Utilities Engineer

Utilities Engineer

Unmatched Comp Time Policy: Hours worked over 40 in a week can be reimbursed as additional pay at an equivalent hourly rate or banked as additional PTO. At Horrocks, we believe the best work comes from companies with values, that our people are our greatest resource, and that we have a responsibility to the communities where we work. As a Utilities Engineer, you will be responsible for a variety of projects, taking ownership from start to finish.

Department: Transportation

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Houston, TX

Workplace type: Hybrid

Compensation: $105,000 - $150,000 / year

Core Responsibilities for the Role

• Lead a project team consisting of engineers, designers, and field personnel involved in the design, modification, analysis, and constructability of new and existing utility systems as part of large-scale transportation projects
• Work on challenging assignments that include investigating, troubleshooting, and solving a wide variety of engineering and construction-related issues
• Coordinate utility relocation efforts on behalf of Federal, State, and Local area agencies or utility infrastructure owners
• Act as a team lead in the coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of utility engineering work including scope, cost and schedule control
• Prepare, host and track action items that are associated with project progress meetings
• Negotiate revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements with sub-consultants, and clients
• Lead efforts to ensure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
• Coordinate design activities to ensure installation and operations will comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements
• Prepare reports and studies that present technical information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements
• Perform independent reviews of work performed by others including calculations and drawing preparation

Qualifications, Skills, and Competencies:

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Degree
• Professional Engineering License
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the transportation utility engineering, design or construction related fields
• Ability to manage engineering, design or construction projects
• Proficiency in Bentley MicroStation and some experience in Open Roads Designer is preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required

Why Would a Candidate Want This Job?

At Horrocks, you can expect a competitive base salary and award-winning benefits. Including, but not limited to:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k): 50% match of contribution up to 6%
• Professional development opportunities including in-house training
• Paid professional organization membership and professional licensure

Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and protected veteran status

About Horrocks

Founded over 55 years ago, Horrocks has a long-standing history of delivering exceptional infrastructure solutions. At the heart of our company is a commitment to providing essential resources for communities and improving quality of life through innovative and forward-thinking engineering practices. Our teams of dedicated professionals deliver high-quality results on every project and are driven by a culture of service. With our slogan "What we do matters," we strive to make a meaningful difference in the world through our work. Our approach is holistic, taking into consideration all aspects of a project to ensure it meets the needs of the present while preparing for the future. We invest in our people and culture, recognizing that our success is dependent on the talents and dedication of our team. At our firm, we don't just build infrastructure — we build better communities.

Our Hiring Process

Stage 1: Applied

Stage 2: Initial Screening

Stage 3: 1st Interview

Stage 4: Offer

Stage 5: Hired

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