PROJECT MANAGER - NATURAL GAS

Salary : See Position Description

Location : Fairhope, AL

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : FHP00084

Department : Public Utilities

Division : Gas

Opening Date : 07 / 02 / 2024

Closing Date : 10 / 31 / 2024 11 : 59 PM Central

FLSA : Exempt

Description

Under the supervision of the Assistant Gas Superintendent, this safety sensitive position is responsible for all gas related projects performed on the gas pipeline.

This position will coordinate, oversee and ensure all projects are completed according to gas department procedures and are compliant with all federal and state regulations.

This position will handle project budget requirements and ensure projects follow state bid law. Documenting and reporting pipeline information to utility GIS will be the responsibility of this position.

The Project Manager position is exempt from overtime regulations. The position is assigned to Grade 11 on the City of Fairhope Classification Pay Scale.

Offer rate for the selected candidate will be determined based on qualifications and experience and will be in line with the Promotion Pay Policy found in the City of Fairhope Employee Personnel Manual.

Essential Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : The following list was developed through a job analysis; however, it is not exhaustive and other duties may be required and assigned.

A person with a disability which is covered by the ADA must be able to perform the essential functions of the job unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION : Ensure oversight for all projects performed by contract labor for the gas department.

• Develops RFQ, RFP and like documents associated with contract work performed.
• Plans, manages, and oversees subordinate tasks and work schedules.
• Reviews and scores potential contractors based on like experience and ability.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION : Establishing relationships with contractors, etc. :

• Establish good working relationships with contractors, engineers and regulatory agencies.
• Working with inhouse and external employees to accomplish set goals.
• Makes regular budget reports to the Gas Superintendent.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION : Homeowner and Business Communication. Regularly communicates with homeowners and businesses in the service area regarding service needs or problems.

• Discusses gas service needs or problems with homeowners and businesses in person and over the telephone.
• Informs the Gas Superintendent concerning unusual or difficult homeowner or business service requests or problems.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION : Contractor Relations. Communicates with building contractors concerning gas service needs and line locations.

• Routinely talks with contractors both in person and by telephone regarding gas service needs and service line locations.
• Informs the Gas Superintendent of unusual or difficult contractor questions or requests.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION : Subordinate Training. Identifies and applies or arranges for appropriate training programs for all subordinate employees.

• Identifies appropriate annual training programs or classes for all subordinate staff members
• Monitors program or class completion and subordinate performance in the class or program.
• Evaluates impact of training classes or programs on subordinate work performance.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION : Assists with Gas Line Repairs. Assists subordinate staff in repairing gas lines when necessary.

• Assists subordinate staff in making gas line repairs when needed.
• Informs Gas Superintendent when involved in assisting subordinates.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTION :

Performs other job-related duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possess a high school diploma or GED; prefer some college-level course work in municipal utility operations or related course work.
• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of experience in municipal gas system operations.
• Possess a current and valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or be able to obtain this license within six (6) months of employment; must be insurable.
• Ability to work non-standard hours.
• Ability to travel.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and an initial drug screen.

The City of Fairhope offers a wide variety of benefits to regular full-time employees.

As a regular full-time employee with the City, you are eligible to enjoy the following benefits :

• Affordable Health Insurance
• Affordable Vision Insurance
• Affordable Dental Insurance
• Employer paid Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Symbol Health Solutions*
• Discounted membership at Fairhope Recreation & Fitness Center
• Discounted Quail Creek Green Fees
• Employer paid Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Dependent Care Account
• Retirement Systems of Alabama (RSA)
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Vacation Time
• City approved paid Holidays

Regular Part Time employees who work 29+ hours per week participate in the Retirement Systems of Alabama (RSA)

• Symbol Health Solutions is contingent upon enrollment in the City health insurance.
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