Supervision, Construction Support

Southern Company•Atlanta, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Supervisor of Construction at Southern Company Gas oversees construction activities related to major large gas distribution and transmission projects, as well as regional construction of gas distribution mains and services. This role involves leading a team that includes Project Coordinators, and other construction personnel responsible for executing gas utility infrastructure projects. The Supervisor ensures that financial and operational goals are met while maintaining high standards of quality and safety. Natural Gas is an essential part of America’s Energy mix and a trusted energy source for more than 70 million homes and businesses. This position is an exciting opportunity for persons who have a customer-focused mindset and can establish and maintain effective working relationships. As our Supervisor, Construction, a typical day might include: Manages a team of Project Coordinators who oversees the administrative responsibilities for construction of underground gas utility infrastructure for residential, commercial, and industrial properties. Ensure all needed approvals, internal and external, are provided so construction can begin at the required schedule. Responsible for capital construction activities on projects that total $10MM-$50MM annually. Reviews and approves highly complex statements of work, work orders, change orders, and invoices in accordance with authorization approval policies. Monitors monthly and annual capital and operating expense budgets and implements cost control within a functional and/or geographical area

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Valid Driver's License
4+ years of experience in industrial or utility construction, engineering, or operations with related degree OR 6+ years of experience with no degree
4+ years of gas utility construction experience.
Knowledge of construction management, contract administration, and construction safety
Basic CPM scheduling
Strong MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, GIS, and internal financial and/or work management applications
Advanced interpretation of design drawings, specifications, and flow interruption plans
Effective written and verbal communication with supervision, contractors, inspectors, public, management, and company leadership
Intermediate knowledge of gas industry and OSHA regulations and their impact on construction processes
Intermediate knowledge of piping construction techniques, welding, NDE, excavation, compaction, coating, inspection, pressure testing, pigging/cleaning; basic knowledge of tapping/stopping, purging, operating routines / isolation procedures / flow interruption plans

Nice To Haves

BA/BS degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management
Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or Certified Pipeline Welding Inspector (CPWI) certification
AMPP CIP-1 certification
Demonstrated success in supporting multiple large projects or construction operations with an annual value of $10MM-$50MM
Demonstrated success in leading small projects up to $5MM
Front line leadership experience including recruiting, hiring, training, and performance management
Company construction experience
Gas utility construction experience
Background in steel piping installation, inspection, or oversight
Contract management and administration experience
Applicant may possess a combination of equivalent education and work experience.

Responsibilities

Manages a team of Project Coordinators who oversees the administrative responsibilities for construction of underground gas utility infrastructure for residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
Ensure all needed approvals, internal and external, are provided so construction can begin at the required schedule.
Responsible for capital construction activities on projects that total $10MM-$50MM annually.
Reviews and approves highly complex statements of work, work orders, change orders, and invoices in accordance with authorization approval policies.
Monitors monthly and annual capital and operating expense budgets and implements cost control within a functional and/or geographical area.