Mapping & Rfp Specialist - Osp Construction (kmz/gis Focus)

Utilities One was founded with great aspirations to reshape the industry as we know it Our mission as a company is to make a real impact for the greater good of the communities Today we are delivering a full range of infrastructure solutions for Telecommunications providers Electric Power Water Gas Utilities Wireless Carriers and the Technology Deployment sector As an Mapping RFP Specialist you will own the front end of build planning and bid response for outside-plant OSP construction This role converts KMZ KML and other geospatial data into clear constructible routes develops quantity takeoffs identifies risks and produces compliant on-time RFP responses Success requires strong map literacy rigorous bid compliance discipline and practical construction judgement Key Responsibilities Mapping GIS Open review and interpret KMZ KML shapefiles GeoJSON and PDF plan sets in tools like Google Earth Pro QGIS ArcGIS and Bluebeam Validate routes utilities and environmental constraints flag conflicts bridges rail waterways protected areas Produce preliminary takeoffs LF by method handholes pedestals crossings bores structure attachments and draft validate bill of materials BOM Align routes with traffic control needs capture assumptions and constraint Construction Planning Field Support Translate routes to constructible sequences identify access staging spoil management and restoration requirements Validate takeoffs with spot field checks coordinate with utility locators and 811 procedures Support permit packs traffic control sheets crossings bore profiles and precon meeting materials Provide redline updates from field feedback maintain revision control through award and NTP Cross-Functional Administrative Maintain trackers bids addenda RFIs risks quotes deliverables Facilitate handoff to operations route files takeoffs assumptions and risk items Contribute to standards symbology naming conventions estimate templates and RFP boilerplates RFP Management Proposal Development Read and interpret RFP RFQ documents addenda exhibits and pricing forms build a compliance matrix and submission checklist Lead RFI Q A tracking clarify scope gaps locates QC testing restoration and as-built deliverables Coordinate internal pricing labor equipment materials vendor quotes and subcontract scope normalize quotes and document inclusions exclusions Prepare full response packages technical approach construction means methods schedule staffing risk register safety QA and commercial forms NDA MSA SOW COI W-9 as applicable Draft bid assumptions exceptions and clarifications that protect margin and delivery Ensure on-time compliant submission digital portals or physical delivery archive artifacts for handoff Requirements Required Qualifications 3 years in OSP underground utilities construction estimating design support or field engineering Proficiency with KMZ KML and at least one GIS mapping platform Google Earth Pro QGIS or ArcGIS and Bluebeam Revu Demonstrated ability to read civil utility plan sets profiles details and traffic control drawings Hands-on understanding of HDD trench open-cut aerial make-ready restoration and as-built requirements Strong business writing and document control skills comfortable owning compliance matrices and bid calendars Intermediate Excel lookups pivots and experience with SharePoint Smartsheet Jira or similar trackers Preferred Qualifications Experience responding to telecom municipal utility RFPs with complete technical commercial packages Takeoff experience for conduit fiber vaults pedestals crossings and restoration quantities Familiarity with permit processes ROW DOT railroad traffic control specifications and inspection workflows Knowledge of applicable safety and construction standards e g trenching shoring practices make-ready basics Basic CAD literacy for viewing and markup AutoCAD BricsCAD or similar Vendor subcontract coordination and quote normalization experience Benefits If it sounds like a great opportunity look below to see what s in it for you Collaborative Environment Thrive in a team-oriented setting with supportive colleagues and a positive atmosphere Innovative Work Culture Join a team that encourages creativity innovative thinking and unique solutions Continuous Learning Engage with new concepts ideas and frameworks through diverse projects that challenge you to excel