SUE Field Supervisor

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AECOM offers a comprehensive suite of Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE), private utility locating, and services to its diverse customer base composed of Engineering, Environmental, Utility, Surveying, and other Construction, and Infrastructure. AECOM's Transportation business line is seeking an experienced SUE Field Supervisor within the San Diego, CA region. This role is eligible for straight time/hourly equivalent overtime when applicable.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Hybrid position consisting of expected time spent split 75% field, 25% office.
• Responsible for managing and day to day operations of multiple field crews.
• Ensuring field teams adherence to AECOM’s strict guidelines for safety and quality.
• Responsible for creation, and maintenance of field crew schedule for field teams across numerous projects of diverse scope across multiple locations.
• Ensure adherence to field schedule to ensure projects are completed within communicated schedule/budget.
• Read and interpret utility drawings, as-builts, GIS Files and other forms of utility records data.
• Initiate, track, process, and document utility records requests with various Utility One Call Centers and Utility Owners/Operators.
• Utilize a suite of advanced geophysical equipment (to include Ground Penetrating Radar), observational skills, and deductive reasoning to identify, designate, and locate (vacuum excavation) all utilities within a requested job scope in accordance with American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) 38-02 & 38-22.
• Utilize GPS and Total Station survey equipment in combination with Trimble Data Collectors and applications including Trimble Access and Trimble Mobile manager to survey utility features and line segments.
• Perform field audits on previously investigated utilities and/or collected field data to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Perform QA/QC of SUE field data performed by AECOM and its subcontractors to verify accuracy, completeness, and alignment with project scopes..
• Troubleshoot technical problems in the field.
• Consistently and effectively communicate with field and office staff as well as Managers and Professionals in Charge to relay project information.
• Act as an advisor/mentor to junior field staff.
• Occasional interaction with clients, utility representatives, business owners and/or homeowners.

Minimum Requirements:

• HS/GED + 8 years of related SUE and/or private utility locating experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education or AS Degree + 6 years of related SUE and/or private utility locating experience or BS Degree + 4 years of related SUE and/or private utility locating experience.
• Experience with SUE practices and procedures in accordance with ASCE 38-02 & 38-22.
• Valid US Driver’s License required to regularly drive AECOM vehicles to project sites. As a condition of employment, selected candidate must pass a Motor Vehicle Records review.
• Eligibility and willingness to travel via air as needed for projects requirements.
• Experience with pipe and cable locators such as Radio Detection RD and Vivax Metrotech vLoc Pro to designate all utility types to include EMS Marker Ball detection.
• Experience with Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) such as Impulse Radar’s PinpointR GPR System.
• Experience with Surveying best practices, techniques, and equipment for Virtual Reference Station (VRS), Base Station, and Total Station surveys. 
• Experience with ArcGIS suite of services to include, Field Maps, Survey 123, including documentation, implementation and trouble shooting.
• Experience with the safe operation of hydro/air vacuum excavation trucks and equipment.
• Experience with Microsoft 365 suite of applications to include Office, Excel, Teams, and Word.
• Position requires frequent traveling to field locations. Locations and distances vary and could include occasional overnight travel.
• Frequent lifting of equipment up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Frequent outdoor work in a variety of seasonal weather conditions.
• Daily walking several miles to perform job duties. Frequently across outdoor construction environments with a variety of uneven terrains such as mud, rock, grass, dirt and other unpaved terrains and variable outdoor conditions including heat, cold, dust, and noise.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

• OSHA 10/30 Course Completion Certification.
• First Aid, CPR, or and/or AED training Certification.
• BAMI/UESI Utility Investigation School Completion Certification.
• Experience in Computer Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) software such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, and Open Roads.
• Traffic Control Supervisor Certification (ATSSA).
• Familiarity with ASCE 75-22 - Standard Guideline for Recording and Exchanging Utility Infrastructure Data.

• Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available in the future for this position.
• Position requires frequent traveling to field locations. Locations and distances vary and could include overnight travel. 
• Eligibility and willingness to travel via air as needed for projects requirements.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

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What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

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