Distribution Operations Assistant Supervisor

TRC Companies • TX-San Antonio, TX

1d • $30 - $50 • Onsite

About The Position

Supervise the electric utility distribution design efforts of CPS Energy CD&D Teams and provide support for Project Managers, Supervisors, Managers, and others as appropriate. Responsible for teaming with and/or managing the efforts of a small internal teams of technicians, designers, and/or analysts involved in CPS Energy Distribution Engineering projects.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience with CPS Energy CD&D (Customer Design & Delivery) 1-Phase & 3-Phase Overhead Electric, 1-Phase URD, 3-Phase Underground Electric, and Gas Distribution Designs preferred.
• Utilization of CPS Energy applications, GIS, MicroStation, SAP, and ARM, for Small Commercial, Large Commercial, Multi-Family, Subdivision Development within the CPS Energy CD&D business units.
• Must have 2+ years’ experience as a Distribution Engineer, Designer, Coordinator, or Analyst and familiarity with National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and the CPS Energy Design & Construction Standards.
• Must have a high school diploma (associate or bachelor’s degree in engineering or similar discipline is preferred).
• Valid Driver’s license is required.
• Must be able to travel to support work as necessary.
• Demonstrates supervisory and leadership skills, strong written and oral communication skills, and the ability to effectively market Distribution Engineering services outside the company.
• Expected to provide excellent client service, be innovative, and maintain a high level of integrity.
• Demonstrates strong understanding of electric distribution construction standards and practices
• Able to navigate and fully understand utility and design plans.
• Must have excellent PC skills with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook)
• Must have excellent verbal and written skills.
• Able to communicate and negotiate effectively with clients, outside agencies, their teams, and the public.

Nice To Haves

• MicroStation and/or AutoCAD experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assign and schedule work as required to meet client requirements, assuring the highest quality and most efficient use of resources.
• Reports directly to the Supervisor of the CPS Energy CD&D Team and/or Operations Manager.
• Take a lead role in the continuing growth and development of the CPS Energy CD&D Engineering & Design teams by assisting with hiring employees, marketing services, and providing outstanding service to clients - Detailed and organized Communication and Coordination skills are critical
• Responsible for complete and accurate record keeping of all work performed by their CD&D Engineering & Design teams.
• Responsible for Quality Assurance and Quality Control on all work performed by their CD&D Engineering & Design teams.
• Assist in the preparation of Project Cost Estimates/Bids.
• With the assistance of Distribution Supervisors and Managers, administer company policies, salary administration, training, safety (both company and client specific), employee development, and performance evaluations for the employees in their respective CD&D Engineering & Design teams.
• Approve time sheets and expenses for direct reports.
• Achieve weekly billable goals as defined by the project guidelines (and/or Management) and continuously monitor employee utilization.
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor, Manager, or Director as needed.
• Managing back-office engineering personnel to complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Ability to effectively track and manage reports on progress for multiple projects and various clients
• Assist in the development of training of back-office support for employees.
• Develop a working knowledge of National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and various electric utility construction standards.
• Perform function of a project lead on projects.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part-time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.
• TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED