Full-Time

Utilities Relocation Coordinator

VDOT Rail Safety Section

Posted on 5/18/2026

Deadline 6/16/26
Virginia Department of Transportation

Virginia Department of Transportation

Plans, builds, maintains Virginia transportation infrastructure

Compensation Overview

$71.2k - $115.8k/yr

Suffolk, VA, USA

In Person

Category
Architecture & Civil Engineering (1)
Required Skills
CAD
Requirements
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with customers.
  • Ability to make independent decisions, solve problems, organize and prioritize.
  • Knowledge of highway plans, specifications, standards, construction procedures, sequencing laws, policy, procedures and environmental regulations.
  • Knowledge of the various utility facility methods, requirements and construction techniques.
  • Skill in fiscal and survey requirements used in utility relocations.
  • Skill in the use of computers and web based applications to include computer drafting.
  • Valid driver's license.
Responsibilities
  • Coordinate and arrange for the relocation of assets in assigned program area(s). Ensure relocations comply with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures. To evaluate, coordinate and arrange for the relocation and adjustment of utilities in conjunction with highway construction or maintenance projects to ensure that such adjustments are properly performed in accordance with State and Federal requirements and are in accordance with project schedules.
  • Provide utility companies and municipalities with plans, plan revisions and other pertinent information that will culminate in the expedient relocation of the utilities facilities.
  • Coordinate with utility design engineer to ensure relocation meet the project requirements.
  • Assigned Projects: Responsible for review of utility companies plans and estimates on assigned projects for compliance with State and Federal requirements and forward to supervisor for authorization.
  • Process payment of utility billings.
  • Write reports which describe analysis used in outline categories of work, materials, over runs and under runs and determine if charges are justified and reconcile final billings and estimates.
  • Inspections: Schedule and conducts utility field inspections on assigned projects. Determine cost responsibility, conflicts, suggested methods or adjustments, easement requirements, and bridge attachment requirements. Determine necessity of consultants. Provide technical assistance to utility companies as well as interpretation of utility relocation policies and procedures. Prepare in-plan agreements for execution.
  • Program Coordination: Coordinate SAFETEA-LU Grade Crossing Safety Improvement Program. Review and coordinate engineering plans and estimates. Prepare and process construction and right of entry agreements to include negotiating project agreements. Ensure compliance with State and Federal regulations. Ensure advertisement schedules are met. Review and analyze engineering plans for highway and rail impacts and compliance with applicable standards and specifications. Prepare reviews and recommend approval of engineering estimates. Manage and coordinate data for SAFETEA-LU projects to ensure timely completion. Investigate and resolve questions and concerns regarding grade crossing safety improvement projects. Assist VDOT Rail Safety Section, railroads and Local Assistance Divisions to ensure all grade crossing projects are addressed and implemented.
  • Utility Relocation: Represent VDOT on assigned projects with utility company or municipality; discuss project priorities and coordinate the proper time for submission of utility relocation plan and estimates; provide project advertisement schedules; furnish highway plans and necessary revisions. Monitor utility relocation adjustment, planning and engineering on project and reviews work schedules; meet project personnel and highway contractors and utilities company.
Desired Qualifications
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with internal and external customers.
  • Ability to make independent decisions, solve problems, organize and prioritize.
  • Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply applicable federal and state laws and regulations, including related policies, practices and rules.
  • Knowledge of highway plans, specifications and standards, construction procedures, sequencing laws and policy and procedures and environmental regulations.
  • Knowledge of the various utility facility methods and requirements and construction techniques.
  • Skill in fiscal and survey requirements used in utility relocations.
  • Skill in the use of computers and various software applications.
Virginia Department of Transportation

Virginia Department of Transportation

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The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) manages Virginia’s transportation network. It plans, builds, maintains, and operates roads, bridges, and tunnels to keep travel safe and efficient. Its work includes long-range planning (looking 20–25 years ahead), transportation modeling for regional partners, and public outreach to keep citizens informed and involved, such as campaigns promoting safer roundabouts. Unlike private companies, VDOT is a state government agency funded to serve the public interest rather than earn profits. Its goal is to provide a reliable, safe, and accessible highway system for all Virginians and to address future transportation needs through coordinated planning and infrastructure projects.

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