Subsurface utility engineering (SUE) is an engineering practice that focuses on mapping and documenting existing utility facilities to reduce risks during the project delivery process.
This live virtual session will provide an overview of the agreed-upon principles and procedures for conducting utility investigations. It is critical to begin collecting existing utility data in the initial stages of project development. This approach facilitates a thorough utility conflict analysis and identifies strategies that maximize benefits. Using data collected, prioritize avoiding or protecting existing utility infrastructure, or when necessary, relocations. We will also review industry guidelines from the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), including the updated ASCE/UESI/CI 38-22.
After completing this course, participants will be better able to:
- Explain how utility investigations (SUE) can be integrated into project delivery.
- Describe the four quality levels and utility investigation methods.
- Describe how SUE can help to reduce project risks of delay and unanticipated costs.
Speakers/Panelists
Joel Koenig, PE, Env SP
Senior Project Manager
Crawford, Murphy & Tilly
Andrew Sylvest
Vice President of Utility Engineering
Lamb-Star Engineering
Cesar Quiroga, PhD, PE, F.ASCE
Founder and President
CQ Infrastructure Strategies, LLC
Hosted by the Utilities and Public Rights-of-Way Committee
Proficiency Level: Introductory
This program offers 0.1 CEU credits for the one-hour presentation portion of the program. The final half hour discussion in the lounge area is optional.
Registration: Free for members; $99 for nonmembers
Instructions for joining the webinar will be emailed to you the day prior, and day of the event.
A recording of this program will be available through the APWA Resource Center 3-4 weeks following the live program.
Click, Listen and Learn Contact Information Questions: (800) 848-2792, education@apwa.org
LAST DAY TO REGISTER: 12:00 p.m. Central Time August 5, 2026
Refund Policy: Online Education Program–Cancellation/Refund Policy