Utility Project Coordinator

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(Tasks necessary and required to perform the job.)

• Oversee utility vegetation management operations within assigned territories, ensuring alignment with safety, regulatory, and client standards
• Track project checkpoints and coordinate ongoing work to ensure timely and efficient completion
• Monitor and report on construction and field activities, maintaining accurate and detailed records
• Conduct inspections and audits to ensure contract compliance and identify corrective actions when needed
• Collaborate with client, property owners, utility departments, local governments, and stakeholders to resolve concerns and facilitate communication
• Schedule, attend, and lead project meetings; document key takeaways and action items
• Assist in developing and managing forestry work plans and associated budgets
• Conduct site patrols to assess vegetation and environmental conditions, and develop actionable short- and long-term plans
• Perform crew safety observations and deliver safety training in accordance with organizational policies
• Prepare cost estimates and manage budgets for vegetation management and transmission line projects
• Maintain GIS-based records and reporting systems; provide training to contractors on proper usage
• Manage client database programs and construction project files
• Coordinate and support the daily activities of forestry crews, planners, auditors, and utility foresters
• Technical support for field personnel, foresters and utility staff
• Document compliance with resource protection measures and ensure regulatory adherence
• Submit daily activity and progress reports in a timely and accurate manner
• Promote and support a culture of safety and environmental responsibility
• Support, actively participate, and act in accordance with Wright’s culture of safety and employee ownership
• Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintain knowledge of and follow all company policies and procedures
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings

Knowledge, Skills & Ability Requirements:

(Knowledge – Comprehension of a body of information acquired by experience or study. Skill – a present, observable competence to perform an activity. Ability – a competence to perform an observable behavior.)

• Strong understanding of utility vegetation management, environmental regulations, and project compliance
• Candidates shall have a minimum of two (2) years’ experience working with computers, office equipment and data entry equipment.
• Two or four-year degree in a related field is preferred
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and GIS or forestry management tools
• Skilled in project coordination, budgeting, scheduling, and reporting
• Experience with Billing/Invoicing preferred
• Ability to interpret technical documents such as maps, reports, and construction plans
• Effective communication and collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities independently
• Adaptable to field and office environments, with willingness to travel as needed
• Commitment to safety protocols and promoting a culture of compliance and accountability

Education, Certification & Experience Requirements:

(The minimum level of education obtained, certifications held, or experience in years acceptable for the role.)

• Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Urban Forestry, Natural Resource Management, Arboriculture, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• ISA Certified Arborist (or obtain within 6 months)

Other Preferred Requirements: (driver’s license, CDL, pesticide or herbicide license, CPR or first-aid certified)

• ISA Utility Specialist, ISA TRAQ, UVM certification, and PMP certification are preferred/pluses

Language Requirements (read, write, speak):

English - __Read, __Write, __Speak

Spanish - __Read, __Write, __Speak

Other Language _________________ - __Read, __Write, __Speak

Travel Requirements:

__No-Seldom

__Yes-Occasional (up to 5%)

__Yes-Moderate (5% to 25%)

__Yes-Substantial (25% to 50%)

__Yes-Extensive (greater than 50%)

Physical Characteristics:

(The physical demands necessary to perform the job duties with or without a reasonable accommodation.)

The physical activities of this position constantly require effective talking, hearing, sitting, walking, and standing functions. The position also often involves sedentary work where sitting is required most of the time, with occasional standing or walking. The position also requires exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Environmental Factors:

(The working conditions including environment if outside - weather/temperature, noise or otherwise normal office environment.)

• Ability to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work tasks such as rain, heat, sun, cold, snow.
• Must be able to perform activities with close visual acuity, such as reading a computer screen and reading print material. The functions of this position are conducted in a temperature-controlled environment.