Utility EIT/Coordinator

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Watch Our Story: Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world. We believe transportation is more than movement, it’s the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR’s Transportation Business Group, you’ll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you’re modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world. In the role of Utility EIT/Coordinator , we’ll count on you for: Utility Coordination – Assist with coordination between the project team and utility owners existing within the vicinity of a civil engineering project to identify, understand, confirm, and mitigate utility risk to the project. Assist with conducting associated meetings and development of meeting materials and documentation. Utility Research - Perform utility records research, obtain existing mapping and plans, and prepare utility contact lists. Utility Investigation - Coordinate and / or assist with Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) investigations performed by HDR and / or subconsultants. Utility Conflict Resolution – Identify utility conflicts on civil engineering projects and communicate findings to the project team and utility owners. Assist with coordination of resolution to those conflicts which may include conflict mitigation through project design or relocation of utilities. Utility Design – Assist project engineers with design of wet and dry utilities required to accommodate civil proposed improvements. Utility Plan Production - Assist with preparation of utility-related client deliverables such as civil project plans and specifications. Assist with preparation of exhibits for utility owners. Utility Field Coordination – Work with utility owners and construction management teams during the installation of utility relocations. Overall Project Team Coordination - Work with the overall civil project team, project engineers, and project managers to meet client needs and objectives. Overall Quality - Apply company/client quality assurance guidelines and procedures for project documents, time and budget management. Participate in the QA/QC review of plans, specifications, and cost estimates. Perform other duties, as assigned. Preferred Qualifications Engineer in Training (EIT) certificate Candidates without their EIT will be placed into a Design Coordinator job code and will be expected to obtain their EIT for career progression Two years of related experience in the Transportation/Roadway/Utility industry. Proficient with MicroStation and/or AutoCAD, familiarity and demonstrated experience with Highways and Roads engineering software such as Bentley Open Roads Designer and/or Autodesk Civil3d Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel and Outlook. Ability to read and understand civil transportation engineering design plans. Ability to read and understand utility installation and adjustment plans. Position requires strong communication, both verbal and written, organization skills, attention to detail, scheduling and problem‑solving skills. Familiarity with Autodesk CAD programs such as AutoCAD and Civil3D. Familiarity with Bentley CAD programs such as MicroStation and ORD. Familiarity with GIS‑related programs such as ArcGIS and Field Maps. Familiarity with PDF‑editing software such as Bluebeam or Adobe. Demonstrated external communication skills. Experience interfacing with utility providers. Field experience in construction oversight or surveying capacity. Basic understanding of real estate principles and the ability to comprehend easements and other general documents associated with property rights. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering or similar field An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees. Primary Location: United States‑Texas‑Dallas Other Locations: United States‑Texas‑Tyler, United States‑Texas‑Fort Worth, United States‑Arkansas‑Little Rock, United States‑Oklahoma‑Tulsa, United States‑Texas‑El Paso Industry: Highway + Road Schedule: Full-time Employee Status: Regular BusinessClass: Utility Coordination and Engineering Job Posting: Aug 18, 2026 At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer ( We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. #J-18808-Ljbffr HDR