Utility and Railroad Coordinator
La Porte, IN, US, 46350
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a diverse range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
As an equal opportunity employer, reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role.
About the Indiana Department of Transportation:
The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state’s quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you.
Role Overview:
The position serves as a coordinator of interactions between Utility companies, Railroad companies and the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) within the Capital Program Management division. Key skills for candidates to be successfull in this position are:
- Specialized knowledge in construction, railroad, transportation, or utility operations obtained through experience and/or education
- Ability to read and decipher a variety of project plans as provided by various engineering groups
- Ability to visit and safely traverse construction and project sites while complying with all applicable safety codes and requirements
Salary:
This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $53,222.00. Salary for this position may be commensurate with education and job experience.
Location:
This position is located in INDOT’s LaPorte District, Capital Program Management Department.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
• Provides input and direction to INDOT project managers as to what extent of utility / railroad coordination will be needed and how it will affect the schedule of construction for the highway work.
• Arrange meetings or phone conversations as necessary with department designers, consultants, utility / railroad officials, along with cities and counties to determine the scope of work, financial obligations, traffic control, and other issues relevant to the project.
• Participates in diagnostic team reviews that identifies appropriate utility relocation, railroad grade crossing treatments, and recommendations for statewide policies and procedures.
• Reviews highway plans and identifies and provides solutions to the project manager concerning any potential conflicts involving utility and railroad crossings.
• Provides solutions to INDOT project managers and external consultants as necessary, advising them of current utility and railroad processes as well as applicable federal and state statutes that must be followed when working with them.
• Participates in stakeholder visits, site visits, field assessments, and construction inspections.
• Respond immediately to INDOT project construction issues involving utilities and railroads as they arise for successful resolution to meet the schedule of the project.
• Ensures efficient delivery of coordination documents, such as certifications, special provisions, agreements, and relocation work plans.
• Formulates and assists with negotiations of agreements required for projects that impact utility relocations and railroad operations.
• Tracks progress of assigned projects assigned and assist with tasks as necessary to ensure project completion.
The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.
What You'll Need for Success:
The ideal candidate in this role should minimally have either
• Demonstrated ability to lead multiple outside owners and stakeholders to collaborative solutions
• Demonstrated ability to comprehend, translate, and interact with construction drawings
• Degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, or Business Management required with one year of experience in the transportation industry; or Minimum of three years of demonstrated Project Management experience, transportation construction, engineering, design, Utility engineering, Railroad coordination, or similar field
• Demonstrated Proficiency in Microsoft office and ability to learn other necessary software packages
• Ability to create, communicate, and execute an acceptable project delivery plan for all projects assigned
• Solution oriented, understands, analyzes and strategizes to manage risk in project delivery
• Ability to effectively communicate and work cooperatively with INDOT employees, local public agencies, FHWA, Utility and Railroad companies, and consultants engineers
• May require occasional day and overnight travel
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
- Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
- Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
- Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
- Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities
- Deferred compensation 457B account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match
- Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
- A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
- 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
- Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
- Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
- 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Group life insurance
- Referral Bonus program
- Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
- Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Free Parking for most positions
- Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. We will comply with the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable state and federal laws.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
The State of Indiana has established a culture that welcomes equity, inclusion, and opportunity for all employees and applicants. We encourage you to apply if you feel you have the transferrable skills to be successful in this position and we look forward to reviewing your application.
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