Supervisor-Grand Junction

Essential Functions

The Supervisor should have extensive knowledge of underground utility construction operations including; equipment used, labor skills, safe digging operations, OSHA requirements, etc. This role will be the direct supervisor of field construction crews; planning, directing, and organizing their day-to-day operations. This role will be overseeing underground fiber and utility installation projects of various sizes and scopes of work.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Responsible for coordinating and executing the day-to-day operations of the departments under his/her supervision.
• Optimizes and actively manages the work hours of employees and assets of the company.
• Proactively manages the business and provide feedback to Superintendent of Engineering on critical issues.
• Ensures the safety, quality, training and standards of the company and each individual client are met.
• Performs weekly audits on each crew, multiple audits each week.
• Is expected to have a clear understanding, working knowledge of the financial statements of the department under his/her supervision, identifying and implementing improvements for the profitability of the department.
• Inspects equipment and tools daily for each crew and to ensure the proper walk around is being performed daily.
• Completes all necessary paperwork required by the company and clients daily.
• Integrates the organization’s business plan, goals and action items, including cost management/ profitability through day-to-day decisions and communication.
• Develops leadership, selects and maintains a multi-functional, diversified, well-trained, motivated and empowered workforce.
• Provides leadership for a workforce of approximately 2 to 4 Foreman/crew leads, 2 to 4 crews comprised of 6-12 employees.
• Administers compliance of fleet policies and procedures.
• Optimizes vehicle utilization and minimizes life cycle cost.
• Orders and tracks all materials and supplies needed to perform day-to-day tasks.
• Keeps the yard/material storage areas clear and organized on the daily basis.
• Participates in industry/professional forums in order to stay abreast of industry direction and new technologies.
• Delivers continuous Improvement in productivity, safety, quality and cost.
• Proficient in the successful mentoring, coaching and discipline of department employees for the improvement of performance and preparation of additional responsibilities.
• Travel 10-25%.

Success Factors

• Communication skills to persuasively and clearly discuss issues and negotiating with direct subordinates while explaining their decisions and policies to those both outside and within the organization.
• Decision-making skills when managing an organization and establishing policies while assessing various options and selecting the best course of action.
• Leadership skills for leading an organization and coordinating resources, policies and employees.
• Management skills to direct and shape an organization’s operations including managing budgets, business plans and employees.
• Problem-solving skills for identifying and resolving organizational issues, recognizing shortcomings and carrying out solutions.
• Time-management skills for completing multiple tasks at the same time and usually under their own direction to make sure that they get their work done and meet goals.
• A strong work ethic with a great attitude.
• A strong team player with the ability to adapt to diverse team members.
• A high level of leadership skills-ability to lead and hold accountable a large team with diverse skill sets.
• Ability to perform in a fast paced/high volume environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with project tracking, reporting, and scheduling.
• A self-motivated, goal-oriented, accountable, and driven to accomplish department goals.
• Strategic and forward thinking with a high level of professionalism.
• Able to be organized, problem solve, and be solution oriented.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point).

Experience And Education

• Five (5+) plus years of construction experience is required.
• Three (3+) plus years of dry utility (gas) industry experience is preferred.
• One (1+) plus years of management experience is preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-to-year basis.

Additional Requirements/Licenses/Certifications

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Residence Driver’s License is required within two weeks of employment.
• Candidates must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background checks and pass a pre-employment drug screen.