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At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Senior Utility Coordinator, we'll count on you to:

* Assist with the identification, communication, and resolution of utility conflicts on Transportation/Roadway projects.

* Assist with the management and coordination of Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) investigations, schedules, and submittals.

* Perform utility records research, obtaining project utility company contacts, existing maps and plans, preparing contacts and assist in utility conflict tracking reports.

* Work independently, and with the project team, coordinating with utility companies and roadway engineers to meet client needs and objectives.

* Assist with and prepare client deliverables, utility exhibits, project guides, project reviews, project invoices, expense reports and project monitoring/field verification, as needed.

* Apply company/client quality, policies, assurance guidelines and procedures for project documents, time and budget management.

* Assist in the review and perform QA/QC of utility company agreements, plans, specifications, cost estimates and invoices submitted by utility companies to assure compliance with applicable rules, regulations, and requirements of the client.

* Review and/or check work produced by junior-level staff.

* Mentor less-experienced staff.

* Frequent communication, both verbal and written, between project managers, clients, and utility owners to ensure project schedules are met and are compliant with federal, state and local laws, in addition to any other regulations required by the client.

* Assist with and conduct meetings, presentations, and minutes for both in-person and virtual meetings.

* Support Project Managers and/or lead the development of proposal elements, project scope elements, budget elements, and schedule elements.

* Type, format and organize project documents, reports, specifications, and correspondence.

* Create and maintain paper and electronic files.

* Manage the process in developing and overseeing the execution of cost share agreements between Owner and 3rd Party Utilities.

* Manage the notification process to 3rd Party Utilities.

* Interface with 3rd Party Coordinators at LAWA.

* Ensure timely installation of utility relocations so as not to delay the project.

* Manage the establishment of street vacations and easement establishment for Utility companies within the project footprint.

* Perform other duties, as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

* Ability to read and understand contractual documents, including but not limited to; deeds, engineering plans, sub-contractor proposals, reimbursement agreements, occupancy and use agreements, etc.

* Proficiency in AutoCAD, or MicroStation

* Experience/Knowledge of Transportation/Roadway

* Relevant utilities coordination experience with a successful track record of delivering projects on schedule and within budget

* Experience/knowledge of Utility Companies, and Industry Standards

* Familiarity with Utility Accommodation Policies on roadway facilities.

* Technical degree or a combination of education and relevant experience

* A minimum of 7 years related experience

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel and Outlook

* Ability to read and understand civil transportation engineering design plans

* Ability to read and understand utility installation and adjustment plans

* Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu, ArcGIS, KMZs

* Position requires strong communication, both verbal and written, organization skills, attention to detail, scheduling and problem-solving skills

* Ability to mentor less-experienced staff.

* Understanding of real estate principles and the ability to read and understand easements, deeds, legal descriptions and general documents associated with property rights

* An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ , People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.