Gas Distribution Operations Manager

MasTec Utility Services•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Gas Operations Manager provides administrative and technical management for projects and directs field operations through subordinate managers. The position manages field operations and works with customers, senior leaders, and personnel from various other departments. The manager oversees construction projects to ensure they meet design, budget, and schedule requirements; coordinates employees and project personnel; maintains communication with customers and project stakeholders; and monitors project progress, costs, revenue, profitability, and accounts receivable. The role also supervises 3 to 10 supervisors and carries out related employee-management responsibilities. The position operates primarily in a professional office environment, with visits to project sites. It is primarily sedentary, though filing and lifting may be required, including bending and lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

10 years of experience in the Gas Utility industry.
Previous supervisory experience in the gas industry.

Nice To Haves

8 or more years of related Natural Gas Distribution experience, with significant supervisory experience.
OSHA 10 Certification.

Responsibilities

Oversee total construction effort to ensure projects are constructed in accordance with design, budget, and schedule.
Interface with field managers, clients, subcontractors, and owners to assure customer satisfaction.
Plan, coordinate, and/or supervise activities of all operations' employees on assigned projects.
Confer with project personnel to update project schedules on a weekly basis.
Keep direct contact with projects in progress by visiting project sites.
Assist in disputes on all projects, negotiating as required to reach a resolution of construction problems.
Oversee all bid projects, including P&L responsibility and management of fleet assets dedicated to bid projects.
Work with the Office Manager to ensure compliance with all internal reporting deadlines.
Prepare weekly revenue and cost reports.
Prepare and submit invoicing on a weekly basis and work to resolve accounts receivable invoices over 51 days.
Ensure all company, client, and project policies, procedures, and standards are adhered to, and interpret policies as required.
Cultivate and continuously seek to enhance an in-depth understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, standards, and their impact on project activities.
Assist with implementation and interpretation of safety programs.
Liaise with estimating to ensure projects comply with cost, revenue, and schedule requirements.
Examine estimates of material, equipment, production costs, performance requirements, and delivery schedules to ensure completeness and accuracy.
Prepare status reports and modify schedules or plans as required.
Prepare project reports for management, clients, or others, including dollar estimates to complete and variance analysis for significant items.
Analyze projects for adherence to budget and percentage of profitability.
Directly supervise 3 to 10 supervisors.
Train employees; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance; reward and discipline employees; and address complaints or resolve problems according to company policies.
Perform other duties as required and/or assigned.