Utilities Engineer

Horrocks; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Generous paid time off

401(k) with matching contributions

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Horrocks is seeking a Utilities Engineer in Houston, TX, to oversee various utility systems projects and ensure successful completion from start to finish. The role involves leading teams, managing designs, and resolving engineering issues for large transportation projects.

Qualifications include a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, a Professional Engineering License, and at least 5 years of relevant experience. Benefits include medical insurance, generous PTO, and a 401(k) plan with a company match.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in transportation utility engineering, design, or construction.
• Ability to manage engineering, design, or construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams for design and constructability of utility systems.
• Coordinate utility relocation efforts for various agencies.
• Negotiate changes and revisions in contracts.

Skills

Management of engineering, design, or construction projects

Proficiency in Bentley MicroStation

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Degree

Professional Engineering License

Tools

Bentley MicroStation

Open Roads Designer

Job description

Department: Transportation

Location: Houston, TX

At Horrocks, we believe the best work comes from companies with values, that our people are our greatest resource, and that we have a responsibility to the communities where we work. As a Utilities Engineer, you will be responsible for a variety of projects, taking ownership from start to finish.

Unmatched Comp Time Policy: Hours worked over 40 in a week can be reimbursed as additional pay at an equivalent hourly rate or banked as additional PTO.

Core Responsibilities

• Lead a project team consisting of engineers, designers, and field personnel involved in the design, modification, analysis, and constructability of new and existing utility systems as part of large‑scale transportation projects.
• Work on challenging assignments that include investigating, troubleshooting, and solving a wide variety of engineering and construction‑related issues.
• Coordinate utility relocation efforts on behalf of Federal, State, and Local area agencies or utility infrastructure owners.
• Act as a team lead in the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of utility engineering work including scope, cost, and schedule control.
• Prepare, host, and track action items that are associated with project progress meetings.
• Negotiate revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements with sub‑consultants and clients.
• Lead efforts to ensure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
• Coordinate design activities to ensure installation and operations will comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements.
• Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements.
• Perform independent reviews of work performed by others including calculations and drawing preparation.

Qualifications, Skills, and Competencies

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Degree.
• Professional Engineering License.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the transportation utility engineering, design, or construction related fields.
• Ability to manage engineering, design, or construction projects.
• Proficiency in Bentley MicroStation and some experience in Open Roads Designer is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required.

Why would a candidate want this job?

At Horrocks, you can expect a competitive base salary and award‑winning benefits, including but not limited to:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Generous paid time off.
• 401(k): 50% match of contribution up to 6%.
• Professional development opportunities including in‑house training.
• Paid professional organization membership and professional licensure.

For more information, visit our website at www.horrocks.com

Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and protected veteran status.