Construction Field Operations Supervisor - Warrenton

Construction Field Operations Supervisor - Warrenton NOTE: Employees based at our Headquarters are required to work on site a minimum of two days per week. Specific in‑office days may vary by team and business needs. This hybrid schedule supports collaboration, connection, and engagement while also offering flexibility for remote work. The Role Directs and supervises Company and contract construction crews in the construction and maintenance of the pipeline system and oversees other field activities. Day to Day Supervises, performs quality assurance inspections and evaluates field operations, construction personnel in the performance of their assigned tasks and job functions including Operator Qualification procedures as applicable. Responds to a variety of inquiries/concerns initiated by customers, Company personnel or the general public; resolves problems by coordinating necessary resources. Promotes, implements, and monitors safe work practices and conducts safety meetings for appropriate staff. Responds to and evaluates emergency situations, analyzing required action and directing appropriate response; maintains proper emergency response procedure. Pre‑checks construction jobs to analyze need; recommends field design changes as necessary. Coordinates work methods in accordance with Company and regulatory standards; participates in developing changes in standard construction practices or other methods of construction. Meets code and inspection requirements for numerous city, state, county, and federal jurisdictions. Builds and maintains favorable working relationships with other utilities, governmental agencies, contractors, fire officials, and equipment installers/dealers; promotes locate requests and Company notification of pending work with these agencies. Coordinates with internal departments including Codes & Compliance, Customer Acquisition, Rates/Regulatory, Gas Supply, Field Operations, Resource Management and others to ensure engineering standards are followed and to assist in daily support operations as necessary. Serves as the liaison to Customer Acquisition department to provide solutions to issues that impact customer growth. Responds to customer/public inquiries, translates customer needs into service goals, communicating information to work teams for implementation. Develops staffing needs and participates in employee selection processes. Analyzing costs/benefits; continuously evaluates cost reduction and revenue enhancement opportunities. Implements corporate vision and strategy into team goals and priorities, measuring and evaluating results at direction of Construction Manager. Manages, facilitates, and evaluates team development, work processes and technical expertise, technical job knowledge and personal skill development. Demonstrates appropriate leadership and decision‑making behaviors; maintains technical job knowledge and personal skill development. Develops, trains, and mentors individual and team members with documentation and ongoing performance feedback; recognizes accomplishments and provides cross‑training opportunities. Supports Company’s commitment to a culture of safe work practices. Participate as a subject matter expert for external audit preparation, data gathering in order to demonstrate compliance. Adheres to and promotes the philosophies and directives of the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Qualifications Minimum of 7 years of current experience in gas field operations (includes a minimum of 3 years in leadership role) and/or technical equipment training, training or quality assurance) or equivalent of experience/education. Knowledge and practical application of Field Construction & Maintenance Manual, knowledge of emergency response procedures, Collective Bargaining Agreement, Construction Standards for municipalities, Federal Pipeline Safety Rules, OHSA Regulations, and Operator Qualifications. Ability to access and use computer technology and Company software. Verbal communication skills, including the ability to apply group facilitation techniques and make group presentations. Written communication skills, including technical documentation and report writing abilities. Demonstrated skill and ability in delegating and coordinating employee activities consistent with Company strategy to balance customer satisfaction with shareholder value. Personal availability to respond immediately to emergency situations and staffing requirements. Skill and commitment to coach and develop employees. Ability and commitment to continue to develop personal skills and technical knowledge. What we offer Health & Wellness – Rich health insurance benefits with competitive employer contribution Free access to an online wellness resources platform Work Life Balance – Up to 23 Vacation Days 80 Hours of Sick Time 10 paid holidays and 3 floating holidays 3 weeks paid parental leave Be part of a workplace where your voice matters. Engage with our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Council, and a variety of Employee Resource Groups that support community and growth. 1500 sq foot exercise facility and secure bike room Meaningful annual incentive bonus opportunity in addition to base salary Competitive 401K company contribution and match 15% discount on NW Natural stock through Employee Stock Purchase Program Up to $5250 a year in tuition reimbursement Wellness incentive program Discounts – 20% off natural gas service Up to 30% discount at NW Natural Appliance Center TriMet Pass for all HQ employees Generous discounts with Verizon & AT&T Wireless Base salary range: $110,250.00 – $157,100.00 per year, depending on qualifications Annual Target Incentive: Supervisor, 12.0% target. Targets are calculated using eligible earnings during plan year participation. Payout, if earned, is based on company and individual performance for each plan year and may range from 0% – 200% of target. Targets are subject to change in subsequent plan years. Must be employed by September 30 in order to receive any prorated payout. We are a drug‑free workplace and we comply with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act and Department of Transportation regulations. NW Natural participates in E‑Verify. Individuals hired will have their Form I‑9 information submitted to E‑Verify. NW Natural participates in E‑Verify. Individuals hired will have their Form I‑9 information submitted to E‑Verify. E‑Verify is an Internet―based system that compares information from an employee’s Form I‑9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility. NW Natural is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and embrace our candidates’ diversity and take affirmative action to employ and advance individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions), national origin, marital status, genetic information, and all other legally protected characteristics. We forbid discrimination and harassment in the workplace based on any protected status or characteristic. A criminal history is not an automatic bar to employment with NW Natural. Instead, we make individualized assessments regarding qualifications and backgrounds. NW Natural is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. 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