Utility Coordinator

Finding a better way.

At CHA, we believe in the power of clean water, resilient energy, safer roads, and structures that harmoniously blend with their surroundings. We create solutions. We help People. We improve our world. At CHA, we embed ourselves in our communities - and take pride in improving things where we live. At the foundation is a commitment to inclusion and diversity and choosing to treat everyone with dignity and respect. We also take accountability for making decisions that promote sustainability in our business and our designs. We are on a mission to reduce our environmental footprint and bring greener solutions to our clients. We are responsibly creating a more sustainable future in ways that we can all see and touch. Together. Every day.

CHA Consulting, Inc. is currently seeking a Utility Coordinator to join our Infrastructure - Transportation Utilities Team at our office in Columbia, SC.

CHA was founded more than 70 years ago to design innovative transportation infrastructure. Our transportation professionals have planned, developed and provided solutions to municipalities, metropolitan planning organizations, public and private authorities, and state transportation agencies. Addressing the immediate travel needs and expectations of today's society and anticipating the mobility and modal challenges and opportunities of the future requires comprehensive planning, engineering and a commitment to innovation and sustainable design. CHA's transportation team embraces new challenges from roads and highways to roundabouts and rail lines.

At CHA, the Utility Coordinator plays a key supporting role in the successful delivery of transportation and roadway projects. This entry-level position is ideal for individuals beginning their careers in engineering, urban planning, or a related field. The Utility Coordinator helps identify, communicate, and resolve utility conflicts while ensuring projects meet client, contractual, and company requirements.

Working closely with CHA teams and client contacts, the Utility Coordinator assists in developing and maintaining accurate records, coordinating with utility companies to gather and manage documentation, and supporting cost tracking and reimbursements. This role also includes reviewing utility design plans for basic compliance, preparing utility reports and dashboards, and contributing to specifications and contract documents.

This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the Transportation/Roadway/Utility industry while learning from experienced professionals and growing your career.

At CHA, you can build a career and find your passion across our diverse business lines and project teams. Being part of CHA means being part of a team of talented professionals, where you'll find support for your career growth and the opportunity to impact our industry and our communities. Find your "why" at CHA!

High school diploma or equivalent with 2 years of industry-related experience
• Ability to read and understand basic engineering plans and utility-related documents.
• Familiarity with the Transportation/Roadway/Utility industry; experience with SCDOT is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with MicroStation is a plus.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving abilities.

$28.00 - $33.00

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.

At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways - always searching, never settling - to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.

We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.