Senior Utility Coordination Specialist

Accurate Placement•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

This is a temporary position reviewing complex engineering and utility plans and coordinating utility installations and relocations associated with construction and infrastructure projects. The work includes reviewing plans for underground cable, telecommunications, and other dry utility installations within public rights-of-way and utility easements. The specialist works with utility companies, engineering consultants, contractors, and project managers to identify potential conflicts, ensure plans meet applicable requirements, and coordinate utility work with planned construction projects. The position requires sound judgment, attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage a high volume of complex assignments while meeting deadlines. The schedule is 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in Phoenix, Arizona. Pay is $32.00 to $36.00 per hour, depending on experience. The position is temporary for six months, with possible extensions, and starts immediately upon passing a background check. Benefits are available after the eligibility period is met. Parking is paid by the employee.

Requirements

At least five years of experience in paraprofessional engineering, engineering support, or a related technical field, including at least two years of civil engineering-related experience.
Ability to read, interpret, and evaluate civil engineering plans, construction drawings, maps, and technical specifications.
Knowledge of underground utility installations, dry utilities, public rights-of-way, and utility easements.
Experience identifying potential conflicts involving existing utilities, proposed installations, or construction activities.
Strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Ability to manage multiple complex assignments, prioritize work, and meet strict deadlines.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Outlook, including spreadsheet tracking and scheduling.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively with engineering professionals, utility representatives, contractors, and project managers.
Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative, customer service-oriented team.
Ability to pass a background check.

Nice To Haves

Experience reviewing complex civil engineering and dry utility plans.
Experience coordinating utility relocations for infrastructure or capital improvement projects.
Experience with electronic plan-review and permitting systems, and online right-of-way or utility mapping applications.
Familiarity with GIS mapping, AutoCAD, or similar engineering and mapping software.
Knowledge of underground utility construction standards, public right-of-way requirements, and utility easement regulations.
Experience coordinating small wireless facilities, public streetlighting, traffic signals, or similar infrastructure.
Experience tracking project schedules, reviewing technical documentation, and maintaining detailed project records.
Experience coordinating multiple projects involving utility companies, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Review complex civil engineering, construction, and dry utility plans for compliance with applicable standards, specifications, and requirements.
Evaluate proposed underground utility installations within public rights-of-way and public utility easements.
Identify potential conflicts among existing utilities, proposed installations, and planned construction projects.
Coordinate utility relocations and related activities associated with infrastructure and capital improvement projects.
Communicate with utility companies, engineering consultants, contractors, surveyors, and project managers to resolve plan-review issues and coordinate project requirements.
Research technical documents, maps, utility records, engineering standards, and applicable regulations to support plan-review decisions.
Review project schedules and coordinate utility activities to help minimize construction conflicts and delays.
Maintain accurate records, tracking spreadsheets, project documentation, and correspondence.
Use electronic plan-review systems, permitting applications, mapping tools, and Microsoft Office programs to review and manage project information.
Monitor multiple assignments, prioritize workload, and complete reviews and coordination activities within established deadlines.
Provide technical guidance and communicate review findings, corrections, and recommendations to project stakeholders.
Perform related technical and coordination duties as needed.