At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
We believe transportation is more than movement, it's the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR's Transportation Business Group, you'll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.
In the role of Utility Coordinator, we'll count on you to:
- Assist with the identification, communication, and resolution of utility conflicts on Transportation/Roadway projects.
- Assist with the review of Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) investigations, schedule, and submittals.
- Be flexible in where you will perform your work (potentially work in multiple project offices), and the work you will perform each day.
- Perform utility design
- Work on multi-discipline transportation programs in a program management role
- Perform utility records research, obtaining project utility company contacts, existing maps and plans, preparing contact ledgers and assist in utility conflict tracking reports.
- Work independently, and with project teams, coordinating with utility companies and roadway engineers to meet client's needs and objectives.
- Assist with and prepare client deliverables, utility exhibits, project guides, project reviews, project invoices, expense reports and project monitoring/field verification, as needed.
- Apply company/client quality assurance guidelines and procedures for project documents, time and budget management.
- Assist in the review and perform QA/QC of utility company agreements, plans, specifications, cost estimates and invoices submitted by utility companies to assure compliance with applicable rules, regulations, and requirements of the client.
- Frequent communication, both verbal and written, between project managers, clients, and utility owners to ensure project schedules are met and are compliant with federal, state and local laws, in addition to any other regulations required by the client.
- Assist with and conduct meetings, presentations, and minutes for both in person and virtual meetings.
- Support Project Managers in the development of proposal elements, project scope elements, budget elements, and schedule elements.
- Type, format and organize project documents, reports, specifications, and correspondence.
- Create and maintain paper and electronic files.
- Perform other duties, as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
- A minimum of 8 years related experience
- Ability to read and understand contractual documents, including but not limited to; deeds, engineering plans, sub-contractor proposals, reimbursement agreements, occupancy and use agreements, etc.
- Basic understanding of real estate principles and the ability to read and understand easements, deeds, legal descriptions and general documents associated with property rights.
- Proficiency in Bluebeam Revu, ArcGIS, KMZs, AutoCAD, or MicroStation
- Familiarity of Transportation/Roadway/Utility industry
Required Qualifications
- Technical degree or a combination of education and relevant experience
- A minimum of 3 years of related experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically Word, Excel and Outlook
- Ability to read and understand civil transportation engineering design plans
- Ability to read and understand utility installation and adjustment plans
- Position requires strong communication, both verbal and written, organization skills, attention to detail, scheduling and problem-solving skills
- An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Primary Location
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United States-Utah-Salt Lake City
Industry
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Highway + Road
Schedule
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Full-time
Employee Status
:
Regular
BusinessClass
:
Highways
Job Posting
:
Dec 18, 2025 |
HDR, Inc.
Dec 20, 2025