Associate Utility Design Administrator

Basic Purpose

Performs design work for electric and/or gas new construction, capital maintenance or system

improvements – which includes but not limited to project initiation, preparation of new improvement

designs, cost estimates and contracts. Establishes project specific business relationships and facilitates

the customer through the company’s New Business Process. Focuses on the identification of customer

needs and expectations for new business utility design for electric and/or gas projects by maintaining a

working knowledge of company standards, tariffs and regulations. Works under the general direction of a

higher level Administrators.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Performs design work for electric and/or gas new or expanded service or system improvements.

Maintains a working knowledge of all company standards, tariffs and regulatory requirements to provide

the most cost effective designs. Creates and delivers preliminary estimates.

Identifies needs and expectations of the customer for electric and/or gas utility requirements of project

specific development. Serves as the central point of contact for internal and external customers such as

developers, contractors, engineering firms, local agencies and utilities from the inception to the

completion of the assigned projects. Focuses on improvement of external customer satisfaction.

Prepares and presents the financial agreement to the customer ensuring that the company delivers a

comprehensive and accurate contract.

Conducts pre-construction meetings with Electric and Gas Inspectors, General Foreman and Area

Service Managers as necessary.

May participate in the after hour rotational on call supervisor program and assists in restoration activities

during storms or other emergencies.

Essential Education, Skills, and Environment:

Education and Work Experience

High School Diploma and 1 year of related work experience.

Specialized Knowledge and Skills

Demonstrated knowledge of:

· Electric and/or gas design, operating and construction practice.

· All applicable federal, state and local rules and regulations governing electric/gas sub transmission

and distribution construction.

Skills such as:

· Analytical, planning, time management, decision making, interpersonal, project management,

and communication.

Equipment and Applications

PCs, word processing, spreadsheet and database software.