Supervisor, Contract Construction Operations (Gas Utility)

Delta Utilities Services•New Orleans, LA

About The Position

This role can be domiciled in New Orleans, La or Gulfport, MS JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE Provides general business and technical expertise to coordinate and support contract work activities within the framework of the company’s contracting process. Supervises inspector(s) to ensure compliance with standards, procedures, and contracts. Acts as a liaison between operations, contractors, various internal workgroups, and external clients to facilitate delivery of services. Develop operations solutions, prepare reports, perform studies, initiate special projects, and make recommendations to management on continuous process improvement and optimal utilization of contract resources.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field. In lieu of a degree, an equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible experience in construction operations, contract management, or utility infrastructure will be considered.
Requires a minimum of 7 years of experience in natural gas operations.
Able to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, listening ability, sound judgment, tact, and business acumen to communicate effectively with clients, vendors, and designated persons across various segments of business units
Able to demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills
Able to solve problems with logical solutions and make sound decisions, sometimes in stressful situations
Able to use personal computer software proficiently, such as word processing, spreadsheets, database managers, and electronic mail
Able to prioritize and schedule tasks, pay attention to detail, and demonstrate good organizational skills
Able to work and participate successfully in a team environment to accomplish assignments
Able to demonstrate and apply knowledge of standards and procedures
Able to manage time effectively, handle multiple tasks and priorities, operate under general direction, and develop own work methods as required, yet follow standard procedures and determine when management is to be consulted on unusual situations
Able to demonstrate sound knowledge of SAP, CCS, GIS, Mobile Data and File Net
Able to demonstrate proficiency in SAP Workflow on payment of invoices.
Able to provide a valid state driver's license, present and maintain a good driving record, and operate company vehicles safely and in compliance with applicable laws and company policies.
As a safety sensitive position, compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) and Pipeline & Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) drug and alcohol regulations is required, including but not limited to pre-employment drug testing and background screening.
Able to exert up to 50 lb of force occasionally and/or a minimal amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects.
Able to use a variety of hand tools and power tools, including picks, shovels, sharp-shooters, pipe wrenches, pipe cutters, bolt cutters, pavement saws, jack hammers, air guns, etc.
Able to operate a motor vehicle and heavy equipment and enter and exit vehicles unassisted.
Able to operate a personal computer, either desktop or laptop.
Able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch for extended periods of time.
Able to exert routine physical effort daily.
Able to work a varied schedule with projects and deadlines, requiring the ability to meet changing demands.
Able to handle emergency situations, including possible exposure to explosive environments on occasion.
Able to respond to callouts and occasionally return to work while off duty.
Able to be included in random drug screen pool required for DOT safety sensitive positions.
Able to work in an office environment and at outside field locations and able to tolerate exposure to all weather conditions.
Able to travel outside the primary work location to field locations, remote areas, conferences, and/or meetings, occasionally overnight and in any weather conditions.

Responsibilities

Supervise contract work activities to ensure compliance with standards, procedures, and contracts
Assist with proper assignment and completion of contract work
Provide support with process issues to optimize contract work
Resolve billing disputes or other issues within approval level
Provide support with the administration of blanket contracts, which may include, but is not limited to, bid solicitation, overall pricing unit comparison, and field visits to ensure proper application of defined pricing units
Assign contract work to get the maximum competitive advantage based on best practices, sound decision making, and prudent risk management
Distribute work in a manner that is fair and equitable to Delta Utilities and service providers
Discuss quality or non-compliance issues with service providers as required
Recommend solutions to operational issues to improve the efficiency of existing processes
Maintain open dialogue with districts and engineering to provide necessary contract resources
Work with contractors and inspectors to prioritize high profile or special work activities
Provide interpretation of contract units to ensure consistency and fairness
Coordinate or support coordination of emergency response efforts, as necessary
Respond to regulatory concerns, customer issues, or claims arising out of contract activities
Monitor effectiveness of contract compliance processes and make recommendations for enhancements to improve effectiveness
Conduct or coordinate on-site incident investigations