Senior Supervisor, Damage Prevention

About us

National Grid is hiring a Senior Supervisor in our Gas Operations - Damage Prevention departmetment in our Schenecdaty, NY office.

Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live.

The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating, and our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry.

To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business.

Job Purpose

National Grid Damage Prevention Department oversees the protection of our underground Gas & Electric asset. The successful candidate will direct NG contractors to provide location services and other utilities services. In addition, provide an oversight of Third-Party Excavators and other external stakeholders.

Key Accountabilities

Coordinating with other Company Departments necessary to support Damage Prevention activities. Coordinate the daily activities of contactors performing underground electric and gas facilities locating service

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Develop action plans to educate Third-Party Contractors to follow NYS Code Rule 753 Safe Digging Practices to protect underground electric and gas asset- s

Monitor Third-Party Excavators construction site- s

Assure compliance with all Federal, State, Local and Company safety and environmental guidelines. laws and regulation- s

Support Damage Prevention initiate- s

Experience with GIS, Docuware, CS- S

Experience with Electric and Gas Work Methods and required Operator Qualifications (OQs- )

Respond for all 1st, 2nd and 3rd party damage investigations and prepare timely damage investigation reports- .

Verify the accuracy of contractor invoicing- .

Participate in UDIG-NY meetings to represent the Company- .

Interface with local Public Service Commission staff- .

On-Call Suppor- t

Qualifications

2-year degree in electrical or mechanical engineering, civil engineering, construction management or 5 years work experience in the Damage Prevention Industry. Supervisory experience preferred

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Must have knowledge of underground electric and gas facilities locating, gas construction and familiar with NYS Code Rule 753, Protection of Underground Facilities- .

Strong verbal and communication skills include the ability to work in a team atmosphere- .

Ability to read and interpret construction prints, drawings, including GIS prints, and Gas Service Cards- .

Demonstrated strong commitment to worker safety- .

Maintain a non-restricted driver's license- .

Proficient in Microsoft Office Program- s

Salary

$112,000 - $131,000 a year

Please be advised that due to the nature of this position, incumbents are subject to federal Drug & Alcohol safety regulations governing US Department of Transportation ("DOT") covered positions, including the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and Pipeline Hazardous Material Safety Administration (PHMSA). As such, the Company’s testing programs and policies regarding the use of federally prohibited drugs or alcohol, for recreational or medical purposes, will remain in effect for these safety-sensitive, DOT covered positions.

National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144.

This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.

National Grid is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of protected class. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. National Grid maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Our employment practices are designed to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly and with respect throughout the hiring process and during employment. National Grid complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, and we encourage a culture of respect for all.

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