Utility Coordinator I

In the role of Utility Coordinator I, we'll count on you to:

• Assist with the identification, communication, and resolution of utility conflicts on Transportation/Roadway projects.
• Communicate and coordinate with utility companies and the project team specific to the design process and schedule and per standard client practices and requirements
• Develop and maintain accurate records of utility coordination efforts and delivery and receipt of documentation, including routine updates for the client and project team
• Develop and coordinate utility agreements and memoranda of agreements between utility companies and the client as applicable to the project design
• Coordinate with utility companies to obtain, review, and maintain utility-specific documentation (ie prior rights, as-builts, encroachment permits, betterments, no-cost letters, standards and specifications, etc.)
• Develop, maintain, and update utility-specific cost estimates applicable to the project design to inform utility documentation and the project team
• Support the project team with documentation and maintenance of records specific to utility costs and applicable reimbursements from utility companies
• Review utility design plans for compliance with applicable utility company requirements, contract requirements, and utility agreements per the Project Management Information System
• Review project design plans for utility conflicts and evaluation of feasible alternatives for mitigation
• Prepare and update utility reports and applicable data specific to proposed project design
• Support the development and assist in the maintenance of project dashboards specific to utilities, documentation, and coordination effort
• Prepare specifications and contract documents
• Perform complex assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of standard engineering techniques and procedures
• Make decisions on significant design and engineering procedures as needed
• Participate in project coordination meetings
• Function as a Technical Specialist or Project Manager on mid-size projects as needed, but project management is not the sole focus of this position
• Produce and/or oversee the development of utility plans, specifications, and estimates and support the development of other discipline design plans specific to utility relocations and conflict
• Develop and review schedules and provide support for schedule update
• Perform other duties as needed

• Bachelor's degree
• A minimum of 2 years related experience
• Ability to read and understand contractual documents, including but not limited to; deeds, engineering plans, sub-contractor proposals, reimbursement agreements, occupancy and use agreements, etc.
• Basic understanding of real estate principles and the ability to read and understand easements, deeds, legal descriptions and general documents associated with property rights
• Familiarity of Transportation/Roadway/Utility Industry
• Preference given to local candidates

• Technical degree or a combination of education and relevant experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel and Outlook
• Ability to read and understand civil transportation engineering design plans
• Ability to read and understand utility installation and adjustment plans
• Position requires strong communication, both verbal and written, organization skills, attention to detail, scheduling and problem-solving skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must