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James Parker

Wake Forest,NC

Summary

Various experienced Right of Way Utility Coordinator professional with 39 years in the Right of Way Unit, Utilities Unit, and as a Utility Consultant. Demonstrates multisector expertise in cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder management, specializing in managing strategic alignment with the large number of statewide utility entities with facilities that had to be relocated and or accommodated due to NCDOT’s funding TIP or STIP projects delivery.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Utility Coordinator

Telic
Raleigh, North Carolina
02.2017 - 03.2025

Coordinated utility relocation tasks for NCDOT's Utilities Unit, ensuring alignment with project timelines. Managed project timelines and logistics to ensure timely utility relocation for multiple TIP construction projects.

  • Coordinated utility services to ensure seamless operations across multiple projects.
  • Managed scheduling and logistics for utility installations and maintenance.
  • Collaborated with contractors to align utility plans with project timelines.

Assistant State Utility Agent

NCDOT
Raleigh, North Carolina
03.2006 - 08.2016

Facilitated utility relocation projects statewide with utility companies, government agencies, municipalities, cities, and towns.

Coordinated stakeholder engagement on project timelines and progress updates to ensure alignment and transparency. Facilitated collaborative meetings with internal and external stakeholders, streamlining workflow processes and enhancing communication.

  • Managed daily operations of transportation services across multiple regions.
  • Coordinated with various departments to ensure timely project completion.
  • Developed and implemented safety protocols for field staff and equipment.

Area Utility Agent

NCDOT
Raleigh, NC
03.2004 - 03.2006

Led 4 direct reports to deliver utility relocation projects on time and within scope.

  • Managed schedules and logistics for road maintenance and construction, ensuring compliance with timelines.
  • Coordinated transportation services for departmental projects, enhancing project execution.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to ensure compliance with state transportation regulations.

Senior Utility Agent

NCDOT
Raleigh, North Carolina
02.1989 - 03.2004
  • Coordinated complex utility projects, enhancing team capabilities by training inexperienced utility agents.
  • Managed transportation operations for state infrastructure projects.
  • Coordinated schedules and resources for road maintenance activities.
  • Oversaw compliance with safety regulations and operational guidelines.

Utility Agent

NCDOT
Raleigh, North Carolina
07.1986 - 02.1989
  • Coordinated small TIP projects with low utility conflict impact, ensuring smooth project execution and stakeholder collaboration.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Transportation

North Carolina A&T State University
Greensboro, NC
12-1984

Skills

  • Utility relocation
  • Project management
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • CAD software usage
  • Utilities coordination
  • Regulatory compliance

Timeline

Utility Coordinator

Telic
02.2017 - 03.2025

Assistant State Utility Agent

NCDOT
03.2006 - 08.2016

Area Utility Agent

NCDOT
03.2004 - 03.2006

Senior Utility Agent

NCDOT
02.1989 - 03.2004

Utility Agent

NCDOT
07.1986 - 02.1989

Bachelor of Science - Transportation

North Carolina A&T State University
James Parker