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KCI

Sr. Utility Designer

KCI, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601

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Senior Recruiter at KCI Technologies, Inc. Location:

Cary, NC Salary:

$80,000.00 - $120,000.00 Posted:

2 weeks ago

Overview Join us as we Rise to the Challenge. At KCI, we’re building an enduring community that provides unparalleled value to our employee-owners. We make our mark designing and delivering our world‑class solutions, so we invest deeply in supporting and developing our team. We reward integrity and commitment, and when we do well, you do well. Our employees have the freedom to innovate, unlimited growth, a voice that matters, a lifestyle that works, and skin in the game. Achievements are shared and celebrated. As a team, we are motivated to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us.

Company KCI Technologies, Inc. is a 100% employee‑owned engineering, consulting and construction firm serving clients throughout the United States. KCI is recognized as an industry leader, employing cutting‑edge technologies, management practices and strategic growth initiatives. Employee ownership fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, encourages technical expertise, and shapes strategic planning. KCI is currently ranked #53 on Engineering News‑Record’s list of the Top 500 design firms in the nation.

Benefits Information We offer a competitive compensation package, family‑friendly benefits, a collaborative working environment, and the training, mentoring and resources you need to advance in your career.

Equal Opportunity Statement KCI Technologies, Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Duties, Responsibilities & Other

Experience working with MicroStation/GEOPAK/OpenRoads Designer and/or AutoCAD

Proficiency with NCDOT Highway Construction Plans reading

Familiar with NCDOT processes and standards, especially Utilities Accommodations Manual (UAM)

Experience with utility design, coordination, and utility construction methods

Experience identifying & documenting Utility Conflicts

Experience providing drafting assistance, revision, and QA/QC of Relocation Designs from Utility Owners

Experience preparing Utilities by Others (UBO)

Experience monitoring project schedules and coordination with owners for scheduling utility relocations

Attending project progress meetings to provide status on utility coordination efforts

Field Visits to identify/assess/document existing utility facilities

Collaborate with other Departments involved with project development

Preferred

Experience with managing multiple complex utility projects

Collaboration with Environmental Team to determine Wetland Permitting/Mitigation/Clearing Needs

Experience assessing Utility Relocation Cost Responsibilities

Drafting Assistance, Revision, QA/QC, and facilitates the execution of Encroachment Agreements & URAs between utility owners and NCDOT

Experience researching & analyzing utility records, prior rights, and existing utility agreements

Scheduling/leading on-site Utility Kick-Off meetings

Preparing Special Provisions & Relocation Schedules

Coordinate with NCDOT Personnel, Consultant Firms, & Utility Owners to Provide Project Updates, Progress Reports, & Finalized Submittals

Experience preparing Utility Clearing/Grubbing Plans and Utility Priority ROW Plans

Qualifications

HS diploma or GED required. BS degree preferred or equivalent years of experience.

Minimum of 4 - 8 years of experience.

Pre‑employment drug screening and background check are conditions of employment. Motor vehicle checks may be required based upon position.

Performance Expectations

Complete Annual Individual Training Program

Train adequate backup personnel to support your role in your absence

Comply with all KCI policies and procedures

Ensure projects fulfill ISO compliance requirements

Complete other duties as required/assigned

Achieve or exceed budgeted individual utilization target (80-85% typical)

Attend bi‑weekly (or more frequently as necessary) meetings with project team on all projects/tasks

Complete all tasks on time and within budget while fully meeting the scope

Consult and coordinate with other practices as required

Operate within specified (corporate or project) budget parameters

Compare field data to design plans

Conduct site visits and gather data, including measurements, sketches, notes and photographs as needed

Prepare design calculations, drawings, specifications and cost estimates for review and approval

Prepare preliminary concept designs and submit for approval

Read and interpret technical documents needed for performance of job

Review and approve shop drawings

Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

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