Contract Production Lead

ArborMetrics Solutions, LLC; Panama City (FL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Medical coverage

Vision coverage

8 paid holidays

401K plan

Maternity leave

Weekly pay

Incentive program

Clothing program

Ongoing training

Job summary

ArborMetrics Solutions (AMS) seeks a Contract Production Lead to oversee outdoor electrical distribution projects, including lines and substations. This hybrid remote role emphasizes safety, independent work, and effective communication with utilities, contractors, and landowners.

The candidate should have URD experience, strong safety mindset, and the ability to manage field crews while navigating complex plans and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• 4+ years field and/or management experience with URD electrical distribution.
• Communication skills for field production and production management.
• Understand safety policies.
• Knowledge of Florida Power and Light applications and construction standards.
• Must live within 45 minutes from FPL assigned service area.
• Must be available for storm response.
• Physically fit to walk uneven terrain and in various weather.
• Basic computer and smartphone skills.
• Desire to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Strong public relations skills and ability to interface with the public.
• Willingness to work alone.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Provide construction oversight on electrical distribution lines and substation projects.
• Interpret complex plans and drawings.
• Attend pre-construction, constructability, and status meetings as directed.
• Manage and oversee production of vendor crews.
• Perform safety audits and report findings; collaborate with crews to mitigate deficiencies.
• Monitor and report to Project Management on status and billing to date.
• Ensure field operations comply with permits.
• Communicate daily with utility client, contractors, landowners, and the public.
• Respond to emergency call-out and storm restoration needs.
• Assume other duties as assigned.

Skills

URD electrical distribution experience

Field and/or management experience

Public interaction & safety

Valid driver’s license

Job description

We are currently seeking a Contract Production Lead to collaborate with large-scale electric distribution construction projects. This is a hybrid remote position, and the candidate must have experience with overhead & underground electrical distribution infrastructure. We are looking for an energetic professional who enjoys working outdoors and values the freedom of working independently. If you enjoy a fast-paced environment and the challenges of a rewarding profession, consider a career in Electrical Distribution Oversight with ArborMetrics (AMS). Some of the most important characteristics of an AMS Contract Production Lead is that you are open-minded and able to engage in safe, constructive interactions with the public. You are accountable for advancing a culture of safety and excellence while providing quality and value to our customers and clients.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Company vehicle with a fuel card for work purposes.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, VOYA, EAP, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
• 8 Paid Holidays
• 401K, sick time and vacation accrual.
• Paid Maternity Leave.
• Weekly Pay Cycle.
• Participation in Performance Incentive and Referral Bonus Program.
• Company-sponsored Boot and Clothing Program.
• Ongoing training and assistance with obtaining industry certifications.
• Benefit eligibility, enrollment timing, waiting periods, and plan availability may vary based on position, employment status, and other applicable requirements.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Provide construction oversite on electrical distribution Lines and Substation construction projects.
• Interpret complex plans and drawings.
• Responsible for attending pre-construction meetings, constructability meetings, and status meetings as directed.
• Manage and oversee production of Vendor crews.
• Perform safety audits on crews and track/report findings. Collaborate with crews to mitigate deficiencies.
• Monitor and report to Project Management on status of construction units estimated and actual billed to date of project.
• Assure that all field operations are in compliance with permits.
• Communicate daily with the utility client, contractors, landowners, and the general public.
• Perform duties in a manner that will promote and maintain good public relations.
• Respond to emergency call-out and storm restoration needs with little advance notice.
• Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE

• 4+ years Field and/or Management experience with URD Electrical Distribution.
• Communication skills pertaining to Field Production and Production Management.
• Understand safety policies.
• Knowledge of Florida Power and Light applications and construction standards.
• Must live within 45 minutes from FPL assigned service area.
• Must be available for Storm response and Area Duty.
• Physically fit to walk uneven terrain and inclement weather.
• Basic computer and Smart Phone skills.
• Desire to work outdoors in various weather conditions and terrain.
• Strong public relation skills/ability to interface with the public.
• Willingness to work alone.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet all company driving safety standards.

WHAT WOULD BE AMAZING TO HAVE

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in environmental science, Construction Management, Building Science, or a degree related to these fields.
• Previous construction crew senior management experience.
• Knowledge of programs such as WMS, StormForce, ADMS, and RSV.
• Line Worker certifications.
• GIS Experience.
• Strong knowledge ANSI & OSHA safety standards.
• Military background.
• Bi-Lingual speaking (English and Spanish).

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work alone in an outdoor field environment; vehicle and foot patrol of utility power lines; remote locations as well as urban, city environment; physical demands and travel from site to site, including walking/hiking on various surfaces including flat, dry, wet, slippery, uneven, rough, steep terrain, hills, and slopes; exposure to noise, dust, grease, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; exposure to hazardous traffic conditions. Reasonable accommodations, if available, may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

PHYSICAL

The team member must have sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a field environment; to walk up to 10 miles per day, stand, sit, and operate a motor vehicle for prolonged periods of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, run, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp and make repetitive hand, arm and shoulder movement in the performance of daily duties (e.g., forcefully beat down brush); carry, push and/or pull light to heavy amounts of weight, frequently lift up to 10 lbs. and occasionally lift up to 60 lbs. (sandbags); to operate assigned equipment and vehicles; ability to verbally communicate to exchange information with public; ability to see and hear in normal range with or without correction; operate assigned field equipment, including handheld computer, range finder, fyrake, water backpack, shovel, and traffic cone.

Company Overview

ArborMetrics Solutions (AMS) is a trusted advisor and collaborative partner, providing expertise and innovative solutions for environmental and construction oversight and vegetation management. Successful professionals at AMS have come from a variety of backgrounds, including forestry, arboriculture, natural resource management, biology, landscape maintenance, horticulture, nursery management, environmental sciences, geology, agriculture, parks & recreation management, urban forestry, geography, and more. For more information visit our websitewww.arbormetrics.com

Applicants must pass a pre-employment drug test and a criminal background check.

All candidates must possess a valid driver's license and have a good driving record.

AMS is an Equal Opportunity and Aff…? EOE/AA: Minority/Female/ Vets/ Disabled.

Important Information for Applicants

• Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC and its family of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.
• If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 3656.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, which include background screening, drug testing, and employment eligibility verification.
• Compensation determination is based on market data, job scope and individual qualifications.
• We offer a competitive total rewards package inclusive of health and welfare and retirement benefits, as well as paid time off and holiday pay benefits.
• Unsolicited resumes without an executed agency agreement become the property of the company.