The Mechanical Utility Field Planner serves as the owner’s representative and primary field authority for complex mechanical utility infrastructure projects. This role provides oversight for construction activities involving gas distribution, district energy, potable and reclaimed water, wastewater systems, and lift station rehabilitation.
The position manages multiple concurrent projects, coordinates with internal and external stakeholders, and ensures work is performed safely, in compliance with standards, and with minimal operational impact. The role is essential to maintaining system reliability, protecting existing infrastructure, and resolving complex field issues through strong coordination and safety leadership.
This role reports to the Manager of Projects, Mechanical.
What You Will Do• Provide field leadership and oversight for mechanical utility construction and rehabilitation projects, ensuring work is executed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with project specifications, utility standards, and OSHA requirements.
• Oversee contractor activities across natural gas distribution, district energy (chilled and hot water), potable and reclaimed water, wastewater collection, and lift station projects.
• Review and accept contractor safety plans and verify compliance with safety procedures, including confined space entry, trench safety, lockout/tagout, gas system safety, and pump station operations.
• Coordinate with engineers, consultants, contractors, operations teams, design managers, and Engineers of Record to support new construction, infrastructure upgrades, and rehabilitation projects.
• Participate in design, constructability, and sequencing reviews, providing field-based input on materials, installation methods, access requirements, and logistics to minimize service disruptions and operational impacts.
• Support procurement and contracting activities through participation in pre-bid and post-bid meetings, field verification of existing conditions, and constructability and value engineering recommendations.
• Monitor contractor progress and participate in project coordination meetings to address schedules, RFIs, directives, change orders, inspections, punch list items, and overall project status.
• Document field activities, construction observations, and as-built conditions, and support planned shutdowns and emergency response efforts to maintain or restore critical utility services.
Required Qualifications & Skills• Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical utility operations, underground utility construction, or utility construction management.
• Strong knowledge of underground utility construction practices, including trenching, shoring, pipe installation, relocations, directional drilling, and system tie-ins.
• Experience installing and rehabilitating gas distribution, district energy (chilled and hot water), potable and reclaimed water, wastewater, and pump or lift station systems.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and utility system design documents.
• Experience overseeing contractor field activities and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated safety leadership, including the authority and willingness to stop work when unsafe or non-compliant conditions are identified.
• Working knowledge of applicable utility codes, environmental regulations, and construction standards.
• Ability to work flexible schedules to support planned construction activities and emergency response situations.
Preferred Qualifications• Experience with district energy, gas, water, and wastewater utility infrastructure, including chilled and hot water systems, potable and reclaimed water, gravity sewer, force mains, and lift station construction or rehabilitation.
• Knowledge of gas distribution system installation, safety requirements, and lift station components, including pumps, controls, and wet well systems.
• Familiarity with contract administration and project controls, including RFIs, directives, change orders, construction documentation, and project scheduling using industry-standard tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document construction progress, develop as-built documentation, and convey technical field information to project stakeholders.
EducationAssociate's degree in a technical field or equivalent experience is required.
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Read LessThe Manager, Program Development, leads the planning, execution, and management of Reedy Creek Energy Services’ Capital Improvement and Planned Work initiatives. This role oversees Utility Service Request coordination and utility permitting reviews to ensure alignment with applicable standards, regulations, and organizational policies, while supporting operational requirements, long-term system capacity, and strategic objectives.
The Manager provides technical leadership and oversight to a team of 4 to 6 engineers and salaried professionals, ensuring consistent delivery of technical expertise in support of both near- and long-term utility investment programs. This includes coaching team members and reinforcing established workflows and best practices.
The role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills to clearly convey complex information to technical and non-technical audiences, including senior and executive leadership. The Manager also promotes continuous improvement through process optimization, evaluation of emerging technologies, and implementation of initiatives that enhance efficiency, consistency, and program performance.
This position reports directly to the Senior Manager, RCES Engineering and Programs.
Responsibilities/You Will:Lead the development, implementation, and continuous update of the Utility Division’s Capital Improvement (CIP) and Planned Work (PW) Programs, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, regulatory requirements, and projected growth.
Evaluate system capacity, infrastructure conditions, and operational constraints to identify and prioritize capital projects.
Collaborate with engineering, operations, finance, and planning teams to develop project scopes, schedules, and funding strategies.
