Utility Coordinator I Position Available In Charleston, South Carolina

Utility Coordinator I
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HDR is looking for a Utility Coordinator to join our Transportation Business Group in Charleston or Columbia, SC. This individual will help support a $2B transportation improvement project in South Carolina, and must be experienced in the process of coordinating utilities in relation to transportation project design and applicable utility agreement documentation. They will support the client, project managers, and task/discipline leads on a daily basis. 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

Preferred Qualifications:

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 #LI-HO1
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
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other’s life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location:

United States-South Carolina-Charleston

Other Locations:

United States-South Carolina-Columbia

Industry:

Highway + Road

Schedule:

Full-time

Employee Status:

Regular

BusinessClass:

Program Management

Job Posting:

Dec 12, 2024
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.
We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.