Utility Construction Supervisor

Job Specifications

Black Hills Energy is people powered and purpose driven. Our team uses the power of energy to improve life for over one million customers in 800 communities across the West and Midwest. We seek talented, caring people who embody our core values and contribute to a culture of inclusion and growth. As an organization, we believe the best part of working on our team is our commitment to making tomorrow better than today—for our customers, communities and each other.

Position Summary

To effectively lead a workforce of Utility Construction Support personnel, focusing on obtaining organizational objectives within the guidelines of providing safe, reliable utility service to customers.

Pay Range: $97,150 - $160,150 (This posting includes the full pay range for this position. Pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.)

Reporting Relationship: Utility Construction Planning Manager

Location: Pueblo, Colorado

Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance is available based on individual circumstances! Details to be shared during the offer process.

Essential Functions

• Proactively promote and lead safety initiatives in all phases of operations and in compliance with DOT, State, and Company standards.
• Supervise, train, and develop Utility Construction Support personnel, including but not limited to design, estimation, and locating personnel in the variety of systems and processes required to perform their assigned tasks.
• Manage employee issues at the operational level, with assistance from Human Resources.
• Review, track and report metrics on Quality Assurance/Control of Work Orders/Work Packets and related processes to inform and impact continuous improvement in these areas.
• Develop, track and report metrics to gauge employee/contractor performance and customer satisfaction.
• Respond to and resolve customer requests and issues while ensuring that customers receive excellent levels of service.
• Actively participate in maintaining favorable community relations.
• Make daily decisions that positively impact capital and maintenance programs including third party contractors.
• Maintain training records and compliance documentation.
  
  

Additional Responsibilities

• Partner with other departments and personnel to continuously improve processes.
• Actively sponsor or lead continuous improvement efforts and create a positive environment that empowers all employees to continuously improve.
• Assist with training and managing contractor resources.
  
  

What Is Required

• Bachelor's Degree Bachelor’s degree in business management, engineering or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of 5 years or utility industry, utility operations, utility construction/design or estimation experience
  
  

What Is Desired

• Knowledge of utility construction/design and estimation.
• Ability to effectively lead people.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to be effective in a fast-paced environment.
• Financial management, budgetary, planning, and forecasting skills.
• Ability to independently manage multiple tasks.
• Strong problem resolution and project management skills.
• Proficient computer skills (word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software).
• Ability to participate in cross-functional teams and manage external contractors.
• Strong interpersonal skills to include excellent teamwork and customer service skills
  
  

This description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements for employees in this position. Job descriptions may and do change periodically. Where positions are covered by a collective bargaining unit agreement, the terms and conditions of the agreement will apply.

About our Company: We are a customer, growth and safety focused utility company that is dedicated to our communities. We improve life with energy as an energy partner of choice. Our diverse culture fuels unique perspectives, opening doors to new insights and possibilities. Based in Rapid City, South Dakota, we have over 3000 employees and serve 1.3 million natural gas and electric utility customers across eight states (South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Arkansas).

Enjoy our Comprehensive Benefits Package! Annual discretionary bonuses, 401(k) (6% company match and up to 9% company retirement contribution), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off benefits, including paid holidays and parental leave, company paid life insurance and disability benefits (short and long term), critical illness, accident & group hospital insurance, pet insurance, an employee assistance program and well-being benefits, and competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.

Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. If there is anything that may show up in these reports that may conflict with the position requirements, feel free to contact the Black Hills Energy recruiting team at jobs@blackhillscorp.com.

Black Hills Energy does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. If you require reasonable accommodation, please direct your inquiries to the Talent Team at jobs@blackhillscorp.com.