Manager Transmission & Construction

Career Opportunity

Manager Transmission & Construction

Location: Remote residing in Florida, Ohio or Delaware with travel required to all Chesapeake Utilities business unit locations 

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:

• Provides overall leadership and management of the Construction Services, Transmission
  department and lead all associated resources, including contractors.
• Manages the development of efficient, organized and productive construction work plans to
  facilitate the allocation of internal and external resources.
• Evaluates, improves and standardizes transmission projects life cycle process.
• Establishes priorities and goals and establishing accountability for meeting projected targets.
• Reviews/awards bids for capital projects as well as standard transmission construction
  contracts; analyzes and approves cost estimates.
• Develops, trains, coaches, and conducts performance appraisals of team members within the
  department.
• Creates a positive work culture that aids in team member engagement and retention.
• Ensures Company compliance to Federal, State, Local and other jurisdictional authorities.
• Provides technical guidance to the team and identifies and assists with implementation of new
  or innovative technologies.
• Collaborates with Business Development and Regional Offices on development of large Natural
  Gas capital projects.
• Trains and mentors Field Construction managers within their role regarding new policies, procedures, regulations and methodologies.
• Reviews/approves all documents associated with capital projects, including estimates,
  contractor proposals, designs, schematics.
• Collaborates with other departments in Operation Services to achieve team and company goals.
• Represents the Company at regulatory and trade related organization meetings.
• Collaborates with the Manager of Construction services project status, targeted completion
  dates and additional resources that may be required.
• Participates in updating Operations and Maintenance (O&M Manuals), GIS system, Construction
  Standards, and Service Manuals.
• Ensures all Department's vehicles, equipment and tools are maintained.

Who you are:

• High School Diploma; Associate’s degree preferred
• Seven (7) years related experience
• Valid Driver's License (Class E)
• API1169, American Petroleum Institute, CWI -Certified Welding Institute certifications
• Natural gas pipeline construction experience
• Strong organization
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Leadership skills, mechanical skills, Microsoft Office Suite experience
• Ability to lead by example
• Manage multiple employees and projects
• Ability to work independently as well as with diverse teams

Benefits/what’s in it for you?  

• Flexible work arrangement
• 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.