State Of Pennsylvania - Throop, PA
posted 4 months ago
Elevate your professional journey by seizing the opportunity to join the Department of Transportation in the role of Assistant District Utility Relocation Administrator. In this position, you will play a crucial role in overseeing intricate utility relocation projects within the District, ensuring that they are executed smoothly and efficiently. Utilizing your expertise in engineering practices and principles, you will be tasked with making informed decisions and judgments that are essential for the successful completion of various work assignments. If you are ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role that allows you to showcase your skills and contribute to important infrastructure projects, do not hesitate to submit your application today and embark on a fulfilling career path with the Department of Transportation. In this role, the primary responsibility is to analyze and interpret engineering plans to identify potential conflicts with utility lines. When conflicts are identified, the incumbent will work closely with project engineers to propose alternative solutions or work with utility companies to re-engineer the plan or relocate the utility lines. Additionally, the position requires the individual to inspect utility relocation work and maintain strong communication with various stakeholders including Central Office, Federal Highway Administration utility representatives, municipal officials, consulting engineers, and contractors. This involves resolving disputes by explaining department policies and procedures and negotiating conflicts as they arise. Furthermore, the role involves submitting all plans, estimates, and agreements to Central Office for review and approval, in accordance with District policy and procedures. The individual will also be responsible for explaining and negotiating with municipal officials regarding proposed relocations and payments, as required under state law. The position also requires the application of engineering practices and principles when reviewing proposed estimates, plans, and agreements for completeness, accuracy, feasibility, and conformity to established standards and policy. The incumbent will recommend approval, disapproval, or modification of proposed plans and agreements. Moreover, the individual will develop and maintain a liaison with utilities to ensure that construction schedules for each established project are met. This involves conducting field inspections of affected utilities to determine the feasibility of relocations and reviewing proposed relocation plans for adherence to established standards. Additionally, the role involves reviewing the inspection of construction materials and workmanship associated with the relocation of utilities to ensure conformity to standards and specifications. The incumbent will also review daily inspection reports for utility relocation projects under construction and use the URMS system as necessary to process all utility activities. Finally, the position may involve performing other related duties as required.