Utility Coordinator

Join HDR as a Utility Coordinator and help shape transportation systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably.

At HDR, our employee‑owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. We foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, constantly asking how we can have a positive impact on the world.

• Assist with the identification, communication, and resolution of utility conflicts on Transportation/Roadway projects.
• Assist with the review of Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) investigations, schedule, and submittals.
• Be flexible in where you will perform your work (potentially work in multiple project offices) and the work you will perform each day.
• Perform utility design.
• Work on multi‑discipline transportation programs in a program management role.
• Perform utility records research, obtain project utility company contacts, existing maps and plans, prepare contact ledgers and assist in utility conflict tracking reports.
• Work independently and with project teams, coordinating with utility companies and roadway engineers to meet client’s 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 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 client requirements.
• Maintain frequent verbal and written communication between project managers, clients, and utility owners to ensure project schedules are met and comply with federal, state and local laws, as well as any additional regulations required by the client.
• Assist with and conduct meetings, presentations, and minutes for both in person and virtual meetings.
• Support Project Managers in developing 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• A minimum of 8 years related experience.
• 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.
• Basic understanding of real‑estate principles and the ability to read and understand easements, deeds, legal descriptions and general documents associated with property rights.
• Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu, ArcGIS, KMZs, AutoCAD, or Micro Station.
• Familiarity with the Transportation/Roadway/Utility industry.

• Technical degree or a combination of education and relevant experience.
• A minimum of 3 years of 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.
• Position requires strong communication, both verbal and written, organizational skills, attention to detail, scheduling and problem‑solving skills.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.

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.

We are an employee‑owner organization and all employees share in the company’s success. 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.

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (). We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Primary

Location:

United States-Utah-Salt Lake City.

Schedule:

Full‑time.