Description
Job Summary
To lead construction operations in executing the delivery of safe, reliable, efficient natural gas distribution service. Assumes overall responsibility for compliance with Federal and State regulations, as well as best industry practices. Drives excellence through continuous improvement in all aspects of construction operations. As a member of the operations management team, leads the implementation and execution of operational initiatives, building consistency and collaboration across the organization. Provides direction, clarity, coaching and performance management to a team of front-line leaders, contractors, and field employees to ensure the highest level and quality of customer service at the lowest cost.
Essential Functions
To lead construction operations in executing the delivery of safe, reliable, efficient natural gas distribution service. Assumes overall responsibility for compliance with Federal and State regulations, as well as best industry practices. Drives excellence through continuous improvement in all aspects of construction operations. As a member of the operations management team, leads the implementation and execution of operational initiatives, building consistency and collaboration across the organization. Provides direction, clarity, coaching and performance management to a team of front-line leaders, contractors, and field employees to ensure the highest level and quality of customer service at the lowest cost.
Essential Functions
- Safe and reliable local delivery of natural gas service.
- Informed and motivated/committed workforce.
- Strong leadership team that achieves results, while increasing in capabilities.
- A performance-based culture.
- Productive relationships with key stakeholders.
- Increased operational efficiency.
- Results that meet or exceed established goals.
- Financial targets, including O&M and capital that are met or exceeded.
- Continuous improvement in all aspects of construction operations.
- Establishes a culture of safety for internal and contracted employees.
- Ensures pipeline facilities are installed in compliance with all applicable codes and standards.
- Coaches and develops front-line leader performance, supporting and holding them accountable through effective performance management (i.e., establishing performance standards, driving accountability, coaching performance and development, effectively delegating, providing feedback, and recognizing and rewarding results).
- Leads the identification, planning, development and implementation of change initiatives, to increase operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Promotes collaboration and consistency throughout operations.
- Manages towards aggressive financial, safety, and operational goals by partnering with Field Operations, Engineering and other Technical Operations functions.
- Leads and manages capital construction, improving capital spending efficiency and return on invested capital.
- Leads construction strategies.
- Required Qualifications for Position
Experience working with pipeline contractors.
- 1-3 years Two (2) years of leadership experience.
- Demonstrated performance ability
- Building Trust
- Facilitating Change
- Building Strategic Working Relationships
- Coaching
- Collaboration
- Strategic Decision Making
- Aligning Performance for Success
- Extensive knowledge of construction operations and construction policies, programs and practices.
- Demonstrated strong negotiating and influencing skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with various individuals and functions across the organization.
- Understanding of budgeting processes.
- Demonstrated knowledge of construction contracts, including both the Units and T&E
- Broad familiarity with PC applications
- Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
- Familiarity with Capital and O&M budgeting processes.
- DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State Upon Hire
Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position
- API 1169
- CWI or CWPI (Certified Welding Inspector or Certified Pipeline Welding Inspector)
- NACE CP1 or higher
- Experience managing contract inspection staff, including general, coating, and welding inspectors
- Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI Upon Hire
Contact
Nisource, Inc.
801 E 86th Ave
Merrillville
Indiana United States
www.nisource.com
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