About the Role
SurvWest is a DBE, MBE, SBE, and ESB firm specializing in consulting services in the areas of surveying and mapping, subsurface utility engineering (SUE), and utility coordination (UC) for public and private clientele. Established in 2009 with offices in Greenwood Village, Colorado, and Fort Worth, Texas. Our vision and strategy have allowed us to successfully work throughout the Western US on a continuous basis and build a strong local and regional presence in Colorado and Texas.
We are seeking highly motivated and dedicated professionals to help join our team. We have an opening for a qualified and highly motivated SUE Project Manager in our Greenwood Village, CO office.
The SUE Project Manager will work under the direction of SUE Operations Leader and alongside the rest of the SUE team. They should possess a comprehensive knowledge of the practices and procedures to provide Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) services. The SUE Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing SUE projects in accordance with industry standards such as American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) 38.
This role ensures accurate utility mapping, risk mitigation, and successful project delivery for infrastructure and construction projects. The Project Manager oversees field operations, client communication, budgeting, and quality assurance throughout all phases of SUE investigations.
Required Qualifications
· Apply ASCE 38-22 standard Civil Engineering practices to assigned SUE projects.
· Responsible for the management of SUE projects and the project team
· Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and subcontractors
· Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and project resource planning
· Manage project performance, including schedule, budget, and quality of the work
· Prepare SUE plans; manage project team, including delegating tasks and ensuring compliance with project scope and schedule
· Assist with developing standards and procedures to improve project delivery.
Preferred Qualifications
· Education (Preferred) – B.S. degree in Civil Engineering
· Certification (Preferred) – Professional Engineer, Civil, in Colorado
· Previous Engineering experience in SUE highly preferred, Minimum of 5 years of experience in related Civil Engineering field required
· Proficient knowledge of AutoDesk and/or MicroStation Products
· Effective in the use of Microsoft Office
· Ability to communicate effectively with clients and employees
Primary Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Project Management & Coordination
Manage SUE projects from proposal handoff through final delivery.
Coordinate SUE field crews and office production staff.
Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients.
Coordinate with survey teams, as required.
Technical Oversight
Review SUE deliverables for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project requirements.
Ensure compliance with applicable standards and client requirements.
Assist with QA/QC processes prior to final deliverable issuance.
Communication & Documentation
Communicate project status, risks, and changes clearly to clients and internal teams.
Prepare project documentation, schedules, and progress updates.
Support proposal development, scope clarification, and change management as needed.
Growth & Development
This role provides a clear pathway to Senior SUE Project Manager responsibilities based on performance, leadership ability, and project complexity handled.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a resume and brief cover letter at info@survwest.com or via LinkedIn Messaging. Qualified applicants will be contacted for further discussion.