Associate Project Manager of Utility Coordination

Associate Project Manager of Utility Coordination

Council Bluffs, IA;
Lincoln, NE;
Omaha, NE

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Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

As an Associate Project Manager within our Utility Coordination group, you will both lead and participate in a variety of project management activities that ensure the successful completion of project deliverables for complex and high-priority projects. This position would be embedded with an Olsson client and would be directly responsible for managing utility coordination for assigned projects. This position would also manage consultants that provide utility coordination support services to the client.

The ideal candidate will have connectivity and prior experience with Class I Railroads and DOTs.

• Review, interpret, and understand technical plan sets and subsurface utility engineering (SUE) reports and findings.
• Identify utility conflicts as it relates to client’s project.
• Work with various utility contacts to relocate or protect utilities within the timeline and budget set by client.
• Act as a liaison between our client’s utility coordination group and other project stakeholders when needed.
• Receive constructive feedback and participate in continuously improving competencies and efficiencies.
• Participate in the reporting efforts related to project status, submittals, resolutions, and manage all financial aspects related to assigned projects.
• Monitor progress and measure project performance, ensuring deliverables align with established scope, schedule, and budget.
• Coordinate with external subconsultants to complete all aspects of project deliverables.
• Develop and maintain professional relationships with a focus on exceptional client service to secure future work.
• Adhere to regulations and enforce safety standards.
• Travel to job sites with clients and other stakeholders; estimated up to 25% travel time per week.
• Qualified candidates must have a valid driver's license and ability to comply with Olsson’s motor vehicle policies.

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or equivalent and/or related work experience.
• Understanding of real estate transactions and agreements (preferred, but not required).
• Proven experience in utility coordination or a similar role.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining budgets and deadlines.
• Strong understanding of construction processes and utility infrastructure.
• Excellent client service orientation, communication, presentation, and negotiating skills.
• Solid interpersonal and decision-making skills and ability to generate innovative and effective solutions to complex problems.
• Detailed understanding of how the firm operates as a consulting business and commitment to driving the organization toward success.
• Valid driver’s license and a good driving history.
• Ability to obtain E-Rail safe certification.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule and travel as required.

• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities.
• Receive an excellent 401(k) match.
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles.
• Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance.
• Possibility for flexible work arrangements.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.