Utility Coordinator II

HDR; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Utility Coordinator II who will play a crucial role in ensuring successful project execution through effective communication and coordination of utility conflicts. This position involves reviewing design plans, participating in site assessments, and ensuring compliance with local regulations. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree and have at least three years of relevant experience in utility management or transportation engineering.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of related experience.
• Ability to read and understand civil transportation engineering design plans.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Review proposed freight rail construction design plans for conflicts.
• Support Project Managers and participate in site visits and assessments.
• Conduct research to determine land ownership and utility conflicts.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Technical degree or a combination of education and relevant experience

Tools

Bluebeam Revu

ArcGIS

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

Job description

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?

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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.

In the role of Utility Coordinator II, we'll count on you to:

• Review proposed freight rail construction design plans against all available utility infrastructure documentation to determine locations of potential conflicts with applicable standards and project construction.
• Review of railroad license agreements, easements, deed records, or other documents to determine occupancy rights and applicability of compensable interests.
• Perform records research at City / County offices to determine land ownership and property boundaries, as necessary.
• Support Project Managers and participate in client and stakeholder visits, site visits, field assessments, and construction observation as needed.
• Assist with the identification, communication, and resolution of utility conflicts on Transportation/Roadway projects.
• Assist with the management and coordination of Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) investigations, schedule, and submittals.
• Perform utility records research, obtaining project utility company contacts, existing maps and plans, preparing contact ledgers and assist in utility conflict tracking reports.
• Work independently, and with project team, coordinating with utility companies and design engineers to meet client’s needs and objectives.
• Assist with and prepare client deliverables, utility exhibits, project guides, project reviews, project invoices, expense reports and project monitoring/field verification, as needed.
• Apply company/client quality assurance guidelines and procedures for project documents, time and budget management.
• Assist in the 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 of the client.
• Frequent communication, both verbal and written, 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 any other regulations required by the client.
• Assist with and conduct meetings, presentations, and minutes for both in person and virtual meetings.
• Support Project Managers in the development of proposal elements, project scope elements, budget elements, and schedule elements.
• Type, format and organize project documents, reports, specifications, and correspondence.
• Create and maintain paper and electronic files.
• Travel requirements are typically 20%.
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Ability to read and understand civil transportation engineering design plans
• Ability to read and understand utility installation and adjustment plans
• Position requires strong communication, both verbal and written, organization skills, attention to detail, scheduling and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read and understand contractual documents, including but not limited to; deeds, engineering plans, sub-contractor proposals, reimbursement agreements, occupancy and use agreements, etc.
• Basic understanding of real estate principles and the ability to read and understand easements, deeds, legal descriptions and general documents associated with property rights
• Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu, ArcGIS, KMZs, AutoCAD, or MicroStation
• Familiarity of Transportation/Roadway/Utility industry
• Local candidates preferred

• Technical degree or a combination of education and relevant experience
• A minimum of 3 years of related experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel and Outlook
• Ability to read and understand civil transportation engineering design plans
• Ability to read and understand utility installation and adjustment plans
• 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

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.