Utility Land Development Project Coordinator

Job Description:

Utility Land Development Project Coordinator

Description

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Planning, Architecture, Construction , or a related field plus five (5) years of experience in Program or Project Management related to utility practices.
• Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years.

Licenses or Certifications:

None
Notes to Applicants

Duties specific to this Utility Land Development Project Coordinator position include:

• Project plan review and permit application review for permitting. Code interpretation to assist in resolution of conflicts and provide technical support using documentation such as Texas Commission on Environmental Quality ( TCEQ ), Austin’s Land Development Code, Utility Criteria Manual, Standard Specifications, Standard Details, and Austin Water policies for residential and commercial plan review, tap plan review, and flag lot subdivisions.
• Coordinate with other City Departments and Austin Water Divisions (such as Special Services, Collection System Services, Pipeline Engineering, Distribution System Services, Retail Customer Service, and Systems Planning), City Departments (such as Law, Austin Fire, Development Review, Watershed, Public Works, and Parks), consultants, developers, and landowners as needed.
• Attend and assist in committee meeting and special projects as assigned.

Critical Position:
This position has been designation as critical for the City of Austin. Critical positions are necessary and vital and support activities that impact City or department operations. Work can be done while at a designated work site or while working at an alternate work location. Critical employees may be reassigned to another area to provide essential services to support any extraordinary situations or emergency conditions.

Working with Austin Water provides a number of benefits including medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information.

When completing the City of Austin employment application:

• Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
• A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job title and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered.
• A resume is required but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please include contact information from previous employers.
• A cover letter is also required. In the cover letter candidates should describe, in concise detail, their interest in this position and highlight any prior experience that is relevant to this position.

If you are selected as a top candidate:

• Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution and proof of your professional licenses or certifications.
• If you are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.

Secondary Employment:

• All Austin Water employees are prohibited from accepting or engaging in any secondary employment that might conflict or interfere with an employee’s duty and responsibility to the Department.
• Austin Water must review all secondary employment.
• Employees are required to submit a Secondary Employment Application for review and approval upon being hired with Austin Water, as well as current Austin Water employees considering secondary employment.

Travel:
If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program , you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

Effective October 1, 2014, all Austin Water worksite locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any AW worksite - including construction sites, parking lot, garage or in any personal vehicle located on the premises.
Pay Range
$32.23 - $40.29
Hours
Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. with some flexibility. Hybrid.
Job Close Date 03/20/2025 Type of Posting External Department Austin Water Utility Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr, Austin, TX 78752 Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:

• Experience in engineering plan review, design, permit review, inspection, construction coordination, engineering project management, and/or construction of water and/or wastewater infrastructure and underground utilities.
• Knowledge with the City of Austin Land Development Code.
• Experience communicating City of Austin code & design requirements to a variety of audiences (e.g. City staff, engineers, applicants, the general public).
• Experience in the development of engineering standards & specifications and water and/or wastewater product review.
• Knowledge of Austin Water Utility and Texas Commission on Environmental Quality ( TCEQ ) water and wastewater design criteria.
• Ability to travel to more than one work location.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Coordinates and represents Austin Water interests in various high profile program areas and projects, which may include determining and assessing overall program goals, objectives, resources requirements, and ensuring alignment with Utility goals, Land Development Code, Plumbing Code, criteria manuals, and standard details and specifications. Coordinates with internal, external, inter-departmental, and multi-agency stakeholders to address design constraints from project inception to post design. This includes site and subdivision plans and capital improvement projects contained within program areas. Assists with conflict resolution and project timelines sequencing to avoid significant cost overages for infrastructure projects, which may include scheduling and coordination of projects such as water or wastewater lines installed prior to street construction to optimize time and money and enhance public perception. Coordinates land development reviews to ensure compliance with Federal, State and City codes and regulations and coordination with internal and external stakeholders. Collaborates with other City departments and external agencies to ensure review consistency across all disciplines. Establishes program standards, methods, policies, and procedures for individual programs. Develops and implements process improvements and prepares modifications to address evolving requirements of the Land Development Code and Utility Criteria Manual relative to individual programs. Provides technical advice, assistance, guidance, and training to internal staff, external agencies, citizens, customers, department executives, commissioners and council members as relevant. Researches, reviews, and communicates findings on legal documents to include easements, plats, deeds, and land status determination letters. Represents the interests of Austin Water at various inter-departmental, multi-agency, boards, commissions, and citizen meetings. Makes informative presentations to management, councils, and commissions and the general public. Researches and implements best practices from other jurisdictions to improve safety, efficiency, and customer service.

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

May provide leadership and/or supervision to assigned employees or project management.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of Federal, State and City regulations requirements
• Knowledge of construction practices common to utilities
• Knowledge of management principles related to municipal projects and programs
• Knowledge of basic engineering and architectural design principles, practices, and procedures
• Knowledge of laws, rules, regulations, and codes associated with project assignment
• Knowledge of utility installations
• Knowledge of construction plans and blueprints
• Knowledge of risk management
• Skill in time management
• Skill in verbal and written communication
• Skill in use of applicable software
• Skill in problem solving
• Skill in organization and prioritization
• Skill in customer service
• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with internal and external customers
• Ability to adapt, interpret, and apply guidelines and standards
• Ability to review and summarize legal, project, and construction documents
• Ability to convey complex requirements
• Ability to conduct field investigations/inspections
• Ability to plan, coordinate and implement programs and activities
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions
• Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Criminal Background Investigation This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for this position include graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Planning, Architecture, Construction, or a related field plus five (5) years of experience in Program or Project Management related to utility practices. Experience may substitute for education up to a maximum of four (4) years. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?

• Yes
• No

* How many years of experience do you have in field inspection and/or construction coordination for water and wastewater utility installations?

• None
• Less than 3 years
• 3 - 6 years
• 6 - 10 years
• More than 10 years

* How many years of experience do you have in engineering plan review, design, permit review, engineering project management, and/or construction of underground utilities?

• None
• Less than 3 years
• 3 - 6 years
• 6 - 10 years
• More than 10 years

* How many years of experience do you have with the City of Austin plan review regulations and permitting process?

• None
• Less than 3 years
• 3 - 6 years
• 6 - 10 years
• More than 10 years

* To which audiences do you have experience communicating City of Austin code & design requirements? Select all that apply.

• City Staff
• Engineers
• Applicants
• General Public
• None

* How many years of experience do you have developing engineering standards & specifications and water and/or wastewater product reviews?

• None
• Less than 3 years
• 3 - 6 years
• 6 - 10 years
• More than 10 years

* How many years of experience do you have with Austin Water's Utilities Criteria Manual and Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) water and wastewater design criteria?

• None
• Less than 3 years
• 3 - 6 years
• 6 - 10 years
• More than 10 years

* Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?

• Yes
• No

* Will you now or in the future require employer sponsorship for a work-related visa (e.g. H1B or other similar visa)?

• Yes
• No

* Were you referred to this opportunity by an Austin Water employee? If yes, please provide the employee’s full name.
(Open Ended Question)


Optional & Required Documents

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