Utility Coordinator

STV; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 55,267 - 62,803; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

STV is seeking an experienced Utility Coordinator in the Asheville, NC area to oversee utility coordination and relocations for NCDOT division-managed programs. You will manage resources to identify conflicts, coordinate relocations, and ensure relocation prior to construction contracts.

The role emphasizes maintaining client relationships, expanding STV’s services regionally, mentoring junior staff, and promoting work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of related experience.
• Valid state driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Experience coordinating utility relocations and reviewing plans is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop utility relocation strategies and coordinate removal, relocation, and modification of utility facilities.
• Interpret highway plans and specifications to identify utility impacts.
• Coordinate meetings with NCDOT, utility owners, and contractors.
• Prepare meeting agendas and minutes, and communicate technical information clearly.
• Perform QA/QC of relocation packages and prepare Environmental Permit drawings/narratives.
• Attend field meetings and site investigations as required, with occasional travel.

Skills

Coordination

Communication

Project management

Microsoft Office

MicroStation

Regulatory compliance

Tools

MicroStation

MS Office

NCDOT Manuals

Job description

STV has immediate needs for Utility Coordinators in the Asheville, NC area to oversee utility coordination and relocations for NCDOT division-managed programs. The work comprises of managing various resources to determine utility conflicts and subsequent utility relocations and oversee the relocation of utilities prior to construction contract commencement.

This role offers unlimited opportunities to maintain existing client relationships, broaden STV’s service offerings geographically, be involved in major transportation projects, mentor junior staff, all while promoting the culture of a healthy work-life balance.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop utility relocations strategies and provide coordination/relocation services to accomplish removal, relocation, and modification of utility facilities (water, sewer, gas, electric, telecommunication, etc.)
• Must be able to interpret highway construction plans, drainage summaries, specifications, etc. to identify utility impacts
• Must have working knowledge of all policies, regulations, and engineering standards set forth by the Federal Highway Administration, North Carolina Department of Transportation, Division of Highways, and all application NC General Statutes related to utility relocation
• Knowledge of innovative construction methods while adhering to all environmental regulations and roadway design standards
• Must have strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate simultaneous tasks/projects
• Schedule and conduct utility meetings with NCDOT, utility owners, and contractors. Prepare meeting agendas and minutes
• Proficiently and professionally communicate technical information
• Work closely with other design disciplines to determine most practical utility conflict resolutions
• Must be familiar with the Subsurface Utility Engineering process and interpreting data
• Determine cost responsibility (prior rights) and assist utility owners with preparation of utility agreements, relocation plans, and relocation schedules
• Perform QA/QC of utility relocation packages for submittal to NCDOT
• Prepare and QA/QC Utility by Others (UBO) plans in MicroStation
• Prepare Environmental Permit drawings and narratives
• Attend field meetings and site investigations as required
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software or equivalent
• Experience with NCDOT Utilities Accommodation Manual
• Occasional overnight travel may be required

Specific Requirements

• Applicant must possess a minimum of 3 years of related experience.
• Candidates must hold a valid state driver’s license and clean driving record.

Compensation Range

$55,267.00 - $62,803.00

Benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
• Paid Holidays (9 days)
• Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
• Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.