Construction Utility Coordinator
Construction Utility Coordinator
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Job Description
Position Description
Position Overview:
The Construction Utility Coordinator manages the relocation and protection of utility systems during construction projects serving as the primary point of contact between utility providers contractors and internal teams. They conduct site visits review design plans resolve conflicts and ensure smooth communication to prevent delays. This role also involves documenting progress participating in meetings and collaborating closely with engineering and construction teams to support the timely and efficient delivery of projects and mitigate risks related to utility infrastructure.
Job Duties:
- Coordinating the relocation and protection of private and public utility systems such as electrical lines pipelines telecommunications water sewer and drainage during construction activities.
- Serving as the primary point of contact for utility providers contractors consultants and internal teams to promptly identify communicate and resolve utility conflicts or disruptions encountered on-site.
- Conducting regular site visits to assess utility conditions verify relocation progress and address unforeseen utility conflicts to prevent construction delays.
- Attend Bi-Weekly meetings to brief on relocation status.
- Reviewing design plans and Utility Conflict Tables to anticipate potential issues and ensure alignment between design intent and field conditions.
- Collaborating closely with the engineer and construction management teams to update relocation status and assist in making informed decisions that mitigate risks related to utility infrastructure.
- Documenting all utility-related issues resolutions and communications and preparing reports to keep all stakeholders informed of progress and challenges.
- Participating in department initiatives aimed at improving utility coordination processes and enhancing project delivery efficiency.
- Assists with design activities by attending meetings reviewing documents coordinating activities ensuring all parties receive and review ongoing information and facilitating site visits.
- Performs other duties as assigned
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity EmployerRequirements
Education:
- Associate degree in Civil Engineering or related field. Related experience may be substituted for education.
Experience:
- 1 Years of experience in utility coordination map reading project management or planning work
Knowledge Skill & Abilities (KSAs):
- Proficient drafting CAD/skills
- Proficient with project management tools ERP applications & systems
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Can work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to read and interpret maps plans and schematics
- Ability to read and interpret legal and technical information & maintain records.
NOTE:Qualifying education experience knowledge and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentationbutONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. See Resumewill not be accepted for qualifications.Preferences
Education:
- Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering or related field. Related experience may be substituted for education.
Experience:
- 2 Years of experience in utility coordination map reading project management or planning work
Knowledge Skill & Abilities (KSAs):
- Knowledge of interagency utility agreements
- Understanding of Utility/TxDOT laws and regulations
- Pipeline Coordination experience
- Railroad Coordination experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Proficiency with Adobe and/or Bluebeam/Revu
General Information
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
Full-Time Regular 40 hours per week.
Subject to early mornings late evenings weekends and holidays at times depending upon the project or workload.Salary: Commensurate with experience based on 26 pay periods.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:
- Occasional driving of a vehicle with automatic and four-wheel drive controls
- Frequent standing and walking; prolonged sitting for extended periods of time
- Frequent stooping bending reaching lifting and carrying of items up to 11 pounds with occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds
- Occasional sorting filing shelving and handling of documents books files materials and equipment
- Extensive use of a video display terminal (computer monitor)
- Frequent standing and walking on rough and uneven or rocky surfaces or ground such as deep sloping terrain plowed or furrowed areas during field visits
ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURE: While performing the duties of this job the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time:
- Approximately 10% of duties will be performed outdoors where there will be routine exposure to significant levels of heat cold moisture air pollution wind and dust.
- May be exposed to snakes wildlife wasps bees and other flying/walking insects
- May be exposed to aquatic bacteria viruses and other microorganisms
- Approximately 90% of duties will be performed indoors in a typical office environment with acceptable lighting temperature air conditioning and noise levels.
- Extensive use of a video display terminal (computer monitor)
- May be exposed to fluids compounds or chemicals used in cleaning offices and/or work areas
- Comments
FEATURED BENEFITS:
Medical vision and dental insurance.
Wellness.
Professional development opportunity.
Flexible spending account.
457 deferred compensation plans.
Retirement pension (TCDRS).
Transportation assistance (Metro Ride Sponsor Program).
Disability and life insurance.
Harris County is a Qualified Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
