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AECOM

Utility Coordinator – Transportation

AECOM, Charleston, South Carolina, United States, 29408

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About the Role AECOM is seeking an experienced

Utility Coordinator

to support roadway and infrastructure projects for the

South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT)

and local agencies. The successful candidate will coordinate all aspects of utility identification, conflict analysis, relocation design, and documentation in accordance with

SCDOT Utility Coordination Guidelines ,

Federal regulations , and local requirements. This position plays a vital role in ensuring that all utility conflicts are resolved in a timely, cost‑effective, and compliant manner, supporting the delivery of roadway and bridge improvement projects across the state.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact between SCDOT, utility owners, consultants, and contractors for utility coordination efforts.

Review

SUE (Subsurface Utility Engineering)

data, utility as‑built drawings, and survey information to identify existing utilities and potential conflicts.

Prepare and maintain

Utility Coordination Reports (UCRs) ,

Utility Relocation Reports (URRs) , and other documentation per SCDOT standards.

Coordinate with internal design teams to incorporate utility information and conflict resolutions into roadway and bridge plans.

Lead or assist in utility coordination meetings with owners, design staff, and SCDOT representatives.

Develop and review

Utility Relocation Plans , agreements, and estimates for inclusion in final right‑of‑way (ROW) and construction plan submittals.

Track relocation schedules, manage correspondence, and maintain documentation throughout all project phases.

Ensure compliance with

SCDOT’s Utility Accommodation Manual ,

Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)

regulations, and

SC Code of Laws Title 57 .

Support right‑of‑way coordination efforts and assist in identifying impacts to utilities and property owners.

Provide input on utility‑related design solutions and assist in conflict mitigation planning.

Working Conditions & Environment

Primarily office‑based with occasional field visits for utility identification or coordination meetings.

Typical 40‑hour work week; additional hours may be required for project deadlines.

Some travel within South Carolina may be required to attend coordination meetings or field reviews.

Career Development This role provides the opportunity to grow into

Senior Utility Coordinator

or

Utilities Manager

positions, overseeing multi‑project coordination efforts and serving as a key liaison with SCDOT and utility agencies statewide. Employees will gain in‑depth knowledge of

SCDOT utility processes, roadway design, and infrastructure planning

while contributing to major transportation improvement projects.

Qualifications Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree

in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field or demonstrated equivalency in education &/or experience.2 years minimum experience in

utility coordination, roadway design, or construction

involving SCDOT or other DOT projects.

Experience with

SUE levels (A–D) ,

utility relocation processes , and

SCDOT Utility Coordination procedures .

Ability to read and interpret roadway plans, CADD drawings (MicroStation/OpenRoads preferred), and survey data.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience coordinating with

SCDOT Utility Office

and

utility agencies

(water, sewer, power, gas, telecom).

Knowledge of

ProjectWise ,

Bluebeam , and SCDOT documentation templates.

Previous involvement in

SCDOT design‑build

or

on‑call roadway design contracts .

Experience developing and tracking

Utility Agreement Packages

and

Conflict Matrices .

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, relocation plans, and schematics.

Excellent communication and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple coordination efforts concurrently.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).

Relocation assistance is not available.

Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All information you provide will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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