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Colliers Engineering & Design · 9 hours ago

SUE Project Manager

Albany, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$116K/yr - $166K/yr

5+ years exp

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking a Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Project Manager to lead cutting-edge infrastructure projects that shape the future of our communities. In this role, you will manage the full project lifecycle, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality results across various projects. This position offers the opportunity to improve safety and support critical infrastructure nationwide.

ArchitectureCivil EngineeringMechanical Engineering

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Act as a mentor to junior staff

Work to ensure departmental coordination on projects

Coordinate with GDL to formulate & maintain department revenue budget/goal

Work with APM and Field Supervisor to develop and implement project schedules

Weekly review assigned staff field efforts and reports to ensure optimum utilization and recommend / manage issues related to not meeting billing goals/billable hours

Supervise staff and provide positive direction and constructive criticism

Train/instruct staff in proper job performance, set positive examples in behavior and work ethic

Prepare Proposals, Expression of Interest, and Work Authorizations for assigned projects in concert with APM, GDL, RDL

Maintain and utilize working knowledge of accepted discipline practice, scientific principles, regulatory programs, and field standards and practices in the execution of assigned work activities

Coordinate with departmental admin staff to organize and maintain proper filing of project and general information

Conformance to company standards

Prepare for and attend client/agency meetings with or without GDL/RDL to present information pertinent to the project

Strong oral and written client communication both internal and external

Works with Billing Managers to develop project invoices with accounting support

Identify opportunities to Cross Sell all our services

Ability to manage multiple projects at one time

Ability to manage staff

Develop and apply knowledge and experience with preparing proposals, developing budgets, tracking budgets and the associated financial management skills necessary to run a team and monitor the performance of assigned projects. Provide clients with proper back-up data (designating reports, test hole reports, field sketches, CAD files, etc.)

Coordinate overall department and personnel schedule, maintain frequently to ensure ability to respond to customer needs and potential new projects

While maintaining regional focus, coordinate with Discipline Leader, Regional Director and other GDL’s to assist with project efforts outside of the region when requested

Coordinate with local municipalities to obtain proper certs and permits for work in their jurisdictions

Review project requirements and determine ability to perform the required work and ability to dispatch personnel within the project schedule

Review contract documents and address concerns with GDL

Strive towards maintaining working backlog by searching for project leads, maintaining excellent client relations with existing customers and networking with potential new clients to develop opportunities

Work with other divisions to identify potential new project opportunities and 'multi-lining' existing clients. Maintain good working relationships with department heads and in-house staff

Work with marketing and admin staff to develop & deploy marketing and advertising opportunities

Seek out opportunities for involvement with local industry groups, especially those that focus on engineering, construction, excavation, and utilities

Provide performance goals for assigned staff and provide feedback to review job performance

Supervise staff and provide positive direction, constructive criticism and recommend disciplinary actions when necessary

Review plans, specifications, cost estimates, permits, and other contract documents

Manage project schedules, budgets, and QC/QA plans

Participate in group conference calls, coordination efforts and reporting

Manage staff and current projects to ensure effective and positive outcomes

Set positive examples in behavior and work ethic

Identify learning and training opportunities to improve staff effectiveness and foster pride in work product

Qualification

SUE backgroundASCE compliant SUEASCE 38 knowledgeNYSDOT certificationsMS Office proficiencyBlueBeam proficiencyField Aware proficiencyInterpersonal skillsWritten communicationOral communicationOrganizational skillsDetail-oriented

Required

Bachelor's Degree Preferred, Strong SUE background

5+ years of related experience at an Assistant PM or PM level

NYSDOT 18.2.1, 18.3.1, 18.6.1

Strong background in SUE (Performing/Managing ASCE compliant SUE)

Extensive knowledge of ASCE 38, familiar with related standards; CGA, PHMSA, APWA

Ability to interpret plans, specifications and requirements for preparing SUE proposals and deliverables

Interpersonal skills, ability to effectively work well with and communicate with others

Strong written and oral communication skills

Ability to deliver technical presentations, educational/marketing discussions with new or prospective clients

Strong organizational skills with a keen ability to prioritize and multi-task

Proficient in MS Office, BlueBeam, Field Aware and/or other related software

Excel in the ability to learn, apply and teach others technical skills and knowledge

Keen eye for detail

Preferred

Valid driver's license preferred, OSHA 10 & 30 Hour

Benefits

Company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid pregnancy disability leave

Short- and long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

A company-matched 401(k)/Roth

Paid time off that includes parental and military leave

Employee referral and professional license bonuses

A straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week

Reimbursement for education

A free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses

Mentorship program

Wellness program

Women’s Organization

Ongoing philanthropic opportunities

Company

Colliers Engineering & Design

Colliers Engineering is a provider of multi-discipline engineering, design, and consulting services to public and private sector clients. It is a sub-organization of Colliers.

Founded in 1984

Holmdel, New Jersey, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://colliersengineering.com

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