Subsurface Utility Engineering; SUE Group Leader

Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Group Leader

Location:

Boca Raton, FL

Department:
Survey/Geomatics

As the Boca SUE Group Leader, you will manage the local SUE operations within DRMP’s Boca Office. This role includes overseeing SUE projects, coordinating field personnel, and maintaining client relationships to ensure high‑quality deliverables and efficient workflows.

• 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.
• 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.
• 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 tracks.

• 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 Micro Station, Geopak, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office Suite.

• 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.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Management and Manufacturing

Civil Engineering