Overview:

We are seeking a Utility Design Coordinator to lead our project teams in the utility sector. This pivotal role encompasses directing comprehensive project management from the ground up - coordinating the project's life cycle including planning, designing, engineering, procurement, and through to construction and project closeout. The ideal candidate will be adept at driving project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation, including managing external vendor and contractor relationships, while ensuring adherence to all regulatory, corporate, and departmental standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safety and Quality Advocacy: Champion workplace safety and quality control protocols.

• Leadership: Provide strategic leadership and support for project teams.

• Staff Development: Contribute to team growth by assisting with mentoring, and continuing education efforts.

• Technical Advising: Act as a consultative expert, offering insights on project methodologies.

• Problem Solving: Utilize creativity, foresight, and mature judgment to pre-empt and resolve complex project challenges.

• Progress Oversight: Directly supervise project advancements, rendering critical decisions to ensure alignment with project timelines, productivity targets, and quality standards.

• Process Improvement: Innovate and refine departmental tools and processes to boost design efficiency, specification accuracy, and project delivery.

• Cross-discipline Coordination: Manage and synchronize cross-functional activities for concurrent projects.

• Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for Project Managers, ensuring transparency and clarity on project requirements and updates.

• Team Management: Assign tasks and evaluate team performance to guarantee optimal, cost-effective use of talent.

• Project Success: Own the end-to-end success of projects, upholding the highest standards of safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

Qualifications:

• A minimum of five years of relevant experience in utility design or project management.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced skills in Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and especially Excel.

• Demonstrated ability to write clearly and informatively.

• Highly developed analytical skills.

• Proven track record of effective communication with a range of stakeholders.