Utility Coordinator

RK&K

4d•Onsite

About The Position

RK&K is hiring a Utility Coordinator to work in our Fairfax, Virginia office to provide utility relocation coordination services on a variety of state, local and regional projects. This position will report to the Manager, Utilities. Applicants must be familiar with regional providers of electric, gas, telecommunications, petroleum, water, and sewer utility services in the Virginia-Maryland-DC metropolitan area; must be familiar with VDOT procedures and preferences for coordination of utility relocations; and must be familiar with the application of those procedures and preferences to civil infrastructure projects.

Requirements

High school diploma
Minimum of three (3) 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
Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite software -
Previous experience with VDOT RUMS (Roadway Utility Management System)/SHA Utility Manual, the Utility Conflict Matrix (UCM), utility conflict escalation and resolution, and Utility Risk Management (URM)
Valid driver's license

Nice To Haves

Five (5) years of Utility Coordination, Utility Relocation or similar Experience
Advanced education in a technical discipline is desirable

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