Construction Field Manager

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Annual bonus and salary increases

401k and comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is seeking a Construction Field Manager to support Delmarva and Ohio locations as needed. The role involves managing construction inspection, scheduling on-site personnel, and ensuring facilities are installed to DOT and company specifications.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and an associate's degree in construction management or related field, 5–10 years of relevant experience, and strong supervisory and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma plus Associate's Degree in Construction management, Engineering, or equivalent combination of education, knowledge and experience.
• Five to ten years of related work experience.
• Proficient in the use of standard business software (Microsoft Suite).
• Must have a conscientious work ethic and strong supervisory and communication skills.
• Experience in pipeline operations, inspection, and construction practices is preferred.
• Welding inspection and pipeline tapping/stopple certification are a plus.
• Advanced knowledge of pipeline systems operations and design codes/specifications.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction inspection and ensure facilities are installed per applicable standards.
• Schedule and manage company and contractor personnel on site.
• Represent Chesapeake Utilities with government entities and manage permits compliance.
• Meet construction deadlines and approve change orders and vendor payments.
• Ensure safety and environmental compliance on construction sites; maintain regulations.
• Assist in cost estimates and project budgeting, forecasting, and scheduling.
• Provide project timeline estimates and determine least-cost options; procure materials.
• Coordinate CAD drawings and as-built documentation; supervise CAD staff.
• Review proposed plans to determine pipeline involvement and perform training on OQ program.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

Associate's Degree in Construction Management

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAD software

Job description

Construction Field Manager

Supporting Delmarva, Ohio as needed

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...

• Managing construction inspection and ensuring that facilities are installed and documented according to applicable standards.
• Scheduling and managing company and contractor personnel on site. Ensuring cost effective use of company and contractor personnel on "Time and Material" and "Not to Exceed" jobs.
• Representing Chesapeake Utilities with governmental representatives and managing compliance with construction permits. Managing public relations on and near construction sites.
• Meeting construction deadlines.
• Approving change orders and payment to vendors based on spending authority.
• Ensuring safety and environmental compliance on construction site. Ensuring that CUC, State, and Federal safety requirements are maintained.
• Ensuring all Capital Projects and Pipeline facilities are installed to Chesapeake Utilities and DOT specification.
• Assisting in cost estimates for construction projects and providing information to project manager for project budgeting, forecasting, and scheduling.
• Providing project timeline estimates. Determining least cost alternatives for projects. Procuring material off of material lists.
• Conducting frequent job update meetings and supply status reports.
• Analyzing and organizing pipeline data and records.
• Completing and filing essential documentation. Generating prints or drawings for construction projects as required.
• Generating and filing as-built drawings. Directing CAD operator in the development of as built and final construction drawings.
• Reviewing proposed State/Utility construction plans and accurately determining the company's pipeline involvement.
• Assisting in training for Operator Qualification Program. Evaluating and qualifying company personnel in accordance with company OQ Program within areas of expertise.
• Coordinating repairs or preventative maintenance to pipeline facilities.
• Assisting in implementation of Pipeline Integrity Plan.
• Performing other duties as required.

Who you are...

• You hold a High School Diploma plus Associate's Degree in Construction management, Engineering, or equivalent combination of education, knowledge and experience.
• You have five to ten years of related work experience.
• You are proficient in the use of standard business software (Microsoft Suite).
• You possess conscientious work ethic.
• You are a supervisor with effective communication and active listening skills, a creative and passionate team player and problem solver.
• You have the ability to prioritize and adapt in order to compete projects and requirements.
• You have a high degree of oral and written communication skills.
• You possess a valid Driver's License.
• You have extensive experience (5 years minimum preferred) in system operations, inspection, and construction practices.
• You are preferably certified in welding inspection and pipeline tapping/stopple.
• You have advanced knowledge of pipeline system operations.
• You have advanced knowledge of design codes and specifications (49 CFR Part 192, ASME, API, etc.).
• You have advanced design of pipeline facilities (mains, service, valves sites, M&R Stations, etc.).

Where you'll be working:

• May require extensive travel to support project locations.
• Both in the office and outside field environments.
• Requires walking jobsites and ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Working with and around highly flammable substances at pressures in excess of 500 PSIG.

Benefits/what's in it for you?

• 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 [e-mail].

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