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Entry Level Subsurface Utility Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Locating Technician l

Renton, WA · On-site

$22.50 - $30.75/hr

Join Applied Professional Services, Inc (APS) in Lent, WA as part of our Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) field tech team. When you join our field tech team, you're not confined to an office. APS ...

This role focuses on subsurface utility engineering (SUE) and underground utility exploration. The ... an entry-level or junior technician role. Work Environment The role operates within 2-3 person ...

$18.50 - $25/hr

Description DRMP's Surveying & Mapping/Geospatial Division is HIRING ! We're looking for experienced Utility Locators (Subsurface Utility Engineering - SUE) to join our Charlotte Office. * Mentoring ...

This role focuses on subsurface utility engineering (SUE) and underground utility exploration. The ... an entry-level or junior technician role. Work Environment The role operates within 2-3 person ...

Vacuum Truck Operator

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$22 - $26/hr

Our entry-level field techs gain on-the-job training in utility locating and utility designating, along with knowledge and experience in Subsurface Utility Engineering and surveying methods and ...

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Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Group Leader

Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Group Leader

DRMP

Boca Raton, FL • On-site

$14.25 - $17/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 7 days ago


DRMP rating

9.3

Company rating: 9.3 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

11th of 369 rated engineering


Job description

Description
As the Boca SUE Group Leader, you will manage the local SUE operations within DRMP’s Boca Office.
Curious about shaping the future? Discover the types of projects you could be involved in with this position. Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) | DRMP
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Your Primary Responsibilities will include
  • Cost estimating, proposal drafting, scope and fee negotiation of SUE projects and tasks.
  • Oversight of SUE Field Coordinator, technical personnel and subcontractors as needed to complete all aspects of SUE projects within DRMP Orlando office’s range.
  • Maintain list of backlogged projects with priorities for scheduling
  • Advise SUE Field Coordinator of priorities and approve field schedules and crew make-up
  • Assist SUE Field Coordinator in cooperation with Survey Field Coordinator to ensure prompt data collection of SUE data  
  • Ensure delivery of collected SUE data to proper office staff for production of deliverables
  • Communicate deliverables with clients/customers and follow up with queries on customer satisfaction/contract completeness 
  • Monitor project budgets and perform invoice reviews.
  • Coordination and assistance with SUE Group Leaders in other territories including maintaining schedules/backlog tracking, sharing personnel and equipment availability.
  • Manage training and support for field personnel to enhance quality of service and workflow efficiencies as appropriate.
  • Maintain relationships with current clients and leverage industry knowledge to identify prospective clients in untapped market sectors in conjunction with local project managers and Division/Assistant Division Lead (i.e. presentations, white papers, and value engineering studies).
  • Coordinate with interdisciplinary units to fulfill project needs as well as integrate technological advancements to maintain and enhance workflow processes of SUE operations and deliverables (i.e. leverage GIS/CAD Techs as practical to implement field efficiencies, data security, and alternate deliverable options).
  • Maintain and assist with standardization of QA/QC processes across territories to adhere to company requirements, industry guidelines, and best practices.
  • Assist financial projections, book of business backlog, and equipment inventory of DRMP’s Surveying and Mapping/Geospatial group.
  • Assist Utility Coordination efforts in conjunction with project engineers to adhere to statutory process of utility certification on FDOT projects.
  • Perform annual employee performance reviews and coach personnel on career tracts. 

What you'll need
  • A minimum of 8 years in the Subsurface Utility Engineering profession.
  • Valid driver’s license with approved/acceptable driving history required.  
  • Successful history of project management.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Extensive knowledge of SUE geophysical designating, ground-penetrating radar (GPR) and vacuum excavation equipment and methodologies.
  • Knowledge of CADD systems; including MicroStation, Geopak, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office Suite.

DRMP Offers
  • Excellent compensation package
  • Outstanding holiday and paid-time-off programs
  • 401(k) Plan and Match 
  • Career Path Development Program (Management & Technical Career Tracks)
  • Mentorship Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Parental Leave
  • Competitive health and dental insurance premiums 
  • Variety of voluntary benefit options 
  • Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability
  • Company-furnished life insurance
  • Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • and More
DRMP is a Drug and Alcohol-Free workplace, an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and E-Verify employer.


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About DRMP

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Industry

Civil engineering construction

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Orlando, FL, US

Year founded

1977

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