Joint Use Design Supervisor - REMOTE WORK

Orbital Engineering • Full-time • Remote • $85k - $110k / year • 5h ago

Job Title:

Joint Use Design Supervisor

Location:

Remote (U.S. based)

FLSA Classification

Exempt

Job Description:

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is currently seeking a Joint Use Design Supervisor for a REMOTE WORK position. This position requires experience with both Joint Use and Electrical Distribution Design. This position will directly support projects within the Department's pole attachment application process and power delivery improvement process. The team is also responsible for analyzing requests for attachment to client's poles and network reliability improvements on client's electric distribution systems. Additionally, staff support GIS data analytics, creation of notifications, work orders, invoicing, and financial reports utilizing enterprise resource planning software.

Essential Functions

Plans, directs, and coordinates activities of team personnel to deliver projects on time and on budget while accomplishing the goals and objectives of the projects.
Directs and/or provides technical leadership to team for engineering design and construction functions within assigned projects
Utilizes thorough understanding of National Electric Safety Code (NESC) Standards, Client Standards, State or Local Municipal Guidelines, and/or other applicable guidelines to manage team through engineering designs (Pole Replacements, Communication Space Rearrangements, Joint-Use Design) for possible joint-use or make-ready construction
Manages team productivity and ensures projects our closed out and invoiced accordingly
Supports leadership team with client onboarding, contract negotiations, and extended relationship development to grow Orbital UII business
Schedules work according to contractual agreements and assigns team personnel to appropriately meet agreement teams
Responsible for development of customer proposals, including detailed technical scope, schedule, budget, and resource management.
Regularly interfaces directly with clients or contractors to ensure department projects are executed in alignment with scope
Communicate potential strategic initiatives or team risks to internal management team
Regularly works with internal stakeholders to ensure team has necessary resources to remain productive and effective
Provides personnel orientation/training, mentorship, coaching, and disciplinary action
Completes quality assurance practices on team deliverables to ensure highest quality product possible
Conducts performance evaluations for department team members

Other Duties

Please note that this job posting does not list all duties and responsibilities that are required of this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice

Work Environment

Work is primarily office based but fieldwork may be needed throughout the engineering design, construction, and quality assurance process.

Travel in this position is irregular and uncommon, however, must be willing to travel overnight or for extended periods of time, based on project assignment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or equivalent technical discipline with 3+ years of experience in the utility industry, engineering design, and/or project management.
Supervisory experience of 0-2 years
Thorough and working knowledge of electrical distribution assets and/or communication equipment construction
Experience in managing multiple projects with competing priorities while maintain schedule and budget
Ability to negotiate and develop relationships with current and new clients or contracting parties
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement process improvements with measurable results in moving a departmental initiative forward
Successful candidate must have exceptional analytical and decision-making skills, the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization
Skills required for this role include but are not limited to being detail-oriented, strong organization skills and excellent written as well as verbal communication skills/
Ability to adapt to changing priorities while maintaining an effective team
Proficient with Microsoft Office software applications
Experience with analyzing data and preparing departmental financial reporting
Ability to read and understand engineering drawing/schematics

Must have dependable transportation and a valid driver's license with insurance

Preferred Qualifications

Master's Degree in Engineering or Business Administration
Professional Engineering (PE) License and/or Project Management Professional (PMP)
Knowledge or experience in utility Long Term Infrastructure Improvement Programs (LTIIP)
Experience within the Joint-Use industry with understanding of the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Guidelines
Demonstrated knowledge in financial analysis and departmental budget management experience, including financial reporting and department auditing

Experience in pole loading (Spida Calc, O-Calc, Pole Foreman, or Katapult) or other construction modeling software (AutoCAD) is beneficial
Knowledge of industry utility or joint-use software (Katapult, SPANS, NJUNS, IkeGPS) for make-ready engineering and construction is beneficial

This position requires the ability to pass a post-offer drug (including marijuana) and alcohol test in compliance with Federal regulations and is also subject to random testing as a condition of continued employment.

Location Note:

This is a remote position. Compensation is based on market data and internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's location.

Salary Range:

$85,000 - $110,000 annually (based on experience, qualifications, and location)

Benefits:

A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; a 401(k)-retirement savings plan; and supplemental insurance options. We also provide company-paid life and AD&D insurance, company-paid short-term disability coverage, company-paid maternity and bonding leave, and a generous paid time off program to ensure you have the support and flexibility you need both professionally and personally.

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