Construction Field Manager

Location: Florida What makes us great:

At the heart of our Company is a dedication to delivering energy that drives progress. We put people first, work to keep them safe and build trusting relationships.

What You’ll Be Working On…

- Managing construction inspection and ensuring that facilities are installed and documented according to applicable standards.

- Scheduling and managing company and contractor personnel on site. Ensuring cost effective use of company and contractor personnel on “Time and Material” and “Not to Exceed” jobs.

- Representing Chesapeake Utilities with governmental representatives and managing compliance with construction permits. Managing public relations on and near construction sites.

- Meeting construction deadlines.

- Approving change orders and payment to vendors based on spending authority.

- Ensuring safety and environmental compliance on construction site. Ensuring that CUC, State, and Federal safety requirements are maintained.

- Ensuring all Capital Projects and Pipeline facilities are installed to Chesapeake Utilities and DOT specification.

- Assisting in cost estimates for construction projects and providing information to project manager for project budgeting, forecasting, and scheduling.

- Providing project timeline estimates. Determining least cost alternatives for projects. Procuring material off of material lists.

- Conducting frequent job update meetings and supply status reports.

- Analyzing and organizing pipeline data and records.

- Completing and filing essential documentation. Generating prints or drawings for construction projects as required.

- Generating and filing as-built drawings. Directing CAD operator in the development of as built and final construction drawings.

- Reviewing proposed State/Utility construction plans and accurately determining the company’s pipeline involvement.

- Assisting in training for Operator Qualification Program. Evaluating and qualifying company personnel in accordance with company OQ Program within areas of expertise.

- Coordinating repairs or preventative maintenance to pipeline facilities.

- Assisting in implementation of Pipeline Integrity Plan.

- Performing other duties as required.

Who You Are...

- You hold a High School Diploma plus Associate's Degree in Construction management, Engineering, or equivalent combination of education, knowledge and experience.

- You have five to ten years of related work experience.

- You are proficient in the use of standard business software (Microsoft Suite).

- You possess conscientious work ethic.

- You are a supervisor with effective communication and active listening skills, a creative and passionate team player and problem solver.

- You have the ability to prioritize and adapt in order to compete projects and requirements.

- You have a high degree of oral and written communication skills.

- You possess a valid Driver’s License.

- You have extensive experience (5 years minimum preferred) in system operations, inspection, and construction practices.

- You are preferably certified in welding inspection and pipeline tapping/stopple.

- You have advanced knowledge of pipeline system operations.

- You have advanced knowledge of design codes and specifications (49 CFR Part 192, ASME, API, etc.).

- You have advanced design of pipeline facilities (mains, service, valves sites, M&R Stations, etc.).

Where you'll be working:

- May require extensive travel to support project locations.

- Both in the office and outside field environments.

- Requires walking jobsites and ability to lift 50 pounds.

- Working with and around highly flammable substances at pressures in excess of 500 PSIG.

Benefits/what’s in it for you?

- Competitive base salary

- Fantastic opportunities for career growth

- Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere

- Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities

- Monthly recognition events

- Endless wellness initiatives and community events

- Robust and customizable benefit packages-choose what works best with your life. Options include generous 401k, medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and MORE!

- Paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time!

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability that need assistance applying for a position may email careers@chpk.com.