Supervisor, Internal and External, Capital Delivery Supervision

National Grid is hiring a Supervisor forour Capital Delivery Department in Waltham, MA.

Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live. The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating and our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry.

To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business.

To be responsible for the daily supervision and organization of assigned field staff to effectively, efficiently and safely accomplish job tasks in line with departmental and National Grid requirements.

• Sound implementation of construction policies and procedures that maximize customer satisfaction and fulfill statutory requirements while meeting or exceeding company growth goals.
• Direct all aspects of the construction process to meet Company goals while remaining fully compliant and within budgetary limitations ensuring the timely and cost effective installation of facilities.
• Monitor safety, performance, productivity and workload as needed to maximize efficiencies and cost-effectiveness.
• Cultivate relationships with all outside agencies while protecting the Company's.
• Motivate, coach, challenge and provide developmental opportunities for subordinates.
• Maintain industry involvement to keep abreast of changing technologies and best practices.
• Develop continuous improvement initiatives in support of the Company's strategic objectives.
• Foster cooperative working relationships with bargaining units and contractors.
• Participate in the development and implementation of the various systems and technologies that support the construction process.
• Facilitate and support the construction process.
• Manage the utilization of resources (personnel, vehicles, and equipment) to ensure a timely response, monitor safety, performance, productivity and workload and re-balance as needed to maximize efficiencies and cost effectiveness.
• Ensure that all work is performed in accordance with Company standards and procedures, PSC Code requirements, OSHA, and municipal rules and regulations.
• Ensure accurate reporting of work including SOP's, work order historicals, daily completion reporting, sketches, Operations Qualification, etc.
• Respond to emergencies and supervises a workforce that operates on a 24-hr 7day/week basis.
• Standby assignments on a rotational basis as well as overtime to respond to emergencies and ensure public safety are required.
• Coordination of work packages to the team and ensuring representation on all projects before starting.
• Coordinate all field meetings necessary to progress the projects including pre-construction, safety and all tail gate meetings.

• Ability to build effective, respectful, working relationships.
• Encourage and empower others by offering help and advice, building a common understanding of needs and shared goals.
• Manage the day-to-day relationships to understand requirements and deliver appropriate solutions within National Grid policies and processes.

• Four-year college degree or 2 to 3 years prior work related experience preferred.
• 2 to 3 years of proven managerial experience with a focus on construction policies and practices.
• API 1169 Certification preferred
• Thorough knowledge of Company policies and procedures, and technical competence to prudently apply these to support construction operations.
• Extensive knowledge of the gas transmission and distribution system, engineering, construction & maintenance practices, gas utilization equipment, gas metering, and the electric distribution system; Federal, State, and Municipal Codes, Company standards and procedures as well as computer operations are essential.
• Familiarity with Construction standards, Work Methods, Rules for Safe Operation, and associated procedures, knowledge of Company policies and the application of the Collective Bargaining Agreement are needed.
• Strong oral and written communication skills are required, in addition to planning, organizing and computer skills.
• Prior experience dealing with diverse groups such as gas and/or electric customers, government officials, etc. in a tactful and diplomatic manner is vital.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Products is required for consideration for the Lead Construction Supervisor position.
• Ability to estimate field construction costs.
• Primavera, PowerPlant, and SAP experience is a plus.
• This position may involve driving to other company locations, so a clean, valid state issued driver's license is required.
• Valid driver's license required with a safe driving history that meets National Grid's Safe Driver policy.