Director of Construction Services

Join our Growing Team and see why Summit Utilities, Inc was named as one of the Fastest Growing Denver Area Private Companies 2019 and 2020; Best Places to Work in Maine 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023; and Best Places to Work in Arkansas 2020 and 2023, Oklahoma 2022 and 2023 and Missouri 2023. Summit was also recently named one of Forbes 2023 America’s Best Small Employers.

Summit is a growing natural gas utility providing safe, reliable and clean burning natural gas service to homes and businesses in Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Missouri, Oklahoma, and Texas. Being part of the Summit team means embracing excellence and innovation, committing to safety each and every day, and doing all that we can to serve each other, our customers and the communities where we live. We aim to bring warmth and energy to everything we do.

Responsible for leading the contract services team through resource planning and providing direction to contract crews, contract inspectors, company supervisors/managers, and company employees while aligning with Summits values. Responsible for ensuring safe and efficient installation of natural gas mains, services, and other facilities. This is accomplished by oversight of the internal team as well as external vendors, making sure all company policies and procedures are followed to ensure regulatory compliance. This position is also responsible for addressing employee concerns and development as well as contract vendor relationship management. Additional relationship management expected by this position includes alignment with engineering, procurement, operations, regulatory, accounts payable and the finance organization. Management of these relationships is key to successful execution of a capital budget of approximately $150 million in annual contract spend.

- Direct a team of managers fulfilling management responsibilities in accordance with the Company’s policies and applicable laws such as hiring; assigning and directing work; providing training; appraising performance, rewarding, and providing corrective action when necessary; assisting in the resolution of employee issues.

- Work directly with the Engineering, Procurement, Operations, Regulatory, Accounts Payable and the Finance Departments to ensure all facilities installed/replaced are safe, efficient, and reliable systems, and that quantities and activities are accurately reported for payment.

- Coordinate with other Business Units to ensure consistent processes and procedures are followed.

- Review all plans for the installation, maintenance, and repair of facilities including gas transmission and distribution lines.

- Ensure the reliable operation of all equipment as applicable.

- Make certain the organization has the resources to successfully manage their projects.

- Drive safety initiatives through modeling a passion for the safety of employees and customers and assisting the corporate and local safety manager in the development and implementation of safety programs.

- Oversee the development and implementation of progression and training for regional management, supervisors, and front-line employees.

- Ensure that the installation and commissioning of projects are compliant with applicable federal, state and industry regulations such as Department of Transportation/Pipeline Hazardous Material Safety Administration and Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations, Public Utility Commission regulations.

- Available to provide support to region management or other Company representatives to enhance community relationships, Public Awareness and Demand Side Management.

- Assist executive management in the assessment of operations/facilities in areas of acquisitions and/or mergers.

Education And Work Experience

- A bachelor’s degree in business management, Engineering, or related field.

- Current in all relevant natural gas training and/or certifications

- Minimum of ten years of experience in the maintenance and operations of natural gas facilities

- Minimum of five years of experience in leadership (management or team lead) role managing others.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

- Extremely knowledgeable in all facets of the installation and operation of a gas distribution system exhibiting the ability to perform operational functions.

- Strong leadership and management skills demonstrated by using appropriate interpersonal styles and methods to guide individuals or groups toward goal achievement.

- Known for ability to work well with others, the position requires a great deal of collaboration with other departments within the Company and with contractors/vendors.

- Exhibits a high-level of personal initiative and motivation to multi-task several assignments simultaneously while adhering to company values and ethics.

- Knowledgeable of federal, state and industry regulations that apply to the gas distribution industry including, but not limited to, the Department of Transportation/Pipeline Hazardous Material Safety Administration, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Arkansas Public Service Commission regulations, etc.

- Comfortable working within the Microsoft Office suite of computer programs.

- Other duties as assigned.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified.

Summit offers competitive pay and medical/dental/vision and other benefits that provide flexibility, choice and support to our employees when they need it most. We understand that home and family are essential pieces of your life, and our benefits are designed to support you both at work and at home.

Summit Utilities, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or veteran status.