Minnesota Department of Transportation · 7 hours ago
Utility Agreement Writer - Engineering Specialist
St Paul, MN
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$31.58/hr - $46.67/hr
3+ years expThe Minnesota Department of Transportation is committed to improving the quality of life for all Minnesotans through essential services. The Utility Agreement Writer will serve as a liaison between MnDOT and utility owners, coordinating utility relocation and reconstruction work for highway projects.
GovernmentInfrastructureNon ProfitTransportation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Obtaining, reviewing, and verifying that construction plans of trunk highway projects contain and presenting the utility plan content required by Minnesota statutes, determining which utilities are involved and to what extent each utility will be affected by the proposed construction, and determining eligibility for reimbursement of relocation costs
Assisting district personnel with utility coordination and issue notice and orders to all utilities affected by MnDOT construction projects
Developing and executing utility agreements for utility companies eligible for reimbursement
Monitoring the utility relocation progress during the construction of the facility to be relocated as specified in the agreement
Assisting with MnDOT's utility permitting process
Qualification
Required
Three (3) years of para-engineering experience that demonstrates understanding of utility design, permitting, and construction practices
Knowledge of construction practices and the cost of construction
Knowledge of highway construction plans sufficient to coordinate utility relocation and construction work
Preferred
Ability to read and understand MnDOT plans
Knowledge of real estate law as related to legal descriptions and deed forms, knowledge of common utility easement costs, and knowledge of easement valuations and acquisition practices
Benefits
Paid vacation and sick leave
12 paid holidays each year
Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
Fertility care, including IVF
Diabetes care
Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
Training, classes, and professional development
Tuition reimbursement
MnDOT Student Loan Reimbursement Program
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support
Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
Company
Minnesota Department of Transportation
The Minnesota Department of Transportation manages transportation infrastructure and services in Minnesota.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Josh Knatterud-Hubinger
Chief Financial Officer
Craig Lenz
Principal Engineer - Local Partnership Program & Agreements
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