Utility Locate Manager

Lake Superior Consulting•Eagle Lake, MN

1d•$85,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Lake Superior Consulting (LSC) is seeking a Utility Locate Manager to join our growing team! The Utility Locate Manager provides leadership, management, and business development for utility line locating and leak detection services for LSC. This individual will also provide the team with operational controls, administrative and reporting procedures, and financial oversight. The Utility Manager will work to effectively grow the services and ensure financial strength and operating efficiency. This is a critical leadership role responsible for the management of project logistics necessary to complete field work safely. This individual will be overseeing a team with direct reports within our Integrity Management Department. At LSC, you’ll join a collaborative, down-to-earth culture where people genuinely care about one another and the work we do. We take pride in our strong team dynamic, open communication, and shared commitment to doing the right thing for our clients, our communities, and each other.

Requirements

Previous supervisory experience required.
Strong computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Access.
Strong public speaking skills.
Ability to learn new material quickly.
Attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in utility line locating and leak detection preferred.
Project management experience preferred.
Proven track record of growing business and developing teams.
Oil & gas pipeline or related industry experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership, management, and business development for utility line locating and leak detection services.
Provide operational controls, administrative and reporting procedures, and financial oversight.
Effectively grow services and ensure financial strength and operating efficiency.
Manage project logistics necessary to complete field work safely.
Oversee a team with direct reports within the Integrity Management Department.
Develop processes to guide field professionals in proper execution of their daily tasks.
Be responsible for the leadership and professional development of Supervisors within the business unit.
Drive safety within the business unit to avoid injury.
Develop and implement long-term goals and objectives to achieve the successful outcome of the program and ensure they align with LSC’s vision of being known for REAL asset Integrity Management (IM) solutions among companies who believe in INTEGRITY.
Support in the development and manage an operating plan and budget.
Ensure that operations activities comply with all relevant legislative, professional, and industry standards, as well as incorporate best practices to improve the IM program.
Evaluate risk associated with proposals, work performed, and reports submitted by IM.
Ensure that workforce is consistent with financial measures such as backlog, in-play opportunities, and prospects.
Oversee and participate in the hiring of new employees.
Ensure the Utilities Team complies with company policies.
Ensure a solid department safety record is maintained by demonstrating health and safety as a priority for self and team.
Support and assist training execution for technicians.
Work with other supervisors, schedulers, and business lines to efficiently staff and oversee projects.
Communicate project scopes, schedules, performance objectives.
Ensure proper completion of site safety meetings (Tailgate) and daily performance of JSA’s and hazards evaluation to provide feedback and support, as required.
Make recommendations for equipment and participate in annual budgeting process.
Work with Auditor/Trainer to make recommendations for training and certifications for technicians.
Maintain and ensure OQ records for reports are up to date and onsite.
Ensure customer satisfaction by working directly with them in monthly/quarterly meetings.
Ensure company KPI(s) are achieved by the team.