Construction Operations Supervisor

Essential Utilities, Inc.•Coldwater, MS

About The Position

The Construction Operations Supervisor oversees construction of gas distribution facilities and related projects, including resource management and customer involvement. The role monitors work to ensure safe, effective, and efficient operations and compliance with applicable Peoples (PNG), PUC, state, federal, and pipeline safety rules and regulations. The position focuses on construction in the Eastern Region/Johnstown, with a listed location of Ginger Hill/Waynesburg. The supervisor plans and monitors pipeline construction work, manages crews and support personnel, oversees contractors and project costs, and supports employee and contractor safety and development. The role also handles customer and other complaints, assists with audits and investigations, and ensures projects meet safety, productivity, schedule, and budget goals.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in gas distribution pipeline construction or related experience.
Supervisory or crew leader experience.
Understanding of PUC, CFR, and/or DOT regulations.
Demonstrated success in a leadership role.
Demonstrated success in systems and project management.
Knowledge of applicable systems, such as transmission, distribution, piping, storage, SCADA, and customer service; SOPs; practices and procedures; and federal, state, and PUC regulations.
Exceptional skills with Microsoft software and required compliance and/or tracking applications and systems.
Strong planning, organizational, project, and systems management skills.
Ability to effectively manage costs, personnel, and schedules.
Solid leadership, team-building, and written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to manage conflict, solve problems, motivate others, and lead change.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Management, or a similar field.

Responsibilities

Supervise construction projects to ensure safe, productive, and timely completion.
Plan, schedule, assign, and monitor the work of pipeline construction crews and support personnel.
Pre- and post-inspect jobs and provide safety observations, including oversight of equipment and vehicle maintenance and repairs.
Resolve design problems and material discrepancies.
Monitor contractor activities and project expenses, including reviewing and approving invoices.
Ensure proper work methods and safety precautions are followed, including appropriate use of SOPs and applicable guidelines and regulations.
Resolve customer, union, and other complaints in a timely manner and in compliance with SOPs and applicable guidelines and regulations.
Use GIS and SAP or related applications.
Act as a point of contact for federal and state audits and investigations.
Monitor budget goals and control spending and overtime within approved levels.
Advise, provide, and/or assist with technical and safety training and employee and contractor development.
Supervise employee productivity, including performance management of non-union direct reports.
Determine appropriate installation methods and estimate costs for pipeline installation projects.