Subsurface Utility Engineering PM

Description

RETTEW Field Services, Inc. is currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Project Manager to support our Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Team. The ideal candidate must have a strong background in utility locating, project management, and client relations. This position offers the opportunity for advancement based on performance and a commitment to our core values.

Responsibilities

Program, Project, and Task Management:

- Manage multiple client relationships and projects, ensuring adherence to contract requirements and professional standards.

- Oversee single-discipline projects with budgets up to $100K; multi-disciplinary project management experience is a plus.

- Lead project teams consisting of 1 to 5 staff members.

- Actively participate in professional organizations.

Technical Responsibilities:

- Utilize advanced subsurface utility designating field techniques, including metal detection, electromagnetics (EM), duct rodding, and ground-penetrating radar (GPR).

- Independently locate water, sewer, gas, fiber, telecom, electric, sanitary, and storm utilities.

- Conduct concrete scanning GPR and rebar mapping.

- Learn and apply advanced geophysical field investigation techniques (seismic, gravity, borehole, EM, etc.).

- Employ GPS/GNSS surveying techniques.

- Manage air/hydro-excavating field activities (test holes).

- Perform CCTV video pipe inspections (storm/sanitary sewer) as needed.

- Adhere to ASCE 38-21 standards and the SUE process, ensuring quality levels D through A.

- Prepare detailed reports and exhibits.

Communication, Teamwork, and Leadership:

- Maintain strong client relations and task management skills.

- Exhibit a passion for fieldwork and building client relationships through quality work.

- Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety culture.

- Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.

- Willingness to travel periodically.

Requirements

5-10+ years of utility locating experience.

Experience managing single-discipline projects with budgets up to $100K.

Experience with concrete scanning GPR and rebar mapping.

Knowledge of advanced geophysical field investigation techniques.

Familiarity with GPS/GNSS surveying techniques.

Experience managing air/hydro-excavating field activities.

Experience with CCTV video pipe inspection is a plus.

Understanding of ASCE 38-21 standards and the SUE process.

Surveying experience with PA, MD, OH, or WV PLS licensure is a plus.

Highly motivated with a strong work ethic.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Active participation in professional organizations.

Why RETTEW?

At RETTEW, our core values guide every decision, fuel every project, and empower every employee. We foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment where every team member feels valued and supported. As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive salaries, health insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. Our culture is built on innovation, teamwork, and professional growth. We are deeply committed to work-life balance, offering flexible work schedules and hybrid work options to help our employees manage their personal and professional lives effectively. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion creates a culturally competent and supportive environment where our management and employees model behavior that enriches our workplace. We encourage continuous learning and provide opportunities for career advancement through mentorship and professional development programs.

RETTEW is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Join us and be part of a dynamic team that is dedicated to making a positive impact on the communities we serve. #LI-Hybrid

Requirements

Requirements listed above.