SUE Phase ManagerSurveying And Mapping, LLC
SUE Phase Manager
US-MI-Ann Arbor
Job ID: 26-7564
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE)
Ann Arbor
Overview
For over thirty years, SAM has built a reputation as a trusted, knowledgeable, and innovative partner. Our licensed professionals transform petabytes of complex spatial data into intelligent insights in a holistic Managed Geospatial Services™ (MGS™) framework. As North America's premiere MGS™ company, SAM provides practical, precise, and high-fidelity solutions designed to enhance decision-making, mitigate risks, achieve strategic objectives, and drive costs out of our client's business. Our vision is to advance spatial data acquisition, improve analysis capabilities, and develop predictive analytics to redefine and transform how infrastructure assets are developed and managed throughout their lifecycles.
Responsibilities
The SUE Phase Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day execution of Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) project phases, ensuring field and office operations are performed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with project scope, schedule, and budget. This role supports the Project Manager by coordinating resources, monitoring project progress, managing staff, and maintaining quality standards for SUE investigations.
Serving as a key point of contact for project-related coordination, the SUE Phase Manager works closely with field crews, office staff, clients, and utility owners to ensure accurate utility designation, data collection, and deliverable preparation. This role also assists the Project Manager with financial oversight, billing review, and proposal support while escalating critical project concerns or decision points when necessary.
Key Responsibilities
Project Execution & Field Operations
Execute project work plans and monitor staffing requirements for SUE projects
Oversee daily field and office operations related to utility designation, mapping, and data collection
Track project deliverables, schedules, and milestones to ensure projects remain on track
Coordinate field crews performing QL-B and QL-A utility investigations
Ensure field data collection, documentation, and project deliverables meet company and client standards
Implement procedures and systems to maximize operational efficiency and project performance
Team Leadership & Staff Development
Lead and supervise SUE field technicians and project staff
Provide clear direction to field and office teams regarding project scope, expectations, and deliverables
Participate in recruiting, onboarding, and training of SUE personnel
Support staff development and ensure teams follow safety and quality procedures
Financial Oversight & Project Reporting
Monitor project budgets, spending, and resource utilization
Manage assigned project scope, schedule, and QA/QC responsibilities
Generate reports from accounting and project management systems to support accurate project tracking
Review project performance data including financial metrics, budgets, and productivity
Assist Project Managers with billing review and financial tracking
Client Coordination & Communication
Serve as a company representative during client meetings, field coordination efforts, and project discussions
Act as a point of contact for client questions related to project execution and field operations
Coordinate with utility owners, contractors, traffic control providers, and other project stakeholders
Escalate key issues, risks, or decisions to the Project Manager as needed
Develop and maintain positive client relationships
Business Development & Project Support
Assist with proposal preparation and review, including scopes of work, schedules, and budgets
Support the preparation of change orders and contract modifications
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of SAM’s SUE services and project delivery processes
Qualifications
- Associate/Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Experience leading a group in a professional setting is preferred
- Possess a reasonable amount of technical proficiency
- Surveyor-in-Training (SIT) or Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) license preferred or;
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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