Utility Coordinator
About The Position
RK&K is hiring a Utility Coordinator to work in our Charlotte, NC office to provide utility relocation coordination services on a variety of state, local and regional projects. This position will report to the Manager, Utilities. Applicant must be familiar with regional providers of electric, gas, telecommunications, petroleum, water, and sewer utility services in the Charlotte metropolitan area; must be familiar with NCDOT procedures and preferences for coordination of utility relocations; and must be familiar with the application of those procedures and preferences to civil infrastructure projects. Previous experience with SCDOT projects is a plus.
Requirements
- High school diploma
- Minimum of Five (5) years of Utility Coordination, Utility Relocation or Similar Experience
- Knowledge of mathematics and experience in the application of engineering and construction standards, surveying, and utility locating.
- Previous familiarity with environmental permitting, rights-of-way requirements, and safety standards and practices.
- Basic knowledge of MicroStation and/or AutoCAD. Familiarity with OpenRoads is a plus.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite software
- Familiar with the NCDOT Utilities Accommodation Manual
- Valid driver's license
Nice To Haves
- Advanced education in a technical discipline and/or a college degree is desirable.
- Previous experience with SCDOT projects is a plus.
- Excel knowledge a plus
- Basic knowledge of MicroStation and/or AutoCAD. Familiarity with OpenRoads is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the interpretation of highway construction plans, drainage layouts, specifications to identify utility impacts
- Schedule and conduct utility meetings with clients, utility owners and contractors
- Prepare meeting agendas and minutes
- Proficiently and professionally communicate technical information
- Work closely with design professionals to optimize and minimize utility conflicts
- Determine cost responsibility (prior rights) and assist utility owners with preparation of utility agreements, relocation plans, and relocation schedules
- Assist with the preparation of environmental permit drawings and narratives
- Attend field meetings and site investigations as required
- Effectively plan, manage, and coordinate multiple work assignments
- Use computer-aided drafting and design software to develop and produce drawings
- Participate in project risk analysis and meetings to evaluate utility risks
- Occasional overnight travel will be required
- Ability to use personal vehicle on a reimbursement basis for business purposes
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Wellness programs and employee resource groups
- Career Development
- Matching 401(k) plan
- Paid Holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
