Utility Coordinator - Transportation Market

Utility Coordinator - Transportation Market Job Category: Engineering Requisition Number: UTILI003823 Posted: January 12, 2026 Full-Time Hybrid Locations Showing 1 location Gresham Smith | Louisville Office Louisville, KY 40202, USA About You We’re looking for someone who has: Has working knowledge of State DOT Plans Development processes and requirements. Brings experience coordinating utility design and construction for State and Local Programs roadway projects. Demonstrates knowledge across overhead and underground utilities: electric, communications/fiber/broadband, natural gas, water, and sewer. Can develop accurate utility relocation cost estimates and support or perform relocation inspection services. Understands State DOT utility policies and practices; has a knowledge base of utility permitting and Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE). Has experience with the Bentley product suite; OpenRoads Designer preferred and experience with AutoCAD. Shows high attention to detail and exercises strong organizational, time management, and communication skills (written and verbal). Experience: 10+ years in the utility industry, including overhead and underground utility construction related to transportation projects. Licensure: Kentucky licensure strongly preferred. Certifications: KYTC Utility Coordination Certification preferred. Most importantly, you bring genuine curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative spirit—someone who wants to do great work with great people. About the Role As a Utility Coordinator, you will: Lead utility relocation coordination with internal teams, utility owners, contractors, and agencies to minimize conflicts and keep projects on schedule. Apply State DOT Plans Development requirements and utility policies to planning, design, and construction coordination activities. Prepare, review, and maintain utility relocation plans; develop accurate relocation cost estimates; and provide or support relocation inspection services. Coordinate utility design and construction activities for State and Local Programs roadway projects, identifying conflicts and facilitating timely resolution. Support utility permitting and SUE activities; document decisions, assumptions, and approvals. Utilize Bentley tools, preferably OpenRoads Designer, to support design, documentation, and coordination workflows. Your work will directly contribute to shaping environments where people live, work, and thrive, all while growing your career within a supportive, people-first culture. Benefits Professional Growth : In-house Learning, Tuition Reimbursement, Licensure Support, Professional Organization Engagement. Culture that Cares : 93% of employees say they feel cared for, and 96% are confident in our future success. Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness Programs) 401(k) with Company Match Short- & Long-term Disability, Paid Life & AD&D Supplemental, Critical Care, Pet, Legal & ID Theft Insurance Family Planning and Parental Leave Mass/Public Transit Program Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program Gresham Smith is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. Everyone is invited to apply! Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Gresham Smith