Utility Coordinator l

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Utility Coordinator to enhance project efficiency and ensure seamless communication across teams. This role involves resolving utility conflicts, assisting with engineering investigations, and preparing client deliverables. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and familiarity with utility and transportation industries. Join a collaborative team committed to creating an inclusive environment, where your contributions will help tackle significant challenges and make a positive impact in communities.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years related experience in utility coordination.
• Ability to read and understand engineering plans and agreements.

Responsibilities

• Assist with utility conflict resolution on Transportation/Roadway projects.
• Maintain communication with project managers and utility owners.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Attention to Detail

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Technical Degree or 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 work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

Each 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, we'll count on you to:

• Assist with the identification, communication, and resolution of utility conflicts on Transportation/Roadway projects.
• Assist with the review of Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) investigations, schedule, and submittals.
• Be flexible in where you will perform your work (potentially work in multiple project offices), and the work you will perform each day.
• Perform utility records research, obtain project utility company contacts, existing maps and plans, prepare contact ledgers, and assist in utility conflict tracking reports.
• Work independently and with project teams, coordinating with utility companies and roadway 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 ensure compliance with applicable rules, regulations, and client requirements.
• Maintain frequent communication, both verbal and written, with project managers, clients, and utility owners to ensure project schedules are met and comply with laws and regulations.
• Assist with and conduct meetings, presentations, and minutes for both in-person and virtual meetings.
• Support Project Managers in developing proposal elements, project scope, budget, and schedule.
• Type, format, and organize project documents, reports, specifications, and correspondence.
• Create and maintain paper and electronic files.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering
• EIT or PE license
• Minimum of 2 years related experience
• Ability to read and understand contractual documents, including deeds, engineering plans, proposals, and agreements.
• Basic understanding of real estate principles and property rights documents.
• Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu, ArcGIS, KMZs, AutoCAD, or MicroStation.
• Familiarity with Transportation/Roadway/Utility industry.
• Technical degree or relevant experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to interpret civil transportation engineering plans and utility installation plans.
• Strong communication, organization, attention to detail, scheduling, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to our employee-owned culture.

What We Believe

HDR is our company. We build on each other's experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages trust, and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. Our Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) foster belonging and support, with executive sponsors and open participation.

Additional Details

Primary Location: Salt Lake City, Utah, United States

Industry: Highway + Road

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Highways

Job Posting Date: Apr 3, 2025

Equal Opportunity Statement: HDR is committed to employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, arrest, or conviction records.

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