Senior Technical Specialist – Transit​/Utilities

Senior Technical Specialist – Transit/Utilities

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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. We foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and communities, constantly asking ourselves:
What is our impact on 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.

HDR is looking for a Senior Utility Coordinator to join our Transportation Business Group in the NY/NJ area. This highly motivated individual should be experienced in the process of coordinating utilities in relation to transportation project design and applicable utility agreement documentation. They will support the client, project managers, and task/discipline leads on a daily basis.

• Communicate and coordinate with utility companies and the project team specific to the design process and schedule and per standard client practices and requirements
• Develop and maintain accurate records of utility coordination efforts and delivery and receipt of documentation, including routine updates for the client and project team
• Develop and coordinate utility agreements and memoranda of agreements between utility companies and the client as applicable to the project design
• Coordinate with utility companies to obtain, review, and maintain utility‑specific documentation (e.g., prior rights, as‑built drawings, encroachment permits, betterments, no‑cost letters, standards and specifications, etc.)
• Develop, maintain, and update utility‑specific cost estimates applicable to the project design to inform utility documentation and the project team
• Support the project team with documentation and maintenance of records specific to utility costs and applicable reimbursements from utility companies
• Review utility design plans for compliance with applicable utility company requirements, contract requirements, and utility agreements
• Review project design plans for utility conflicts and evaluation of feasible alternatives for mitigation
• Prepare and update utility reports and applicable data specific to proposed project design
• Prepare specifications and contract documents
• Perform complex assignments exercising judgment in evaluation, selection and modification of standard engineering techniques and procedures
• Participate in project coordination meetings
• Function as a Technical Specialist or Project Manager on projects as needed, but project management is not the sole focus of this position
• Produce and/or oversee the development of utility plans, specifications, and estimates and support the development of other discipline design plans specific to utility relocations and conflicts
• Develop and review schedules and provide support for schedule updates
• Perform other duties as needed

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 8 years…