines and client needs.
• Adhere to the company’s core values of integrity, respect, quality, community, collaboration, and sustainability.
• Provide training and guidance to crew members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed