Utility Coordinator (Part-Time)

Accura Engineering; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 27,552,000 - 41,328,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement match

Paid time off

Career development

Supportive environment

Job summary

Accura Engineering is seeking a part-time Utility Coordinator to support transportation and roadway projects in the Atlanta, GA area, with expected liaison duties between designers, utility agencies, and project owners.

The role requires strong leadership, 7+ years of transportation experience, and excellent communication skills, with office work and occasional field site reviews. Competitive compensation discussed at interview.

Qualifications

• 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 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.
• Office-based with occasional field site visits for progress reviews and quality control.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between designers, utility agencies, and project owners.
• Conduct and document utility coordination meetings, including 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 GDOT projects in 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 GPASS/GUPS permitting program.
• Develop and provide training for GDOT Districts and State Utilities Offices.
• Perform analyses for complex engineering and environmental projects.
• Demonstrate field supervision, technical knowledge, and project management competencies.
• Mentor subordinate staff and assume responsibility for large tasks or projects.

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Job description

Position:Utility Coordinator (Part-Time)

Location: Nashville, TN

Job Id:69154

# 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