Design Supervisor

United Utility; New Orleans (LA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

United Utility, headquartered in New Orleans, LA, seeks a Design Supervisor to lead an overhead and underground facilities design team in Woodlands, TX. You’ll guide scope definition, planning, and client meetings, ensuring on-time, quality design deliveries.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, 2 years in distribution or storm hardening design, and strong skills in MS Office and Power BI. You’ll mentor designers, review work, and collaborate with project managers to meet safety

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education and experience
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 years of experience in distribution or storm hardening design
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Power BI)
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills; able to lead meetings

Responsibilities

• Defines the scope of the project in collaboration with leadership, designers, and the client
• Creates a detailed work plan using project management software for the team which identifies and sequences the activities needed to successfully complete design projects
• Determines the resources required to complete projects
• Develops a schedule for project completion according to client and United Utility guidelines
• Reviews the project schedule periodically with the design superintendents and designers to incorporate project activities and revise the schedule accordingly
• Determines the objectives and measures upon which the project will be evaluated at its completion

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Strong communication

Leadership ability

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Power BI

PowerPoint

Job description

About Us

Welcome to United Utility, a dynamic player in the electric utility industry, headquartered in the vibrant city of New Orleans, LA. As a trailblazer, we provide comprehensive and innovative offerings that bolster power infrastructure investments across the U.S. We proudly serve as the parent company to industry-leading utility service contractors specializing in transmission, substation, distribution, and grid hardening projects. Our Core Values are clear and simple: Safety, Quality, Integrity, and Professionalism. At United Utility, we craft power delivery solutions – built safe, engineered smart, and driven by what customers demand - fueling communities with reliable energy. We are the best-in-class, trusted partner delivering customer-centric Power Delivery Construction and Engineering solutions.

About The Role

The Design Supervisor is responsible for managing an overhead and underground facilities design team in Woodlands, TX, including providing ongoing feedback, direction of work, performance evaluations, and training. This supervisor monitors the overall process of design on their team including, but not limited to, overhead design, inventory, pole boring, structural analysis, and construction prints. The incumbent is responsible for quality checking all of team's work and updating team on new project design standards. Additionally, the design supervisor prepares for and attends client engineering and construction meetings.

Key Responsibilities

• Defines the scope of the project in collaboration with leadership, designers, and the client
• Creates a detailed work plan using project management software for the team which identifies and sequences the activities needed to successfully complete design projects
• Determines the resources required to complete projects
• Develops a schedule for project completion according to client and United Utility guidelines
• Reviews the project schedule periodically with the design superintendents and designers to incorporate project activities and revise the schedule accordingly
• Determines the objectives and measures upon which the project will be evaluated at its completion
• Conducts outside meetings with the client to define project scope and submit meeting notes for all client and designated internal staff at pre-construction, pre-engineering, and pre-design stages
• Executes the project according to the project plan by developing forms and records to document project activities including files to ensure that all project information is appropriately documented and secured
• Monitors the progress of the project and make adjustments as necessary to ensure the successful completion of the project
• Reviews the quality of the work completed with the project team on a regular basis to ensure that it meets project standards
• Follows the United Utility safety procedures when out of office and in the field including the pre-job brief and vehicle inspections as well as upholds United Utility guidelines
• Guides the designers through the proper procedures of initiating, designing, and submitting projects and ensures they are on pace with their assigned projects
• Completes one-on-one meetings with designers on a regular basis to provide ongoing feedback
• Participates in meetings with the project manager and superintendents on a regular basis to discuss the projects and relays relevant information to the Design team
• Reviews and approves timesheets
• Identifies and mentors team members interested in leadership roles
• Other duties as assigned

Decision Making

Advises management and staff on resolving design and employee related issues. Prioritizes own work. Exercises judgment within sometimes limited and defined procedures and practices to determine the appropriate action. Assesses the scope of assigned projects, collects data and makes decisions. Erroneous actions detected by client review may cause harm to client relationship and may result in the need for additional resources to correct.

Communication

Engages in internal and external communications with project stakeholders, including superintendents, supervisors, designers, and client engineers.

Scope and Complexity

Works on mid to high complexity projects where judgment is essential for problem-solving and decision-making. Receives minimal instructions on routine work and broad guidelines on new assignments. Autonomy is expected after an initial review period, with management oversight focusing on the project's final outcome.

Supervision of Others

Designers and Lead Designers

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree OR equivalent education and experience,
• High school diploma or Equivalent- required.
• 2 years of experience in distribution or storm hardening design.

Key Nice-TO-Haves

• Proven ability to manage design personnel, including senior designers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, encompassing Excel, Word, Power Point, and Power BI.
• Strong problem-solving skills, organizational abilities, and adeptness in managing evolving standards from diverse clients.
• Demonstrated excellence in communication.
• Experience leading pre-engineering and pre-construction meetings.
• Proficiency in conducting comprehensive work reviews and job closings.

Key Info

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for long periods of time; talk or hear; perform fine motor, hand and finger skills in the use of a keyboard, telephone, or writing. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, and reach with arms. United Utility is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. Join us in shaping the future of sustainable energy solutions!

Accessibility

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