Sr. Utility Coordinator

Who is Luster National?

Luster National, Inc. (Luster) is a strategic consulting firm, headquartered in Mill Valley, CA, with offices nationwide, that specializes in management consulting services and program, project, and construction management activities. For over 34 years, we have led projects across the US focusing on various sectors including roads and bridges, transit, aviation, and select vertical work. Our values, refined over decades, highlight client focus, professional integrity, and social responsibility.

We're proud to share that our firm and its management systems are ISO 9001:2015 certified We have a successful track record spanning a broad spectrum of professional services, including:

• Strategic Consulting and Planning Services
• Program, Project, Construction and Facilities Management
• Environmental Consulting
• Quality and Risk Management
• Stakeholder Alignment
• Program Controls and Document Management
• Utility and ROW
• Construction Management Related Services
• Public/Community Outreach
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
• Workforce Development

Why Luster?

At Luster, we believe that our employees are the heart of our success. We recognize that each team member is not only a professional but a person with diverse roles and responsibilities both within and outside the workplace. Our culture reflects this understanding, fostering an environment where individuals are supported holistically—personally, professionally, and creatively. We understand that our success is directly tied to the well-being and development of our people. This is why we are committed to creating a workplace that values the whole person—embracing who they are, what they bring, and how they can grow. By doing so, we ensure that our team members are not just employees, but empowered individuals who contribute to the collective success of our company and the communities we serve.

About the Position

We are seeking a successful Sr. Utility Coordinator who will provide coordination services on GDOT projects, including MOU's, Field Coordination, participating in OAC meetings and acting as a liaison with local and state regulatory agencies. The position will have responsibility for providing oversight for all utility design and construction activities on GDOT, Design/Build (D/B), Public-Private Partnership (P3) and/or Design/Bid/Build (DBB) projects.

This is a long-term, full-time, onsite position located in Atlanta, GA.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical work related to utility existing locations, adjustments, relocations, and new installations that may be needed in conjunction with transportation projects.
• Oversee several utility coordination projects and coordinate with transportation design and construction teams on the locations and potential impacts on utilities.
• Assist with the preparation of Utility Memorandum of Understanding and Utility Analysis documents between GDOT, Local Governments and Utilities for upcoming Projects.
• Assist GDOT State Utilities Office with Railroad Coordination efforts on projects involving railroads.
• Serve as the Utility Manager for several GDOT projects. Perform field reviews and general oversight of utility relocations and utility related incidents.
• Identify and mitigate utility risks or challenges that may impact the project scope, cost, schedule, and quality.
• Facilitate resolution of Utility issues during design and construction.
• Coordinate with the Design-Build team and the utility owners to develop a comprehensive and realistic Utility Adjustment Schedule (UAS) that aligns with the project design and construction schedule.
• Attend Project progress meetings to monitor status of utility relocation work milestones and deadlines and address any notice of potential utility impacts to the projects' schedules.
• Ensure compliance with the GDOT utility coordination manuals and guidance on Design Build projects.
• Track first and second utility submittals and responses.
• Performs review of e-builder Utility and other related Processes and Documents for compliance with Project Contract, GDOT policies and procedures and Federal regulations for all projects.
• Participate in Bluebeam Reviews of Utility or related Submittals and provide comments.
• Review and provide comments on Utility Permit requests for projects as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associates or relevant technical degree.
• 10+ years of experience in utility coordination or related roles.
• High proficiency in the use of the Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience using current design software like MicroStation/CAiCE or similar (used to view and revise plans as needed).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, or a related program.
• Competent with MS Project and Primavera P6 scheduling applications.
• Experience with Bluebeam and/or Adobe.
• Experience or proficiency with E-Builder.
• Experience with utility coordination on GDOT projects.
• Thorough understanding of Georgia DOT's Utility Accommodation Policy and Standards.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Compensation Details

The salary range listed for this role is $100-135K annually. It is not common for starting salaries to come in at the very top of the range; they usually fall somewhere in the middle. The final salary offered is based on multiple factors and is thoughtfully aligned with each candidate's level of experience, breadth of skills, total education achieved, certifications/licenses that have been obtained, etc.

Just LOOK at the Benefits We Offer

• Unlimited Flexible Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent/Elder Care)
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Policy
• 401(k) Plan with Guaranteed Employer Contribution
• Formal Career Planning and Development Program
• $2,500 Annually Towards Professional Development
• We Cover the Costs for Relevant Professional Licensure & Association Memberships
• Wellness Program with Monthly Wellness Stipend
• Company Cell Phone or Cell Phone Plan Reimbursement
• Personalized Meal Planning & Nutrition Support with a Registered Dietitian
• Financial Planning Services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus

Luster is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to criminal history, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. This employer participates in E-Verify. The employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.

All positions may be subject to a background check, once a conditional offer of employment is made, for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities, in accordance with all applicable local, state, and/or federal regulations. All positions are subject to a drug test once a conditional offer of employment is made, in accordance with all applicable local, state, and/or federal regulations.

This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

Luster does not accept unsolicited resumes. In the absence of a signed agreement, Luster will not consider or agree to payment of any kind. Any unsolicited resumes presented to Luster personnel, including those submitted to Luster hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Luster.

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