SUE (Subsurface Utility Engineering) Data Analyst

Colliers Engineering & Design•Town of Colonie, NY

About The Position

Colliers Engineering & Design is hiring a SUE Data Analyst in Albany, New York. The role transforms subsurface utility engineering data into actionable information for infrastructure projects, supporting accurate data, efficient project delivery, reduced risk, and engineering design. The analyst works with multidisciplinary project teams and uses geospatial technologies and related software to coordinate field-data collection, quality checks, drafting, and client deliverables. The position also supports project application setup and maintenance, organizes project information, coordinates with survey and CADD staff, provides clients with supporting project data, and works with local municipalities on certifications and permits. Attendance at conferences and training seminars may be needed to stay current with applications and equipment used in the utility field.

Requirements

0–5+ years of experience in SUE or a closely related field.
Ability to designate utilities using surface geophysical equipment, including RF pipe and cable locators, ground-penetrating radar, and electromagnetic induction devices.
Interpersonal skills and ability to work and communicate effectively with others.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize and multitask.
Proficiency in MS Office, Bluebeam, Fulcrum, and/or related software.
Ability to learn, apply, and teach others technical skills and knowledge.
Keen attention to detail.
Ability to read, write, and understand English for job-related written communications, verbal instructions, and interactions.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree preferred, ideally in a related field.

Responsibilities

Attend project kickoff meetings in person or virtually to coordinate project workflows.
Set up and maintain project applications such as Basecamp, Fulcrum, Bluebeam, or similar tools.
Receive and process field data from Fulcrum, Basecamp, Bluebeam, or other software applications.
Perform QA/QC on received data, determine whether remedial collection is needed, and update the project team on data collection status and additional data needs.
Coordinate with survey staff to support proper utility-data collection and provide them with relevant application data packages.
Coordinate with CADD staff on utility-data drafting and provide data packages to facilitate drafting and review.
Coordinate project-team review of collected data and QA/QC results, review CADD drafting, and help ensure the quality of client deliverables.
Coordinate with departmental administrative staff to organize and maintain project and general information files.
Attend conferences and training seminars as necessary to learn about new utility applications and equipment.
Provide clients with supporting data such as designating reports, test-hole reports, field sketches, and CAD files.
Coordinate with local municipalities to obtain certifications and permits for SUE work in their jurisdictions.

Benefits

Company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Paid pregnancy disability leave.
Short- and long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Company-matched 401(k)/Roth.
Paid time off, including parental and military leave.
Employee referral and professional license bonuses.
Straight-time compensation for exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.
Education reimbursement.
Access to hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses through a free in-house resource.
Mentorship program.
Wellness program.
Women’s Organization.
Ongoing philanthropic opportunities.
Safe and comfortable work environment.
Potential for career advancement.