Utility Specialist

• Track and manage utility-related budgets, schedules, and approvals to keep projects on track.
• Manage the scheduling, design review, and installation of utility infrastructure for development projects.
• Provide regular updates to project managers, stakeholders, and contractors regarding utility milestones.
• Maintain detailed records of permits, approvals, correspondence, and utility agreements.
• Conduct site inspections to monitor utility installation progress, quality, and safety.
• Resolve conflicts or delays related to utility coordination in a timely manner.
• Review construction documents and utility plans to ensure compliance with design specifications, local codes, and utility company standards.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and superintendents to integrate utility work into overall construction sequencing.
• Coordinate with utility providers, municipalities, and consultants to secure utility service connections and approvals.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Utility Specialist to support our residential development projects with a focus on utility coordination, permitting, and infrastructure execution. The ideal candidate will have a background in construction development with a strong understanding of utility systems (water, sewer, gas, electrical, telecommunications) and regulatory processes.

• Strong knowledge of utility systems (gas, water, sewer, storm, electrical, telecom) in residential or mixed-use development.
• Familiarity with permitting and entitlement processes in California is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in project management tools, scheduling, and document management systems.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills to manage vendors and agencies.
• Hands-on experience coordinating with PG&E, local water districts, telecom companies, or similar providers.
• Experience reading and interpreting utility and civil engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with California building codes, permitting, and entitlement processes.
• Junior-Level: 2+ years of relevant experience in utility coordination, land development, or construction.
• Solid understanding of utility infrastructure in residential construction or land development.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Senior-Level: Proven experience managing complex utility infrastructure projects and cross-agency coordination.
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Urban Planning, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.

• Ongoing training and professional growth opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family.
• Opportunities to work closely with in-house architectural and development teams.
• Paid lunch program.
• Competitive pay and bonus structure.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.