Senior Damage Prevention Supervisor, Gas Field Operations
About The Position
National Grid is hiring for Damage Prevention Supervisor(s) in Staten Island, NY. Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live. The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating and our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry. To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent industry experience.
- Expert knowledge of underground facility locating, gas construction, and transmission & distribution construction.
- Demonstrated experience leading teams involved in field operations and contractor oversight.
- Strong understanding of NYS Code Rule 753 – Protection of Underground Facilities.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, GIS prints, and work orders.
- Valid, non‑restricted driver’s license.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with Power BI dashboards or similar business intelligence tools preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise Damage Prevention activities in Downstate, including daily oversight of Damage Prevention inspectors and contractor locate and mark operations.
- Supervise the daily locate and mark activities of contractors locating National Grid gas facilities.
- Monitor contractor crew performance to ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and in compliance with Company standards and NYS Code Rule 753.
- Respond to first‑, second‑, and third‑party damage investigations and ensure timely, accurate, and complete damage investigation reports.
- Perform systematic field audits to verify locate accuracy, mark completeness, and contractor compliance.
- Work with DP Advisor staff and Ticket Risk Assessment programs to prioritize and visit the highest‑risk 811 tickets.
- Leverage performance reports, analytical summaries, and visual dashboards (e.g., Power BI or similar tools) to monitor Damage Prevention performance, excavation risk, contractor trends, and compliance metrics.
- Promotes team effectiveness by communicating expectations, delegating responsibilities, and providing support and structure.
- Use data and trend analysis to identify repeat locations, systemic issues, and emerging excavation risks.
- Apply analytical insights to prioritize field resources, guide intervention strategies, and reduce repeat and preventable damages.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced operational environment.
- Ensure compliance with all Federal, State, Local, and Company safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
- Support NYS Code Rule 753 compliance through accurate investigations, documentation, and audit readiness.
- Act as a primary point of contact for internal stakeholders including Damage Prevention leadership, Field Operations, Construction, Contractor Oversight, QA/QC, Billing & Collections, Gas Emergency Response, and Dispatch.
- Support accurate billing, invoicing, and cost recovery by ensuring damage investigation data is complete, timely, and defensible.
- Build strong working relationships with internal and external partners to align operational execution with Damage Prevention objectives.
Benefits
- Salary commensurate with location and experience
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
