Utility EIT/Coordinator

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Utility EIT/Coordinator in Houston, TX. The role supports utility coordination, research, and investigation for civil projects.

You will work with project teams to identify utility risks, prepare documents, and assist with utility design and field coordination. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field, plus familiarity with AutoCAD, Civil3D, MicroStation, and Open Roads Designer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or similar field required.
• Experience in Transportation/Roadway/Utility industry preferred.
• Proficiency with civil design software (AutoCAD, Civil3D, MicroStation).
• Strong communication and organizational skills expected.
• Familiarity with GIS tools and PDF editing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate utility-related activities for civil engineering projects.
• Conduct utility records research and prepare contact lists.
• Assist with subsurface utility investigations.
• Identify and communicate utility conflicts to project team and owners.
• Assist with design of utilities to support proposed improvements.
• Prepare utility plans and client deliverables.
• Coordinate field activities with utility owners and construction teams.
• Contribute to QA/QC processes for plans and cost estimates.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Detail-oriented

Problem-solving

Field experience

Plan reading

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Open Roads Designer

Civil3D

GIS

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or similar field

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil3D

MicroStation

ORD (OpenRoads Designer)

ArcGIS

Field Maps

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?

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

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 EIT/Coordinator, we'll count on you for:

Utility Coordination – Assist with coordination between the project team and utility owners existing within the vicinity of a civil engineering project to identify, understand, confirm, and mitigate utility risk to the project. Assist with conducting associated meetings and development of meeting materials and documentation.

Utility Research – Perform utility records research, obtain existing mapping and plans, and prepare utility contact lists.

Utility Investigation – Coordinate and / or assist with Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) investigations performed by HDR and / or subconsultants.

Utility Conflict Resolution – Identify utility conflicts on civil engineering projects and communicate findings to the project team and utility owners. Assist with coordination of resolution to those conflicts which may include conflict mitigation through project design or relocation of utilities.

Utility Design – Assist project engineers with design of wet and dry utilities required to accommodate civil proposed improvements.

Utility Plan Production – Assist with preparation of utility-related client deliverables such as civil project plans and specifications. Assist with preparation of exhibits for utility owners.

Utility Field Coordination – Work with utility owners and construction management teams during the installation of utility relocations.

Overall Project Team Coordination – Work with the overall civil project team, project engineers, and project managers to meet client needs and objectives.

Overall Quality – Apply company/client quality assurance guidelines and procedures for project documents, time and budget management. Participate in the QA/QC review of plans, specifications, and cost estimates.

Perform other duties, as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates without their EIT will be placed into a Design Coordinator job code and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression

Two years of related experience in the Transportation/Roadway/Utility industry.

Proficient with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD, familiarity and demonstrated experience with Highways and Roads engineering software such as Bentley Open Roads Designer and/or Autodesk Civil3d

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.

Familiarity with Autodesk CAD programs such as AutoCAD and Civil3D.

Familiarity with Bentley CAD programs such as MicroStation and ORD.

Familiarity with GIS-related programs such as ArcGIS and Field Maps.

Familiarity with PDF-editing software such as Bluebeam or Adobe.

Demonstrated external communication skills.

Experience interfacing with utility providers.

Field experience in construction oversight or surveying capacity.

Basic understanding of real estate principles and the ability to comprehend easements and other general documents associated with property rights.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or similar field
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a mus t

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.

Primary Location

United States-Texas-Houston

Industry

Highway + Road

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Utility Coordination and Engineering

Job Posting

Aug 20, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affiantive Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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