Design Services Coordinator 1

Job Purpose and Summary

This position is responsible for assisting in a variety of advanced engineering design services activities for the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC). Work at this level involves assisting in the development and review of right-of-way and survey plans, utility coordination, project coordination, and engineering automation. Work is performed with some independence with guidance, direction, and review by a supervisor, or designee.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

Assists in the implementation and administration of electronic data such as electronic plan preparation, record retention, data management, and other applications/databases, including user guides. 

Participates in the review and interpretation of plans, specifications, studies, invoices, and estimates prepared by consultants and external agencies.

Assists in the preparation of detailed and comprehensive reports and/or documents.

Assists with various PTC engineering programs/projects.

Communicates with various internal departments and external agencies to obtain input for assigned projects. 

Attends progress and status meetings for assigned projects/programs. 

Assists in the review of utility relocation plans, cost estimates, and agreements to determine compliance with state and federal regulations.

Assists in conducting research and investigating utility and right-of-way issues. 

Uses situational awareness to anticipate and prevent accidents.

Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Five (5) years of experience in engineering, surveying, or utility coordination;
OR
One (1) year of experience in engineering, surveying, or utility coordination AND a bachelor’s degree in engineering, surveying, or other related discipline.
OR
One (1) year as a Design Services Associate with the PTC.
Equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be accepted. 

Possession of a valid driver’s license. Must obtain and maintain a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license within six (6) months of employment.

Competencies

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Position demands include frequent speaking, writing, and reading reports. Position requires frequent work at a computer utilizing business programs and PTC specific operating systems. Position requires occasional travel and/or fieldwork with exposure to roadway traffic. Occasionally works outside of normal business hours for assigned work assignments.

Office environment with low levels of noise, adequate lighting, and comfortable temperature. Field environment may include exposure to moderately adverse and undesirable conditions. Physical environment is generally safe, but safety equipment or precautions must be followed in field conditions.  

Disclaimer

The information provided in this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by the incumbent(s) within this job. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and working conditions required of the employee(s) assigned to this job. Management has the discretion to add or modify duties of the job and to designate other functions as essential at any time.