Supervisor, Construction Ops

The Supervisor of Construction Operations – New Business at Nicor Gas oversees all construction activities related to regional construction of gas distribution mains and services. This role involves leading a team that includes Inspectors, Distribution Plastic Operators, Distribution Plastic Laborers and contractor partners 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. This position is an exciting opportunity for an individual who have a customer-focused mindset and can establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Please be advised that this position will be located out of Elgin Service Center

As our Supervisor, Construction, a typical day might include:

• Oversees construction of underground gas utility infrastructure for residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
• Responsible for capital construction activities on projects that total $10MM-$50MM annually, performed by an average of 6-18 construction crews.
• 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

This might be the job for you if:

• You have the ability to lead teams and influence decisions.
• You possess a thorough knowledge of pipeline contracts to skillfully utilize and negotiate the implementation of contractual terms with external service providers.
• You can promote a team culture that values diversity and where team members are comfortable sharing differing views with the shared goal of providing the most effective, value-added support.
• You have a customer focused critical thinking mindset with a demonstrated ability to learn and become proficient in proposing solutions and completing tasks.
• You have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• You can work across a matrix organization structure with horizontal and vertical teams.

 What you'll bring

Required

Education, Certifications/Licenses: 

• High School Diploma or GED

Required: 

• Valid Driver's License

Preferred: 

• BA/BS degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management
• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or Certified Pipeline Welding Inspector (CPWI) certification
• AMPP CIP-1 certification

Related Work Experience:

Required: 

• 4+ years of experience in industrial or utility construction, engineering, or operations with related degree

OR

• 6+ years of experience with no degree
• Preferred: 4+ years of gas utility construction experience.
• 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

Preferred: 

• 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.

Specific Skills & Knowledge: 

Required:          

• Knowledge of construction management, contract administration, and construction safety
• Basic CPM scheduling
• Intermediate MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SharePoint, GIS, and internal financial an