What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Relocation Engineer (Part-Time / Hybrid) position at PSM Associates?
Location: San Francisco East Bay (Contra Costa County, CA)
Hours: Part-Time (10–20 hours per week)
Compensation: Competitive; commensurate with experience
Position Overview
PSM Associates is seeking a skilled Utility Relocation Engineer for a flexible, part-time role based in Contra Costa County. This hybrid position combines virtual work with necessary in-office and on-site field operations. The ideal candidate will manage complex utility relocation projects within Caltrans Right-of-Way (ROW), ensuring seamless coordination across multiple utility types.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Oversight: Manage and engineer utility relocation processes within Caltrans ROW.
- Utility Coordination: Oversee conflicts and relocations for diverse systems, including:
- PG&E Infrastructure: High/low-pressure gas and high-voltage electrical lines (both overhead and underground).
- Wet Utilities: Water distribution, wastewater systems, and storm drains.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Act as the primary liaison between the design team, agency representatives, and internal teams.
Qualifications & Experience
- Proven Expertise: Direct experience managing utility relocation projects specifically within Caltrans ROW.
- Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of PG&E gas/electric systems and municipal wet utilities and their associated agencies.
- Soft Skills: Exceptional communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Licensing: A valid California Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred (though candidates with extensive matching experience will be considered).
Work Environment
This is a hybrid role. Candidates must be local to the San Francisco East Bay area to facilitate a mix of remote work, office meetings, and active field visits.