Oversee the intake, review, and coordination of Utility Service Requests, ensuring timely responses and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
Manage the utility permitting process, ensuring all work within district utility service areas complies with district standards, safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
Establish and maintain program tracking tools, metrics, and reporting systems to monitor CIP and PW progress.
Identify opportunities to improve processes, enhance efficiency, and implement best practices across program development functions.
Provide leadership, guidance, and oversight to assigned staff, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Prepare and present reports, recommendations, and program updates to senior leadership.
Basic Qualifications/You will have:8 + years’ experience working in an architecture/engineering multi-discipline, technical, team environment.
Experience partnering with multiple lines of business clients and customers.
Experience balancing priorities, personnel, and partner expectations in a reactive environment, while maintaining a professional image, composure, and overall situational awareness.
Knowledge and competence in safety procedures and protocols.
Proficiency in using the Microsoft Office Suite of applications and familiarity with Autodesk Revit, BIM360 applications and Smartsheet.
Experience communicating sophisticated issues to non-technical peers and to executives.
Experience with team building and mentorship.
Preferred Qualifications:Five (5) years of experience leading project or organizational teams consisting of salaried direct reports.
Professional Engineering License (PE) in the State of Florida or in a state with reciprocity to Florida.
EducationBachelor’s degree in engineering or a related degree is required.
Master’s degree in engineering, Engineering Management, or MBA is preferred.
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Do you enjoy leading field teams and delivering complex electrical infrastructure projects? The Electrical Utility Field Planner serves as the primary field authority and owner’s representative for electrical utility construction projects.
In this role, you will oversee multiple concurrent projects, coordinating closely with project managers, engineers, contractors, consultants, utility operations, and regulatory agencies to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient execution. You will manage contractor activities, verify field conditions, and ensure adherence to engineering designs, utility standards, OSHA requirements, and applicable electrical codes.
As the Electrical Utility Field Planner, you will resolve construction issues, maintain schedules, protect system reliability, and minimize impacts to operations and customers while ensuring the safety of all personnel.
This role reports to the Manager of Projects, Electrical.
What You Will Do• Oversee overall construction safety, including review, acceptance, and enforcement of contractor safety plans; ensure compliance with confined space, Lock out Tag out, and switching/tagging requirements.
• Serve as the primary field liaison, collaborating with engineers, consultants, contractors, design managers, and operations to execute electrical utility designs, new construction, and system improvements.
• Participate in design, constructability, and value engineering reviews; verify field conditions and support development of construction sequencing plans.
• Support procurement activities by participating in pre‑ and post‑bid meetings and providing constructability and execution input.
• Develop and manage site logistics plans, including staging, access, traffic control, and coordination to minimize impacts to operations and guest experiences.
• Monitor project progress through regular coordination with project managers and contractors, reviewing schedules, RFIs, directives, change orders, and overall project status.
• Lead field walks and inspections to verify completed work, identify punch list items, and confirm readiness for turnover.
• Respond to after‑hours and emergency situations as required to support system reliability and operations.
Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical utility operations, electrical contracting, or utility construction management.
Strong knowledge of electrical construction practices including trenching, directional boring, duct bank installation, cable installation, inspection procedures, and lockout/tagout protocols.
Demonstrated experience interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and electrical system designs.
Experience with electrical switchgear installation and underground medium-voltage cable systems.
Extensive experience working with underground power distribution systems up to 69kV.
Ability to obtain qualification in the utility’s switching and tagging program for both 15kV and 69kV systems within 90 days of employment.
Proven commitment to safety leadership and authority to halt work when safety or compliance concerns arise.
Ability and willingness to work flexible schedules to support planned construction activities and emergency response.
Working knowledge of applicable electrical codes, safety regulations, and industry standards.
Preferred QualificationsMinimum 5 years of experience working with medium-voltage distribution systems
Qualification in medium voltage switching and tagging procedures.
Experience with contract administration processes including bid development, bid evaluation, RFIs, directives, change orders, and contract modifications.
Familiarity with project scheduling and planning using industry-standard project management software.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document field activities, produce as-built documentation, and effectively communicate technical construction information to project stakeholders.
EducationAssociate's degree in a technical field or equivalent experience is required.
Additional InformationBenefits and Perks: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
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