Utility Coordination Inspector

This Opportunity WSP is looking for a Job Description This Opportunity WSP is looking for a Utility Coordination Inspector to join our Construction Management team in Atlanta. Under limited supervision monitor and report construction and maintenance activities within the State's Right-of-Way (ROW) to ensure they comply with approved permits and safety regulations. This position will be located in GDOT's District V, and will report to the District Utility Manager in Jesup, GA. Your Impact Essential Tasks & Responsibilities: Compliance Monitoring: Inspect ROW construction and restoration work performed by utility companies and subcontractors to ensure it meets GDOT’s standards and permitting requirements. Encroachment Enforcement: Patrols assigned state roadway routes to detect unpermitted work. Given the authority to issue “Stop Work” orders if unauthorized activities are found. Technical Documentation: Required use of specialized systems to track permit status, document site conditions with photos and log daily activities such as the Georgia Permit Application System (GPAS) and others. Traffic Control Inspection: Verifies that work zones have proper temporary traffic control measures in place. Ensuring safety for the traveling public in accordance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) and GDOT specifications. Project Coordination: Conducts or facilitates pre-construction meetings with owners, developers, and contractors to review project drawing and installation procedures. Final Acceptance: Conduct final inspections of completed work and checks as-built drawings against approved plans before releasing bonds or officially accepting the project. Who You Are Minimum Skills/Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED 3 years of Transportation experience involving Construction Inspection, Utility Coordination or environmental regulation enforcement. Knowledge of GDOT’s Utility Accommodation Policy & Standards manual, guidelines and procedures, Knowledge of and experience with industry specific software (e.g., MSOffice, Word, Excel and GPASS/GUPS); Utility permitting software is preferred (i.e.) Demonstrated task and project management skills. Plan Reading: Ability to read and interpret complex engineering blueprints, utility plans, and CADD-generated files. Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to resolve disputes with contractors, address concerns from local residents, and provide technical guidance to stakeholders. Ability to establish effective internal and external working relationships. About WSP

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WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world's leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper. WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started? WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status. The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States. #J-18808-Ljbffr WSP in the U.S.