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Short Description

Bowman has an opportunity for a Senior Project Manager, SUE to join our team in Raleigh, NC.

At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Purpose

Provide senior-level leadership, project management, and technical coordination for Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) projects by directing project teams and field crews through all phases of work. This role is accountable for delivering complex SUE projects on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality, safety, and ASCE standards, while supporting client relationships, operational efficiency, and business growth.

Responsibilities

Leadership and Direction

+ Receive broad guidance from senior leadership regarding strategic objectives, critical issues, and operational parameters; independently manage people, projects, and processes to ensure successful execution.

+ Lead, mentor, and direct SUE project teams, field crews, and technical staff; review work products for quality assurance and compliance with standards.

+ Provide leadership in staffing, equipment utilization, and workload planning to meet project and operational demands.

+ Promote a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement within SUE operations.

At the Operational and Company Level

+ Support SUE operational needs, including equipment, vehicle, and software acquisition and utilization.

+ Assist with workforce planning, staffing needs, and coordination of field and technical resources.

+ Participate in business development efforts by supporting marketing initiatives, meeting with clients, and strengthening relationships to secure repeat and new business.

+ Consult and coordinate with clients, contractors, and internal departments (e.g., engineering, planning, survey) to define project requirements and resolve issues.

+ Contribute to operational planning, budgeting, and performance tracking for SUE services.

Do the Work

+ Meet with prospective and existing clients to develop scopes of work, prepare proposals, establish budgets, and develop project schedules.

+ Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned projects, maintaining close liaison with clients to address technical requirements, schedule, contract, and billing matters.

+ Oversee all SUE project activities, including scope development, contract administration, staffing needs, and review of project changes, additional services, and budget impacts.

+ Define the scope and execution plans for multiple, complex SUE projects; monitor progress against schedules, budgets, and deliverables.

+ Provide day-to-day technical and operational support to SUE field crews and CAD technicians, ensuring timely communication and issue resolution.

+ Review job cost reports, prepare or approve monthly billings, and support collection of outstanding receivables for assigned clients.

+ Compile and maintain project documentation, calculations, reports, and records essential to SUE operations.

+ Support and participate in SUE quality control and quality assurance activities.

+ Procure, manage, and maintain inventory of supplies and equipment; ensure SUE vehicles and equipment are properly maintained and compliant.

Success Metrics and Competencies

+ Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.

+ Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.

+ Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.

+ Effective verbal and written communication skills.

+ Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.

+ Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.

+ Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.

+ Commitment to driving profitability and growth.

+ Commitment to becoming a "citizen" of the broader organization, breaking down barriers and silos.

+ Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks.

+ Basic understanding of financial reports and metrics.

Qualifications

+ High school diploma or GED required.

+ Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) certification preferred.

+ Ten or more (10+) years of SUE experience including experience at the SUE party chief level, or related experience.

+ Demonstrated project management experience on complex SUE projects and SUE management software.

+ Thorough knowledge of SUE designation, collection and reporting practices while adhering to ASCE-38-02 standards for all quality levels (A, B, C and D).

+ Thorough knowledge of field procedures for performing vacuum excavation (test holes), exploratory excavations, ground penetrating radar, concrete imaging and mapping and pipe thickness testing.

+ Experience with Temporary Traffic Control. MOT certification strongly preferred.

About Bowman

Are you ready to build a career that makes a lasting impact? At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We’re committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow.

A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and benefits designed to help our employees succeed.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

+ Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

+ 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

+ Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays

+ Tuition reimbursement and professional development support

+ Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives

+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

+ Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, fumes, odors, and traffic.

+ Mobility around an office environment.

+ Frequent and prolonged use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

+ Occasional outdoor work environment which may include adverse weather conditions, varying temperatures, excessive noise, and/or potential hazards.

+ Mobility around a job/construction site to include walking, bending, crawling, climbing, squatting, or kneeling and wearing of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

+ May occasionally operate SUE equipment, necessitating walking the assigned study area to complete data collection over the course of several hours.

+ Primarily local travel during the business day, although some out-of-the-area and overnight travel may be required according to the needs of the business.

+ Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.

+ Occasional pushing or pulling up to 20 pounds.

+ Occasional reaching outward or above shoulder.

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Job Description Disclaimer

Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.

Bowman is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here (https://bowman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/EEO-Policy-1.pdf) . If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here (https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/discrimination) .

Bowman has an obligation to provide and maintain a safe, healthy, and productive environment for its employees and clients. We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

If you have any questions about the application process, please email [email protected] .

Bowman is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please go here: https://bowman.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/EEO-Policy-1.pdf. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please go here: https://www.dol.gov/general/topic/discrimination.