Sr. Utility Designer

Rise To The Challenge

Join us at KCI, where we build an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We design and deliver world-class solutions, investing deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned engineering, consulting, and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting-edge technologies, management practices, and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning.

KCI is currently ranked #53 on Engineering News-Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

We offer a competitive compensation package, family-friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring, and resources you need to advance in your career.

KCI is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and individuals with disabilities to apply.

KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

Required:

• Experience working with MicroStation/GEOPAK/OpenRoads Designer and/or AutoCAD
• Proficiency with NCDOT Highway Construction Plans reading
• Familiar with NCDOT processes and standards, especially Utilities Accommodations Manual (UAM)
• Experience with utility design, coordination, and utility construction methods
• Experience identifying & documenting Utility Conflicts
• Experience providing drafting assistance, revision, and QA/QC of Relocation Designs from Utility Owners
• Experience preparing Utilities by Others (UBO)
• Experience monitoring project schedules and coordination with owners for scheduling utility relocations
• Attending project progress meetings to provide status on utility coordination efforts
• Field Visits to identify/assess/document existing utility facilities
• Collaborate with other Departments involved with project development

Preferred:

• Experience with managing multiple complex utility projects
• Collaboration with Environmental Team to determine Wetland Permitting/Mitigation/Clearing Needs
• Experience assessing Utility Relocation Cost Responsibilities
• Drafting Assistance, Revision, QA/QC, and facilitates the execution of Encroachment Agreements & URAs between utility owners and NCDOT
• Experience researching & analyzing utility records, prior rights, and existing utility agreements
• Scheduling/leading on-site Utility Kick-Off meetings
• Preparing Special Provisions & Relocation Schedules
• Coordinate with NCDOT Personnel, Consultant Firms, & Utility Owners to Provide Project Updates, Progress Reports, & Finalized Submittals
• Experience preparing Utility Clearing/Grubbing Plans and Utility Priority ROW Plans

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required. BS degree preferred or equivalent years of experience.
• Minimum of 4 - 8 years of experience.
• Pre-employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment. Motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.

Performance Expectations

• Complete Annual Individual Training Program
• Train adequate backup personnel to support your role in your absence
• Comply with all KCI policies and procedures
• Ensure projects fulfill ISO compliance requirements
• Complete other duties as required/assigned
• Achieve or exceed budgeted individual utilization target (80-85% typical)
• Attend bi-weekly (or more frequently as necessary) meetings with project team on all projects/tasks
• Complete all tasks on time and within budget while fully meeting the scope
• Consult and coordinate with other practices as required
• Operate within specified (corporate or project) budget parameters
• Compare field data to design plans
• Conduct site visits and gather data, including measurements, sketches, notes, and photographs as needed
• Prepare design calculations, drawings, specifications, and cost estimates for review and approval
• Prepare preliminary concept designs and submit for approval
• Read and interpret technical documents needed for performance of job
• Review and approve shop drawings