Peak Utility Infrastructure is an integrated engineering and construction company that serves the Electric, Natural Gas, and Telecommunications industries. We provide a full suite of engineering, construction, operations, and maintenance services, including repair, replacement, maintenance, and installation of natural gas, telecommunications, and electric infrastructure through our operating subsidiaries: SiteWise, Kelly Cable, Riley Brothers, and Superior Pipeline Services.
Position Title: Director Construction Operations - Kelly Cable of NM
Our Core Values: Guided by Safety. Focused on Communities. Powered by Care.
Essential Functions:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
We seek a detail-oriented, thorough, organized Director of Construction Operations to join our growing team. You will direct construction operations across Gas, Telecom, Power, and other Utilities.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Responsible for Construction efforts across Kelly Cable (Gas, Telecom and Power)
- Lead other project managers, estimators, and field supervisors
- Compile and plan budgets, cost estimates, and other financial estimates
- Oversee the Coordination, planning, and manage schedules for contractors and subcontractors
- Oversee the ordering and manage materials and equipment
- Oversee internal reporting and projections for inventory
- Oversee and supervise construction project progress and provide reports on timeline, progress, and adjustments
- Ensure all legal requirements, building and safety codes, safety inspections, city guidelines, and local and state regulations are met
- Perform the tasks of a cost estimator and review estimates produced by others
- Ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget
- Review bid documents, site conditions, plans and specifications; prepare takeoffs; obtain subcontractor and material quotes; seek potential cost savings; develop pricing for proposed work; review bids and collaborate on final bid adjustments; and submit bids to owners
- Ensure accurate and complete files are maintained for projects and appropriate close-out documents
- Attend Customer deployment meetings
- Develop and maintain relationships and collaborate with engineers, owners, municipalities, clients, subcontractors, and co-workers
- Monitor and control Construction projects through administrative direction of on-site foreman to ensure project is completed on schedule and within budget.
- Investigate potential risks and implement corrective measures.
- Represent Kelly Cable of New Mexico in project meetings and attend strategy meetings.
- Work with contract administrator to manage financial aspects of contracts to protect company’s interest and simultaneously maintain good relationship with the customer.
- Continued Enhancement of all Operational KPI’s
Success Factors:
- Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
- Able to manage a team of employees and multiple projects
- Experienced at compiling and following strict budgets
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Accurate and precise attention to detail
- Goal-oriented and organized leadership
- Able to analyze problems and strategize for better solutions
- In-depth understanding of the construction industry
- Self-motivated and self-directed
- Computer Skills: Proficient with Microsoft Office; Microsoft Project and experience with Project Management software preferred
- Organized and able to create multiple timelines, budgets, and schedules
Experience and Education:
- High school diploma or equivalent desired
- Bachelor’s Degree (B.A) with two to three years related experience and/or training.
- Experience working with underground utilities required
- Three years (3) experience as a Director or Senior Leader or in a similar position in utility management
- 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.
Notes:
The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.