LAKE SUPERIOR CONSULTING is currently growing at a fast pace and as part of that growth, we are seeking to fill a position as a Utility Locating Supervisor at our office in Minneapolis, MN.
The Utility Supervisor provides leadership, management and business development for utility line locating and leak detection services for LSC. This individual will also provide the team with operational controls, administrative and reporting procedures, and financial oversight. The Utility Supervisor will work to effectively grow the services and ensure financial strength and operating efficiency.
This is a critical leadership role responsible for the management of project logistics necessary to complete field work safely. This individual will be overseeing a team with direct reports within our Integrity Management Core Services Department.
Responsibilities:
- Knowledgeable on various locating equipment, methods, and techniques
- Have general knowledge in leak detection for gas operations
- Complete projects using competent and ethical principles and techniques
- Read and interpret project plans, technical drawings, schematics, and reports
- Be familiar with details of client specifications and federal regulations
- Manage sweep crew in a professional and proficient manner
- Have general knowledge in the correct, safe and efficient locating of underground utilities
- Understand utility permitting
- Accurately detect, classify, and document natural gas leakage on client infrastructure
- Have a general knowledge and understanding of underground facility and infrastructure
- Develop and implement long-term goals and objectives to achieve the successful outcome of the program and ensure they align with LSC’s vision of being known for REAL asset Integrity Management (IM) solutions among companies who believe in INTEGRITY
- Support in the development and manage an operating plan and budget
- Ensure that operations activities comply with all relevant legislative, professional, and industry standards, as well as incorporate best practices to improve the IM program
- Ensure that workforce is consistent with financial measures such as backlog, in-play opportunities, and prospects
- Oversee and participate in the hiring of new employees
- Ensure the Utilities Team complies with company policies
- Ensure a solid department safety record is maintained by demonstrating health and safety as a priority for self and team
- Support and assist training execution for technicians
- Work with other supervisors, schedulers, and business lines to efficiently staff and oversee projects
- Communicate project scopes, schedules, performance objectives
- Review & Management of Daily Reports, Logs, and other project specific documents
- Work with Audit and Unlocatable crew to ensure proper quality and documentation
- Reviewing data and final reports from project inception through project closeout; provide input to project management prior to client deliverable
- Reviewing documentation of site safety meetings (Tailgate) and daily performance of JSA’s and hazards evaluation to provide feedback and support, as required
- Make recommendations for equipment and participate in annual budgeting process
- Make recommendations for training and certifications for technicians
- Maintaining and ensuring OQ records for reports are up to date and onsite
- Assist in new hire training as well as in field retraining
- Monitor and implement fixes infield to on time and damage percentages
- Work closely with leads in field to address all field related issues
- Have weekly/daily meetings with leads to assist in quality and on time work flow
- Lead weekly safety meetings with crew to address any safety concerns
- Monthly meetings with client to address field related issues and percentages
- Drive process in field with leads, locators and support staff to ensure quality
- Assist in locates within your area when needed
Position Requirements:
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in utility line locating and leak detection preferred.
- Previous supervisory experience required
- Project management experience preferred
- Proven track record of growing business and developing teams
- Excellent leadership, interpersonal, written & verbal communication skills
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to dissect problems and quickly develop solutions
- Strong computer skills and familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Access
- Strong public speaking skills
- Ability to learn new material quickly
- Oil & gas pipeline or related industry experience a plus
- Attention to detail
- Travel up to 25-40%
Physical Requirements and Demands:
- Ability to work in a physically demanding outdoor environment, as required
- Ability to traverse rugged terrain, excavations and work around pipe and equipment, as required
- Must be able to travel to offsite locations for extended periods of time
- Frequent periods of standing for long periods
- Occasional lifting of up to 50 lb.
- Exposure to weather including heat and cold climates
- Ability to work long hours for extended periods, when projects demand
- Ability to sit at a desk and work with a computer for extended periods
Join an entrepreneurial team of dedicated engineering and technical service consultants that work to improve and strengthen our critical energy infrastructure. At Lake Superior Consulting (LSC), we are committed to safeguarding the well-being of people and the environment without compromise in a fast-paced, high-energy environment. LSC provides integrity management solutions and engineering services to meet the increasing needs of our US and Canadian client base. Our talented team of technical professionals serves the Liquids and Natural Gas, Mining, Water and Wastewater, Renewables, and Manufacturing industries.
Competitive Compensation and Benefits Including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Flexible work options
- 401K/Profit Sharing (6% company match)
- Company paid life, AD&D, and short/long term disability
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Paid holidays (twelve per year)
- Tuition reimbursement
Bias-Free Hiring Practices:
Lake Superior Consulting is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. We support an inclusive workplace where employees excel based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance.
