Utility Coordination Engineer

HDR; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 75,810 - 131,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Utility Coordinator in Denver, CO, to enhance transportation projects by leading utility coordination, conflict resolution, and overseeing design deliverables. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree, several years of relevant experience, and proficiency in CAD and GIS programs. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package and the chance to work in a collaborative employee-owned environment. The anticipated salary range is $75,810.00 - $131,100.00.

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of related experience in the Transportation/Roadway/Utility industry.
• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills.
• Previous experience in general civil engineering.
• A minimum of two years of experience directly coordinating with utility providers.

Responsibilities

• Lead coordination for utility owners on civil engineering projects.
• Oversee utility records research and serve as Engineer of Record.
• Identify and resolve utility conflicts on civil engineering projects.
• Prepare utility-related client deliverables and project plans.

Skills

Utility Coordination

Leadership

Communication

Civil Engineering

CAD Software Proficiency

GIS Software Proficiency

Construction Oversight

Surveying Techniques Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Civil3D

MicroStation ORD

ArcGIS

Bluebeam

Adobe PDF

Job description

Overview

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you\'re modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

Responsibilities

• Utility Coordination – Lead coordination between the project team and utility owners existing within the vicinity of a civil engineering project to identify, understand, confirm, and mitigate utility risk to the project. Lead associated meetings and development of meeting materials and documentation.
• Utility Investigation – Oversight utility records research. Serve as Engineer of Record for Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) investigations performed by HDR and/or oversight investigations performed by subconsultants.
• Utility Conflict Resolution – Identify utility conflicts on civil engineering projects and lead develop solutions to resolve conflicts which may revise project design or relocation of utilities.
• Utility Design – Design and/or coordination with wet and dry utility design SMEs as required to accommodate proposed civil improvements.
• Utility Plan Production – Prepare utility-related client deliverables such as civil project plans and specifications. Preparation of exhibits for utility owners.
• Utility Field Coordination – Work with utility owners and construction management teams during the installation of utility relocations.
• Overall Project Team Coordination – Work with the overall civil project team, project engineers, and project managers to meet client needs and objectives.
• Overall Quality – Apply company/client quality assurance guidelines and procedures for project documents, time and budget management. Participate in the QA/QC review of plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Project Scoping – Assist the business lead with development of proposal material including preparation of scope and fee estimates.
• Staff Management – Anticipated that this position will assist in hiring and supervising one or more Utility EIT\’s to assist with overall group efforts.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of related experience in the Transportation/Roadway/Utility industry.
• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills
• Previous experience in general civil engineering.
• A minimum of two years of experience directly coordinating with utility providers.
• Proficiency with CAD programs such as Civil3D and MicroStation ORD.
• Proficiency with GIS-related programs such as ArcGIS and Field Maps.
• Proficiency with PDF-editing software such as Bluebeam or Adobe.
• Field experience in construction oversight or surveying capacity.
• Strong understanding of surveying techniques including the application of project control to field data collection and deliverables.
• Strong understanding of real estate principles and the ability to comprehend easements and other general documents associated with property rights.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree
• Previous experience in all aspects of roadway engineering design
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• Hands-on experience with Highways and Roads CAD engineering software such as Bentley ConceptStation and Open Roads Designer and/or Autodesk Infraworks and Civil3d
• MS Office knowledge
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Experience should include urban and rural highway interchanges, intersection design, traffic management, transportation planning, site planning, preparation of concept alignments, geometrical layout and CAD base alignment plans
• 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.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Colorado: $75,810.00 - $131,100.00

Location and Schedule

• Primary Location: United States-Colorado-Denver
• Other Locations: United States-Colorado-Colorado Springs, United States-Colorado-Englewood
• Industry: Highway + Road
• Schedule: Full-time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Business Class: Utility Coordination and Engineering
• Job Posting: Mar 24, 2026

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