King County, WA · 18 hours ago
Utility Coordination Engineer III (CIP)
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid LevelKing County Road Services Division is looking for a Utility Coordination Engineer (Engineer III) to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will serve as the primary liaison to Utility Companies, coordinating utilities within Roads Capital Improvement Projects and ensuring compliance with Road Standards and agreements.
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Responsibilities
Serve as point of contact between the Engineering Section and utility companies and their contractors on Capital Improvement Projects
Support Project Managers by leading coordination with utility providers to identify and resolve utility conflicts, including planning relocations, protections, or upgrades
Review capital construction plans to identify potential utility conflicts
Ensure proposed utilities meet Road Standards, codes, laws, franchise agreements and permits
Inspect utility construction work required as part of Capital Improvement Projects to ensure compliance with the Road Standards and Utility Franchise Agreements
Represent Engineering Section on task forces and work groups addressing utility and construction related matters, as needed
Participate as a member of the Engineering Section senior staff in a full range of design issues
Review proposed utility construction plans to ensure they comply with the Road Standards, including state and federal regulations, permits and utility agreements
Other duties as assigned
Work with Design Staff to identify and resolve constructability issues on capital projects
Review engineering, constructability, and related technical work products prepared by design engineers, including digitally developed topographic maps, site surveys, specifications and plans
Assess project site conditions and develop conceptual and detailed utility relocation constructability designs
Oversee utility relocation construction activities and assist in the development of utility restoration plans for road, bridge, drainage and emergency construction projects
Support lessons learned for future projects
Work with Maintenance Staff to address any road construction maintenance issues, as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field with increasingly responsible civil engineering experience, or a combination of relevant education and experience that demonstrates one's knowledge of utility coordination, construction, and inspection
Experience in reviewing road, bridge, drainage, and stream improvement construction plans and specifications
Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with WSDOT Standard Specifications and Construction Manual, King County Road Standards and other applicable manuals
Strong problem-solving skills and effective oral and written communication skills
Ability to develop, implement and maintain workload tracking systems
Proven project delivery record
Strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills
Strong customer service ethic
Strong computer and software skills including MS Office, MS Project and Adobe Pro or Bluebeam
A valid Washington State driver's license is required
Employment will be contingent on the success of a pre employment physical examination
Preferred
Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the State of Washington or the ability to obtain one within 3 months of hire
Benefits
Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage options: King County provides eligible employees with options, so they can decide what’s best for themselves and their eligible dependents
Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
Retirement: eligible King County employees may participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
12 paid holidays each year plus two personal holidays
Generous vacation and paid sick leave
Paid parental, family and medical, and volunteer leaves
Flexible Spending Account
Wellness programs
Onsite activity centers
Employee Giving Program
Employee assistance programs
Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
Training and career development programs
Company
King County, WA
King County is one of the best places to work in Washington and one of the state's largest employers with 14,000 dedicated employees.
Founded in 1852
10001+ employees
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