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STV Inc. has an immediate need for a Utility Coordination Group Leader in the Charleston, SC and/or Columbia SC office to lead and oversee utility coordination and relocations for SCDOT projects. Other South Carolina office locations will be considered for highly qualified candidates. The work comprises of utilizing various resources, providing guidance to Junior Utility Coordinators and Technicians, to determine utility conflicts and subsequent utility relocations and potentially oversee the relocation of utilities prior to construction contract commencement.

This role offers unlimited opportunities to maintain existing client relationships, broaden STV's service offerings geographically, be involved in major transportation projects, grow your career, all while promoting the culture of a healthy work-life balance.
This position offers a challenging role at an Engineer News-Record (ENR) Top 50 rated firm. The ideal candidate is an individual who desires to lead by example, is able to undertake multiple concurrent projects, an excellent communicator, and possesses a strong understanding of construction safety principles.

Job Responsibilities:

• Work as an integral part of the Carolinas UC Practice and South Region Utilities discipline under the Regional Utility Director.

• Lead, manage, and train staff to independently perform various utility coordination tasks, prepare quality deliverables within the required timelines, on multiple projects.

• Serve as Project Manager on UC only projects.

• Lead and grow a South Carolina based UC Group that is profitable.

• Develop utility relocations strategies and provide coordination/relocation services to accomplish removal, relocation, and modification of utility facilities (water, sewer, gas, electric, telecommunication, etc.)

• Provide QC and QA of UC Deliverables.

• Interpret and train staff to interpret highway construction plans, drainage summaries, specifications, etc. to identify utility impacts

• Working knowledge of all policies, regulations, and engineering standards set forth by the Federal Highway Administration, North and South Carolina Department of Transportation, Division of Highways, and all application General Statutes related to utility relocation

• Knowledge of innovative construction methods while adhering to all environmental regulations and roadway design standards

• Must have strong organizational skills and ability to coordinate simultaneous tasks/projects

• Oversee junior UC staff and lead UC group operations to include: Scheduling utility meetings with SCDOT/NCDOT, utility owners, and contractors. Prepare meeting agendas and minutes and distribute in a timely manner.

• Proficiently and professionally communicate technical information

• Work closely with other design disciplines and Project Managers to determine most practical utility conflict resolutions

• Assist with Subsurface Utility Engineering recommendations and interpreting data

• Determine cost responsibility (prior rights) and assist utility owners with preparation of utility agreements, relocation plans, and relocation schedules

• QC and QA utility relocation packages for submittal to NCDOT/SCDOT

• QA and QC Utility by Others (UBO) and U-sheet plans in MicroStation

• Independently Prepare, and lead group operations to maintain and update utility reports, conflict matrix spreadsheets, utility costs, and utility agreements

• QA and QC plot existing and proposed utilities on cross sections and corridor models

• Prepare Environmental Permit drawings and narratives

• Attend field meetings and site investigations as required, and prepare meeting minutes/notes

• Attend overall project progress meetings.

• Determine relocation strategies and risks on complex projects to develop constructable solutions.

• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office software or equivalent

• Review utility relocation sketches against SCDOT and NCDOT Utilities Accommodation Manual

• Assist senior leaders and the Regional Utility Director with proposal development, scopes, and fee preparation.

• Occasional overnight travel may be required

• Foster and manage client relationships at appropriate levels to help procure new business. Engage in leadership positions in professional societies and meetings where you will work to develop and maintain relationships with clients, teaming partners, and recruit potential technical staff hires.

Specific Requirements:

• 8 years of related experience or related field of study.

• Proficiency in MicroStation and ProjectWise.

• Must be able to fulfill essential job functions in a consistent state of alertness and safe manner.

• Minimum Education is an Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Engineering Technology, Drafting, or a related field

• Experience with 3D tools like ORD and clash detection is a plus

• Design Build & Alternative Delivery experience is a plus

• NCDOT experience, GDOT experience, and/or rail experience is a plus.

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Compensation Range:

STV offers the following benefits Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account Dental insurance Vision insurance Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable) Disability insurance Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment 401(k) Plan Retirement Counseling Employee Assistance Program Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days) Paid Holidays (9 days) Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year) Parental Leave (up to 80 hours) Continuing Education Program Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV's good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

Not sure this role is the perfect match? We encourage you to apply if STV's work and values resonate with you. We know great candidates don't always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.