Supervision, Construction Support

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

 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
  • High School Diploma or GED

 What you'll bring

Required

Education, Certifications/Licenses: 

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
  • 4+ years of gas utility construction experience.

 Preferred:

• 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
• 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 / fl