Surveying - Level 4 SUE Lead / Party Chief (5-10 yrs exp)

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise SUE field crews performing utility designation, utility locating field services, and mapping.
• Operate advanced utility detection equipment including: Electromagnetic locators
• Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR)
• GPS / Total Station systems
• Interpret utility records, plans, and GIS data prior to field investigation.
• Ensure accurate field documentation including sketches, digital data collection, and reports.
• Coordinate with project managers, survey/sue teams, engineers, and contractors.
• Conduct quality assurance checks to ensure compliance with project and ASCE 38-22 standards.
• Manage daily crew activities including safety briefings, equipment readiness, and scheduling.
• Train and mentor junior staff such as SUE Assistants and Technicians Level II/III.
• Maintain project productivity while ensuring safety and accuracy.
• Communicate field findings and potential conflicts to project stakeholders.

Requirements

• Leadership and crew supervision
• Advanced utility locating techniques
• Field data management and QA/QC
• Problem solving and decision making
• Communication with engineers, contractors, and project managers
• Work Environment
• Primarily outdoor field work in transportation corridors, construction sites, and urban infrastructure areas
• Regular travel to project sites
• May involve night work or traffic control operations
• Occasional lifting of equipment up to 50 lbs
• Required
• High school diploma or GED
• 5+ years of experience in SUE, utility locating, or surveying/mapping
• Experience operating GPR and electromagnetic locating equipment
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record
• Strong leadership and field coordination experience
• Preferred
• Associate's degree or coursework in surveying, civil engineering, or geomatics
• Advanced knowledge of ASCE 38-22 SUE standards
• OSHA 30 certification
• Experience with GIS, CAD data collection, or survey software
• Utility coordination or subsurface mapping experience
• What is KPFF?
• KPFF is a multi-office, multi-discipline engineering firm. We're driven by a commitment to our core values of Excellence, Trust, Relationships, Stability, and Passion; defining our professional practice, how we are organized and our commitment to our clients and employees.
• We partner with the world's most thoughtful professionals to engineer extraordinary places.
• KPFF offers excellent benefits including medical and life insurance, vacation/sick/holiday pay, three percent 401k contributions with no matching requirements, bonus compensation, flexible work schedule, career development programs, and much more.
• Why KPFF?
• Relationship Building: At our core, we focus on forging meaningful connections. By prioritizing trust and stability, we create lasting relationships with our partners and clients that stand the test of time.
• Supportive Environment: We cultivate growth in all aspects of your life in a supportive environment that values your well-being. From promoting a healthy lifestyle to organizing social activities, we strive to create a balanced and fulfilling workplace.
• KPFF Consulting Engineers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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Additional Information

The Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Lead manages field crews responsible for locating, designating, and mapping underground utilities. This role serves as the field authority for SUE investigations and ensures all work is completed according to project requirements, quality standards, and ASCE 38-22 guidelines. The SUE Lead oversees field operations, coordinates with project managers, and ensures accurate utility documentation.

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