Senior Utilities Coordinator

RS&H; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architecture and engineering firm in North Carolina is seeking a Senior Utilities Coordinator to manage utility relocation efforts for roadway and bridge projects. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of ten years of experience in utility coordination, strong skills in Microsoft Office applications, and proven ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders. This role is pivotal in ensuring project compliance with regulations and achieving client objectives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten years of experience in utility coordination.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Assist with identification and resolution of utility conflicts.
• Develop Utilities by Others (UbO) Plans.
• Perform utility records research and communication.

Skills

Utility coordination

Communication skills

Project management

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Education

HS Diploma

Associate’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

MicroStation/Open Roads

Job description

Senior Utilities Coordinator – North Carolina (Charlotte / Raleigh)

We are currently seeking a Senior Utilities Coordinator to join our Infrastructure Practice in the Charlotte or Raleigh office. As a Senior Utilities Coordinator, you will perform utility coordination duties in planning, designing, contacting, and directing utility owners’ relocation efforts as it pertains to proposed roadway and bridge improvement projects.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the identification, communication, and resolution of utility conflicts on various types of infrastructure projects.
• Develop Utilities by Others (UbO) Plans and utility designs based upon input from utility owners and project manager.
• Type, format, and organize project documents, reports, specifications, and correspondence.
• Create and maintain paper and electronic files.
• Apply company Quality Assurance (QA) guidelines and procedures.
• Apply NCDOT Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) guidelines and procedures.
• Assist with and conduct meetings and presentations.
• Assist with the management and coordination of Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) investigations, schedules, and submittals.
• Frequent verbal/written communication between project managers, clients, and utility owners to ensure project schedules are met and are compliant with federal, state, and local laws, in addition to all regulations required by the client.
• Work independently, and with project team, to meet client’s needs/objectives.
• Review and perform QA/QC of utility company agreements, plans, specifications, cost estimates and invoices submitted by utility companies to assure compliance with applicable rules, regulations, and requirements.
• Perform utility records research, obtaining project utility company contacts, preparing contact ledgers and utility conflict tracking reports/matrices.
• Assist with and prepare client deliverables, utility exhibits, project guides, project reviews, project invoices and expense reports as needed.
• Travel for project site visits is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in the utility coordination industry, preferably NCDOT experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Proficiency in reading and understanding civil transportation engineering design plans.
• Proficiency in reading and understanding utility installation and adjustment plans.
• Ability to transition easily between multiple projects and tasks.
• Basic MicroStation/Open Roads experience (required).
• 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.
• HS Diploma.
• Associate’s degree is a plus.
• Valid Driver License and an acceptable motor vehicle record.

If this sounds like the role for you and you're ready to join an amazing team, please apply.

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The Team

From managed toll lanes and long‑range corridor plans to complex interchanges, major roadway, and segmental bridge designs, our teams provide the highest quality planning, environmental and engineering design solutions to our clients. Each day, we partner with transportation agencies and local governments across the country to keep our communities moving and improving the overall quality of life. By joining our team, you too can lead the evolution of transportation.

The Company

Employee‑owned, RS&H is one of the nation’s leading architecture, engineering, and consulting firms, with associates who work hard every day to create tomorrow together. We offer an exceptional journey from start to future. Our integrated teams translate experience into insight, turn challenges into opportunities, and build relationships that are as strong as the buildings and infrastructure we deliver together. We attribute our success to our unwavering commitment to our core values: integrity, accountability, curiosity, and teamwork.