CareerPlan

Surveying - Level 4 SUE Lead / Party Chief (5-10 yrs exp)

Los Angeles, CA, usFull-time$60k–$75k2026-10-28 → 2026-11-12
On-siteNo visa sponsorship

Core

Lead and supervise field crews in locating, designating, and mapping underground utilities using advanced detection equipment.

Role type

Senior Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) Lead / Party Chief

Builds

Accurate utility documentation, maps, and reports for construction and infrastructure projects

Domain

Civil Engineering / Subsurface Utility Engineering

Required skills

Crew supervision, GPR operation, Electromagnetic locating, GPS/Total Station operation, Field data management, QA/QC compliance, Safety management, Stakeholder communication, Utility record interpretation, GIS/CAD data handling

Preferred skills

ASCE 38-22 standards knowledge, OSHA 30 certification, Surveying/Civil Engineering coursework, Utility coordination experience

Technologies

GPR, Electromagnetic locators, GPS, Total Station, GIS, CAD

Responsibilities

Lead SUE field crews in utility designation and mapping, Operate advanced utility detection equipment, Interpret utility records and plans, Ensure accurate field documentation and QA checks, Coordinate with project managers and contractors, Manage daily crew activities and safety briefings, Train and mentor junior SUE staff

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC