SUE Project Manager

Colliers Engineering & Design•Town of Colonie, NY

12h

About The Position

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Project Manager to lead cutting-edge infrastructure projects that shape the future of our communities. In this pivotal role, you’ll take charge of the full project lifecycle, from proposal through delivery; driving precision, innovation, and excellence in utility data collection and mapping. As a leader within our SUE team, you’ll manage talented professionals, build lasting client relationships, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver accurate, high-quality results across transportation, municipal, and private development projects. This is your opportunity to make an impact where it matters most - improving safety, reducing risk, and supporting critical infrastructure nationwide. Join a nationally recognized, growth-driven firm where your expertise will help power smarter, safer, and more sustainable solutions. At Colliers Engineering & Design, we don’t just design infrastructure, we uncover possibilities. Accelerate your success with us!

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree Preferred, Strong SUE background.
5+ years of related experience at an Assistant PM or PM level.
NYSDOT 18.2.1, 18.3.1, 18.6.1.
Valid driver’s license preferred, OSHA 10 & 30 Hour.
Strong background in SUE (Performing/Managing ASCE compliant SUE).
Extensive knowledge of ASCE 38, familiar with related standards; CGA, PHMSA, APWA.
Ability to interpret plans, specifications and requirements for preparing SUE proposals and deliverables.
Interpersonal skills, ability to effectively work well with and communicate with others.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Ability to deliver technical presentations, educational/marketing discussions with new or prospective clients.
Strong organizational skills with a keen ability to prioritize and multi-task.
Proficient in MS Office, BlueBeam, Field Aware and/or other related software.
Excel in the ability to learn, apply and teach others technical skills and knowledge.
Keen eye for detail.

Responsibilities

Act as a mentor to junior staff.
Work to ensure departmental coordination on projects.
Coordinate with GDL to formulate & maintain department revenue budget/goal.
Work with APM and Field Supervisor to develop and implement project schedules.
Weekly review assigned staff field efforts and reports to ensure optimum utilization and recommend / manage issues related to not meeting billing goals/billable hours.
Supervise staff and provide positive direction and constructive criticism.
Train/instruct staff in proper job performance, set positive examples in behavior and work ethic.
Prepare Proposals, Expression of Interest, and Work Authorizations for assigned projects in concert with APM, GDL, RDL.
Maintain and utilize working knowledge of accepted discipline practice, scientific principles, regulatory programs, and field standards and practices in the execution of assigned work activities.
Coordinate with departmental admin staff to organize and maintain proper filing of project and general information.
Conformance to company standards.
Prepare for and attend client/agency meetings with or without GDL/RDL to present information pertinent to the project.
Strong oral and written client communication both internal and external.
Works with Billing Managers to develop project invoices with accounting support.
Identify opportunities to Cross Sell all our services.
Ability to manage multiple projects at one time.
Ability to manage staff.
Develop and apply knowledge and experience with preparing proposals, developing budgets, tracking budgets and the associated financial management skills necessary to run a team and monitor the performance of assigned projects. Provide clients with proper back-up data (designating reports, test hole reports, field sketches, CAD files, etc.).
Coordinate overall department and personnel schedule, maintain frequently to ensure ability to respond to customer needs and potential new projects
While maintaining regional focus, coordinate with Discipline Leader, Regional Director and other GDL’s to assist with project efforts outside of the region when requested.
Coordinate with local municipalities to obtain proper certs and permits for work in their jurisdictions.
Review project requirements and determine ability to perform the required work and ability to dispatch personnel within the project schedule.
Review contract documents and address concerns with GDL.
Strive towards maintaining working backlog by searching for project leads, maintaining excellent client relations with existing customers and networking with potential new clients to develop opportunities.
Work with other divisions to identify potential new project opportunities and “multi-lining” existing clients. Maintain good working relationships with department heads and in-house staff.
Work with marketing and admin staff to develop & deploy marketing and advertising opportunities.
Seek out opportunities for involvement with local industry groups, especially those that focus on engineering, construction, excavation, and utilities.
Provide performance goals for assigned staff and provide feedback to review job performance.
Supervise staff and provide positive direction, constructive criticism and recommend disciplinary actions when necessary.
Review plans, specifications, cost estimates, permits, and other contract documents.
Manage project schedules, budgets, and QC/QA plans.
Participate in group conference calls, coordination efforts and reporting.
Manage staff and current projects to ensure effective and positive outcomes.
Set positive examples in behavior and work ethic.
Identify learning and training opportunities to improve staff effectiveness and foster pride in work product.

Benefits

company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage
paid pregnancy disability leave
short- and long-term disability insurance
life insurance
a company-matched 401(k)/Roth
paid time off that includes parental and military leave
employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.
reimbursement for education
a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses
mentorship program
wellness program
Women’s Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.