Utilities Coordinator

Arkansas Department of Transportation • Little Rock, AR

6h

About The Position

Under direct supervision, the Utilities Coordinator coordinates with utility owners to relocate and adjust utility facilities that must be cleared from the right of way for highway construction and reconstruction projects. The role involves identifying utility owners and their involvement, developing cost estimates and adjustment plans, coordinating with utility owners and Department personnel, preparing contractual documents, and processing reimbursement after utility work is complete. The position requires statewide travel, including overnight travel as necessary, and the physical ability to traverse rugged terrain.

Requirements

• Educational equivalent to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in construction management, engineering, business, or a related field; OR a high school diploma from an accredited high school and four years of experience related to highway or utility construction.
• Ability to read and interpret highway construction and utility adjustment plans.
• Ability to interpret federal and state laws and regulations.
• Ability to identify conflicts and propose alternatives.
• Knowledge of CADD, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Physical ability to traverse rugged terrain.
• Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

• Experience preparing cost estimates and reviewing job costs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Use preliminary construction plans and survey field notes to conduct field inspections and determine utility owners and the extent of their involvement.
• Prepare reports and utility cost estimates.
• Prepare and send letters to utility owners with highway construction plans identifying affected facilities and required adjustments.
• Work with utility owners’ engineers and construction personnel to determine feasible adjustments for projects.
• Review utility owners’ cost estimates and plans for project compatibility and economical cost.
• Prepare contractual documents for Department and utility-owner agreements covering necessary adjustments and reimbursement when applicable.
• Check and process utility owners’ reimbursement bills after work is completed, in accordance with contractual arrangements.
• Attend and assist with meetings between utility owners and the Department to resolve utility-highway conflicts and ensure timely adjustments.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time