Utility Coordinator

Atkins seeks an energetic and highly motivated self-starter to join Atkins in Orlando, Florida as a Utility Coordinator supporting the Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise (FTE) General Engineering Consultant (GEC) Program, working as an “extension of staff” in the client’s office in Ocoee, FL (metro Orlando area). This position will provide career growth opportunities through management of FTE toll road, and express / managed lanes toll road infrastructure projects.

The ideal candidate will have a background as a Utility Coordinator for DOT Highway projects. A broad base of skills, capability and experience is desired in utility and roadway construction for the installation or relocation of utilities.

About us

Atkins is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies. Atkins has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years. Atkins has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy.

How will you contribute to the team?

• Provides support to the Client’s staff on numerous types of design/construction projects related primarily to capacity improvement projects, express lanes and toll facilities.
• Collaborates with Client Management in Production, Construction, Tolls, Maintenance and Operations and major program/project stakeholders.
• Serves as an extension of Client staff, working on a daily basis with the agency’s offices.
• Supports concept development, concept of operations, planning, estimates, design, production, operations, and implementation for toll road facility infrastructure projects throughout the state.
• Oversee and provide guidance to utility coordinators and design consultants for utility and railroad coordination efforts.
• Coordinate with FDOT roadway design, right-of-way, survey, construction, and maintenance departments.
• Review FDOT utility permit applications and plans.
• Review Utility Agency/Owner (UAO) cost estimates.
• Coordinate with engineers, contractors, governmental agencies, UAOs, and the public to resolve utility conflicts.
• Execute utility agreements and utility work schedules.
• Encumber funds for utility and railroad agreements through FDOT’s Finance Office.
• Negotiate design consultant scope and staff hours.
• Review UAO and Railroad invoices.

What will you contribute?

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Requires minimum of four (4) years of experience performing utility coordination in accordance with FDOT, FHWA, and AASHTO standards, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge of utility and roadway construction for the installation or relocation of underground and overhead utilities.
• Knowledge and experience reviewing and understanding Utility Agency/Owner (UAO) design documents, utility specifications, and utility work schedules.
• Must be proficient in reading FDOT Roadway Plans, FDOT Utility Adjustment Plans, and UAO Construction Plans for water, sewer, gas, communications, and power.
• Knowledge of railroad requirements for the construction of roadway improvements within railroad right-of way.
• Knowledge of FDOT right-of-way and easement requirements related to railroads and utilities.
• Must have thorough knowledge and experience completing FDOT utility and railroad agreements, change orders and forms.
• Thorough experience reviewing FDOT roadway plans, utility adjustment plans, right-of-way maps, and reports.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of the FDOT plans production process and utility coordination process.
• Familiarity with FDOT One-Stop-Permitting.
• Proven collaborative leadership with effective interpersonal and partnering skills.
• Thorough experience with Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to plan, organize and conduct meetings.
• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.

What we offer at Atkins:

At Atkins, you will enjoy a robust rewards package which includes:

• Opportunity to work on various projects of various sizes
• Competitive salary
• Flexible work schedules
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Group Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Learning and development programs, training, career opportunities and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program

If this sounds like you and you would like to expand your career with us, apply today!

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