Utilities Relocation Engineer — Highway Projects

State-of-Missour; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Missouri Department of Transportation seeks a district utilities engineer to negotiate and prepare agreements with utilities and municipalities for relocating facilities tied to highway projects.

The role involves coordinating relocations, reviewing cost estimates, and ensuring compliance with auditing guidelines. Requires PE licensure in Missouri and a strong background in transportation engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from ABET-accredited college or university curriculum.
• Licensed as a Professional Engineer in the State of Missouri.
• Five years of experience in highway or transportation engineering.

Responsibilities

• Notifies and coordinates with municipalities, consultants, and utility companies for relocation projects and planning.
• Prepares and reviews utility agreements, easements, job-specific provisions, and cost estimates; negotiates obligations and approves final invoices.
• Conducts field visits to explain project impacts and ensure alignment with policy and expectations.
• Reviews permit applications for compliance with policy and documents variances.
• Ensures design and construction costs meet state and federal auditing guidelines.

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering (ABET-accredited)

Licensed Professional Engineer in Missouri

Job description

Missouri Department of Transportation seeks a district utilities engineer to negotiate and prepare agreements with utilities and municipalities for relocating facilities tied to highway projects.

The role involves coordinating relocations, reviewing cost estimates, and ensuring compliance with auditing guidelines. Requires PE licensure in Missouri and a strong background in transportation engineering.