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SAM LLC Utility Engineering Phase Manager in Austin, Texas
Who We Are
SAM is the nation’s largest combined geospatial solutions and inspection service provider in the industry. We use the industry’s most advanced software and hardware for collecting and analyzing complex spatial data across a wide range of markets and scientific disciplines. Our national reach, expertise, and applied technologies uniquely equip us to capture physical environments from coast to coast — delivering practical insights and high-quality spatial data with unrivaled speed and accuracy.
Your Impact at SAM
A Utility Engineering Phase Manager is responsible for the oversight and assistance on projects. This role is the key member of our project team. EITs assist with the day-to-day operations including oversight of cad staff, troubleshooting field staff issues, logistics, scheduling, and the tracking of deliverables. They are responsible for assisting with proposal writing, participating in professional societies, and staff development.
Coordinate SUE project activities
Review and interpret utility plans / records to assist with SUE investigations
Manage SUE tasks and projects including budgets, schedules, and contracts.
Assist in organizing and conducting pre-field kick off meetings
Provide guidance and direction, as appropriate, to the on-site SUE project staff
Support project manager during the project close out phase
Process field survey data
Develop and manage proposals, budgets, schedules, billings, and contracts
Prepare project deliverables
Track project budgets and schedules
Communicate with project stakeholders as assigned
Monitor SUE project field activities
Coordinate and manage project subcontractors
Effectively interface with sub-consultants and as well as other business relationships
With concurrence of the project manager, administer the change order process; review requests for schedule or cost adjustment and negotiate changes to the contract; prepare change order documents for approval
Plan, schedule and coordinate SUE project activities
Assist with the coordination, development and production of proposals, SOQs and presentations, ensuring the highest quality of information and documentation output
Review implementation of established procedures with preventive and corrective actions
Perform other tasks as assigned to help accomplish the Company’s strategic goal
What You Bring to SAM
Must demonstrate Certificate of Engineer in Training (EIT). PE preferred.
Experience in SUE, utility engineering and/or utility coordination is a plus
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or related Engineering program
Thorough knowledge of Client / DOT specifications and standards is a plus
Experience with Microsoft Project scheduling software preferred
Proficient in MS Word / Excel / Outlook
Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D
Proficient or strong knowledge of Microstation
Motivated to develop business from new and existing clients
Availability to work outside normal business hours as required
Basic understanding of fundamental cost accounting practices
Excellent listening, communication and organizational skills
Flexibility to travel to construction sites for extended periods and work outside of normal business hours
Our Perks
Opportunity for hybrid work schedules for office positions – Work-life balance is on us
Company paid premiums for medical, dental, vision, LTD and life insurance (HSA and FSA plans available)
Generous paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays and parental leave) – Accrual starts immediately
401(k) program offers 100% employer match up to 5%
Employee Assistance Program – Your mental health is our priority
Tuition reimbursement
No glass ceiling! Truly a place to spread your wings (Ask about our Career Pathing!)
Trainings throughout the year – Specialized in-house trainings programs designed to assist you in advancing in your career
Office snacks, free food and fun-themed events for employees throughout the year
Passion for our Community – You have endless opportunities to volunteer alongside your peers with our Corporate Social Responsibility Program
Our Culture
Our entrepreneurial culture is a key factor in SAM being recognized as a Top Workplace for nine consecutive years, and we make it our mission to ensure every one of our employees learns how to build and manage a business, not just be the subject matter expert on the team. At SAM, our employee’s development is instrumental to our success. Your learning will be supported by specialized in-house training programs and mentoring by the industry’s leading experts, who just happen to be on our staff! We make SAM a GREAT place to work, but it all starts with YOU!
EEO
SAM is an EOE/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V. SAM also participates in the federal E-Verify Program.
Must demonstrate Certificate of Engineer in Training (EIT). PE preferred.
Experience in SUE, utility engineering and/or utility coordination is a plus
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or related Engineering program
Thorough knowledge of Client / DOT specifications and standards is a plus
Experience with Microsoft Project scheduling software preferred
Proficient in MS Word / Excel / Outlook
Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D
Proficient or strong knowledge of Microstation
Motivated to develop business from new and existing clients
Availability to work outside normal business hours as required
Basic understanding of fundamental cost accounting practices
Excellent listening, communication and organizational skills
Flexibility to travel to construction sites for extended periods and work outside of normal business hours
A Utility Engineering Phase Manager is responsible for the oversight and assistance on projects. This role is the key member of our project team. EITs assist with the day-to-day operations including oversight of cad staff, troubleshooting field staff issues, logistics, scheduling, and the tracking of deliverables. They are responsible for assisting with proposal writing, participating in professional societies, and staff development.
Coordinate SUE project activities
Review and interpret utility plans / records to assist with SUE investigations
Manage SUE tasks and projects including budgets, schedules, and contracts.
Assist in organizing and conducting pre-field kick off meetings
Provide guidance and direction, as appropriate, to the on-site SUE project staff
Support project manager during the project close out phase
Process field survey data
Develop and manage proposals, budgets, schedules, billings, and contracts
Prepare project deliverables
Track project budgets and schedules
Communicate with project stakeholders as assigned
Monitor SUE project field activities
Coordinate and manage project subcontractors
Effectively interface with sub-consultants and as well as other business relationships
With concurrence of the project manager, administer the change order process; review requests for schedule or cost adjustment and negotiate changes to the contract; prepare change order documents for approval
Plan, schedule and coordinate SUE project activities
Assist with the coordination, development and production of proposals, SOQs and presentations, ensuring the highest quality of information and documentation output
Review implementation of established procedures with preventive and corrective actions
Perform other tasks as assigned to help accomplish the Company’s strategic goal