Underground Gas Pipeline Construction Specialist I

Chesapeake Utilities Corp.; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Salary increase opportunities

Wellness initiatives

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is seeking a Construction Specialist I to oversee construction activities for its natural gas distribution pipeline system in Dover, DE. You will ensure compliance with company policies and all applicable codes, review field performance, and monitor contractor work while maintaining safety and environmental standards.

The role focuses on low-complexity projects up to $2 million, requiring strong documentation, collaboration with the Project Manager, and the

Qualifications

• Three (3) years’ experience in underground utility construction.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Maintains Operator Qualifications (OQ).
• Knowledge of operator qualification requirements that are necessary in the field.
• Knowledge of safety rules, regulations and procedures including Construction Standards and O&M Manuals.
• Knowledge of safe operation of tools and equipment, PPE and OSHA regulations.
• Knowledge of basic principles of natural and propane gases.
• Knowledge of mapping standards and practices.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office products.
• High level of concise, clear, and objective written and oral communications.
• Working history of reviewing craft skills certificates (PE fusion and welder qualifications with OQ program) and witness on site testing.
• Establishes strong business relationships with customers and outside contractors.
• Recognizes symptoms and practical solutions to field problems.
• Acts as a liaison between Company and federal/state inspectors when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Oversees, reviews, and verifies that all construction related activities involving Chesapeake Utilities natural gas distribution pipeline systems and related facilities meet Company policies and standards as well as all appropriate federal, state, and local code requirements.
• Provides written documentation and complete reports, including corrective recommendations to work in the field and in procedures and policies where necessary.
• Works closely with Project Manager to ensure that all projects are appropriately reviewed, monitored, and verified.
• Ensures that business relationships with outside contractors and third parties are professional, constructive, and beneficial to all parties.
• Represents the Company’s values in its interactions with all internal and external parties.
• Verifies that external parties are qualified and certified to complete the field activities that are being performed.
• Supports, promotes, and participates in the Company’s Mission and Service Excellence initiatives.
• Reviews project as‑built drawings and records for accuracy and completeness.
• Completes inspection records and relevant project documents for the files.

Skills

Underground utility construction

Written & oral communication

Vendor/contractor management

Safety regulations knowledge

Mapping standards

Driver's license

Operator Qualifications (OQ)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is seeking a Construction Specialist I to oversee construction activities for its natural gas distribution pipeline system in Dover, DE. You will ensure compliance with company policies and all applicable codes, review field performance, and monitor contractor work while maintaining safety and environmental standards.

The role focuses on low-complexity projects up to $2 million, requiring strong documentation, collaboration with the Project Manager, and the