SAM Group · 12 hours ago
Director of SUE - Mid Atlantic
Gainesville, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/ExecutiveSAM, LLC is a leading company in Managed Geospatial Services™ with a focus on transforming spatial data into actionable insights. The Director of Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) will oversee operations, drive strategic growth, and ensure high-quality service delivery across the Mid-Atlantic region. This role requires strong leadership and technical expertise to enhance client satisfaction and operational excellence.
AerospaceMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Lead day-to-day operations of the SUE department, ensuring efficient use of personnel, equipment, and resources
Establish staffing plans, workflows, and utilization strategies to support project delivery and growth
Develop and implement standardized procedures to improve efficiency, consistency, and quality
Oversee project scopes, budgets, schedules, safety plans, and QA/QC processes
Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and client requirements
Provide technical oversight and guidance on SUE services including QL-A, QL-B, utility designation, vacuum excavation, GPR, and survey integration
Monitor key performance metrics to ensure productivity, profitability, and risk mitigation
Support complex or high-profile projects with technical review and problem resolution
Ensure adherence to industry best practices and evolving SUE standards
Build and maintain strong client relationships to drive satisfaction and repeat business
Partner with executive and business development teams to identify and pursue new SUE opportunities
Support proposal development, scope definition, pricing strategies, and client presentations
Represent the company at client meetings, industry events, conferences, and trade shows
Recruit, mentor, and develop SUE leadership, project managers, and technical staff
Foster a collaborative, accountable, and safety-focused team culture
Support career development, training initiatives, and succession planning
Align staffing resources with current workloads and future growth initiatives
Align SUE department goals with company-wide strategies and regional growth plans
Collaborate with Survey, GIS, BIM/LiDAR, and other service lines to deliver integrated solutions
Identify opportunities to optimize workflows, technology, and resource allocation
Contribute to long-term strategic planning and expansion of SUE services across multiple markets
Qualification
Required
Previous relevant industry experience
Strong knowledge of SUE principles, methods, technologies, and industry standards
Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills
Demonstrated success in managing teams, client relationships, and business development with a proven track record in leadership and project management
Preferred
Professional Surveyor or Engineer License
Benefits
Health and Wellness Benefits: BlueCross BlueShield health insurance coverage begins the month after your hire date, Free Vision + Dental plans for employees, company-paid premiums for Long-term disability/Life Insurance (with HSA + FSA plans), SAM Cares program focused on holistic well-being
Financial Benefits: Employee Referral Rewards Program of $1K, $2,500 or $5K, Access to Ramsey Smart Dollar to support financial goals and retire with confidence, Fidelity retirement plans with a 5% company match, tuition reimbursement, optional cellphone stipend
Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including vacation/sick/holidays, parental leave to support families
Professional Development: Customized career development plan for licensing and certifications, Project Manager Business Academy, CAD Training Program, Individual Development Plans/Career Check-Ins, SAM WINS - our initiative for women-focused leadership and development, Milestone Anniversary Recognition, SAMbassador mentorship program
Perks and Discounts: Access to “Perks at Work” for discounts on wellness + travel + leisure and everyday purchases, company-sponsored events, free office snacks
Culture and Awards/Achievements: SAM Named 2023 Top Workplace USA for Second Consecutive Year; 2023 SAM Ranks No. 88 on ENR Top 500 Design Firms
Company
SAM Group
A global precision engineering group specialising in creating precision engineering solutions for the aerospace and commercial equipment industries, the SAM Group is headquartered in Singapore.
Founded in 1981
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jeffrey Goh
President and ceo
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