Utility Coordinator (Part-Time)

Accura Engineering; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Job summary

Accura Engineering seeks a part-time Utility Coordinator to support transportation and roadway projects in the Atlanta, GA area. You will coordinate utilities between designers, agencies, and stakeholders from concept to construction, ensuring schedules and project success.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to manage complex coordination with GDOT guidelines. This role offers a collaborative environment with professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of transportation experience in construction inspection, design, and/or utility coordination.
• Strong problem-solving, leadership, and client-relations abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to develop business with new and existing clients.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between designers, utility agencies, and project owners.
• Conduct and document utility coordination meetings and actions.
• Maintain records of all utility coordination activities.
• Communicate status updates to project teams.
• Manage pre-construction utility coordination for GDOT projects across phases.
• Administer utility coordination for Design-Build and Local Government projects.
• Develop and process utility and lighting agreements.
• Provide training for GDOT Districts and State Utilities Offices.
• Mentor and supervise subordinate staff; oversee large tasks and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and safety standards.

Skills

Transportation experience

Coordination meetings

Project management

Communication skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

GPASS/GUPS

Job description

Position:Utility Coordinator (Part-Time)

Location: Birmingham, AL

Job Id:69506

# of Openings:1

Job Title:Utility Coordinator (Part-Time)

***Work Location: Atlanta, GA ***

Salary: Based on experience and will be discussed with manager in interview

We are seeking an experienced Part-Time Utility Coordinator to support transportation and roadway projects in the Atlanta, GA area. This role serves as a key liaison between designers, utility agencies, and project stakeholders, managing utility coordination efforts across GDOT projects from concept through construction. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to manage complex coordination efforts while ensuring compliance, schedules, and project success.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Serve as a liaison between designers, utility agencies, and project owners.
• Conduct and document utility coordination meetings, including meeting minutes and follow-up actions.
• Maintain records of all utility coordination activities.
• Communicate status updates to project teams regarding utility coordination.
• Manage pre-construction utility coordination for moderate to complex Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) projects, including Concept, Preliminary Design, and Final Design phases.
• Administer utility coordination for Design-Build projects, Local Government Projects, and roadway contractors.
• Develop and process utility agreements, contract item agreements, and lighting agreements.
• Execute memorandums of understanding and conduct prior rights research.
• Assist with the administration of GDOT’s electronic permitting program (GPASS/GUPS).
• Develop and provide training for GDOT Districts and State Utilities Offices.
• Perform analyses for complex engineering and environmental projects.
• Demonstrate competency in field supervision, technical knowledge, and project management.
• Interpret findings accurately and identify inconsistencies or inappropriate results.
• Provide mentorship and training to subordinate staff.
• Assume full responsibility for managing large tasks or projects, including strategy development, budgeting, and project deliverables.
• Manage and communicate results, budgets, and schedules to clients, project managers, and operations teams.
• Ensure compliance with company administrative, financial, and safety policies.

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma required, Bachelor's Degree preferred but not required
• Minimum of 7 years of transportation experience in construction inspection, design, and/or utility coordination
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage tasks and projects efficiently.
• Demonstrated experience in client relations, decision-making, and leadership.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain effective internal and external relationships.
• Willingness to develop business from new and existing clients.
• Ability to work in an office environment with occasional field site visits for progress reviews and quality control.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.) all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accura uses E-Verify in its hiring practices to achieve a lawful workplace. www.dhs.gov/everify