Lead Supervisor - Gas Ops Distribution

Iberdrola•Geneva, NY

3d•$116,000 - $145,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Supervisor manages the daily activities of supervisors and employees responsible for gas construction and maintenance. The role oversees company employees and contractor crews working on the construction, operation, and maintenance of gas distribution systems, ensuring system integrity, public safety, compliance with construction standards and approved policies and procedures, and adherence to budgets and safety rules. The position provides administrative and managerial supervision to field supervisors and bargaining-unit employees, and may work with internal and external customers to resolve concerns and support customer satisfaction. The role also mentors supervisors, supports their skill and leadership development, and strengthens succession planning. It oversees construction office operations and support budget management, coordinates with public agencies as needed, and may support technical services with new construction and plant rebuilds. The position is based in an office in Geneva, New York, and requires availability to respond after hours to storms, emergencies, and critical assignments.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED with 10 years of relevant experience, or an associate degree with a preferred minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, or a bachelor's degree with a preferred minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
Knowledge of gas work and construction.
Knowledge of gas distribution construction and maintenance, labor agreements, safety manuals, leak detection methods, procedures, and instrumentation.
Knowledge of industry codes, including NEC, NESC, Hazmat, and OSHA.
Valid driver's license.
Must be available to respond after hours for storms, emergencies, and critical assignments.
Demonstrated supervisory and leadership skills.
Good oral and written communication skills.
Self-directed work skills, with an emphasis on multitasking.
Computer skills applicable to MS Word, MS Excel, SAP, and MS Outlook.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Results- and customer-service-oriented.

Nice To Haves

Various DOT Operator Qualifications may be required.

Responsibilities

Plan and oversee gas department work, supervising safe and efficient daily field activities of company and contractor construction crews.
Resolve customer issues as needed and assist Technical Services with new construction and rebuilding existing plants.
Work with the Public Service Commission and local government agencies.
Schedule line or street crew work, assess project scope, assign crews with appropriate skills, arrange special equipment, and ensure materials are available.
Administer damage claims and billing, leak reports, timesheets, store orders, job kitting, work order balancing, and material reviews.
Ensure compliance with safety rules and regulations, standards of excellence, service guarantees, and applicable requirements; monitor gas-record accuracy for audits.
Oversee construction office operations and support budget management.
Coordinate department activities with local and state highway officials when needed.
Align work practices to promote consistency and flexibility among work groups.
Supervise emergency restoration.
Coordinate safety training, documentation, inspections, and accident investigations.
Administer labor-relations contracts and communications when responsible for them.
Conduct employee evaluations for the annual performance appraisal process when applicable.
Mentor supervisors and support employee growth, leadership development, and succession planning.