Iconic Power Systems is experiencing steady growth as we continue to build long-term relationships with existing clients and foster relationships with new clients by providing them with consistently high-quality products and services.
If you are motivated by innovation, growth, teamwork, and complete client satisfaction, we have a career for you.
We offer an attractive remuneration package including health and RRSP benefits.
Summary
The Construction Operations Supervisor (Distribution) creates an environment for construction execution excellence. They are constantly looking for opportunities to improve the delivery and customer experience of substation construction projects. The Construction Operations Supervisor (Distribution) is also a subject matter expert and thus responsible for the preliminary project staging, client package review and BOM confirmation. The Construction Operations Supervisor (Distribution) needs to work closely with the Construction Manager, Procurement Lead and Project Management to ensure all projects are profitable and delivered on time. The Construction Operations Supervisor (Distribution) will be responsible to oversee specific clients/regions based on the projects currently under construction by IPS.
Qualifications
- Red Seal PLT designation is an asset
- 15+ years of high-voltage electrical distribution network construction experience.
- 5+ years of people management, mentoring and leadership experience.
- Extensive and broad high voltage, underground and overhead construction experience.
Skills
- Detailed knowledge of the Alberta electrical network, code, and regulations. General knowledge of provincial networks across western Canada.
- Advanced ability to perform and monitor typical powerline technician related scope, such as pole climbing, operation and construction of underground and overhead electrical transmission and distribution systems, erecting of poles, overhead and underground cable installation and repair, splicing and termination of conductors.
- Superior knowledge of tools, training, safety equipment, processes, codes, and procedures required to work on or around high voltage networks.
- Superior construction execution planning skills.
- Ability to coach and mentor field staff.
- Comfortable and proficient with computer software such as MS Office Excel, MPP and word.
Duties
- Develop technical and strategic project delivery plans in conjunction with Project Manager and senior management where necessary.
- Provide technical assistance, mentoring and coaching to all field staff and ensure they follow current codes and standards related to electrical distribution networks.
- Perform site visits to assess construction results and practices to ensure they are following the required standards.
- Attend and contribute to regular meetings including project kickoffs, reviews, and weekly tactical meetings.
- Communicate with Project managers /Field Supervisors/others to Scope and Plan Construction priorities of a project.
- Cover for Field Supervisors when they have scheduled leave during shift rotations.
- Review project packages for design and material correctness prior to project start and identify any deviation from bid packages post award.
- Monitor site progress for efficiencies via routine visits.
- Review and follow applicable electrical utility’s standards and procedures.
- Oversee client subcontractors as required.
- Develop outage plans and staging when required by the client.
- Review all plans and scopes of work with Field Supervisors.
- Assist Construction Manager with the evaluation of Field Supervisors and crew members.
- Ensure the Field Supervisors are informed on the project requirements in accordance with the project schedule.
- Assist with the resolution and closeout of non-compliance/deficiency reports.
Personal Characteristics
- Safety - We go home safely every night.
- Integrity - Around here our word means something.
- Quality - Our quality stands on its own.
- Accountability- We provide solutions, not problems.
- Teamwork - Great people working together.
- You have a calm demeanor and thrive in high-stress situations.
- You can think on your feet and resolve issues quickly.
- You are detailed and thorough in completing all tasks and activities.
- You are someone people rely on. You are responsible and dependable.
- Leadership - willingness to lead, take charge, offer opinions and direction to all direct reports.
Other
- Must have a valid Class 5 driver’s license.
- Must have strong written and verbal communication skills.
Additional Information
- The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. All staff may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
