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Title: Manager Construction Contractor Alliances    
Company: Peoples Gas System
State and City: Florida   -  Tampa, Miami Orlando, Jacksonville
Shift: 8 Hr. X 5 Days

Candidate can work out of Tampa, Orlando, Miami or Jacksonville office
WHO WE ARE

Peoples Gas is the fastest growing natural gas utility in the Southeast with career opportunities that fit your future. Our organization is diverse – in people, opportunities, and careers. We foster a dynamic and inclusive workplace where safety, innovation and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do.

HOW WILL YOU HELP DRIVE THE FUTURE OF NATURAL GAS?

The Mgr Construction Contractor Alliances is accountable for supporting and improving strategic alliance relationships with contract business partners by evaluating performance, safety, improvements, and contract adherence to sustain a safe, quality, and efficient contracted construction workforce. Accountable for ensuring the sustainability of all Design & Construction Performance Improvements (DCPI) related goals and objectives. Serves as a company liaison for contractor communications to ensure the leadership of both parties are effectively communicating and are supporting company goals.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (Min Requirements)

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field from an accredited Institution.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• 7 years of gas operations, construction and/or distribution design work experience in progressively more complex technical assignments related to the duties and responsibilities of this position.
• 3 years leading or supervision experience.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and in-depth knowledge of rules and regulations related to natural gas design, construction and operations. Strong command of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Takes ownership of the contractor strategic alliance programs to ensure that key construction practices and procedures are consistent and effectively deployed across the Florida distribution construction operation. Provide, maintain, help develop and implement the strategies and KPI performance for construction contractors and PGS to ensure alignment with PGS capital construction deployment goals. Maintain contract administration documentation to ensure consistent and fair usage of contract. Supports governance structure, and bonus KPI structures.
• Facilitate and provide Design and Construction Managers and other PGS leadership with reoccurring DCPI updates consisting of accomplishments, project status, metrics, and goals. Follows up on deviations of KPI’s with contractors and internal resources. Develop and implement resolutions. Follows up on audit findings/Corrective Opportunities to Reduce Events (CORE) resolutions including owning the Design and Construction team’s change management.
• Provide oversight and direction for contractor construction program. Support distribution alliance contract strategy/negotiations. Evaluate contractors & pricing to ensure market value and adherence to current contract terms and conditions.
• Accountable for coordination with all construction safety-related concerns and developments. Work closely with the Contractor Safety Department and Damage Prevention on all safety related issues and coordinate with the construction team.
• Serve as first point of contact for contractor leadership to manage, amend, and mitigate contractual questions, issues, and expectations. Work with internal team to manage the aging invoicing reports for contractors.

WHAT WILL GIVE YOU A COMPETITIVE EDGE?

• 3 years of actual gas distribution construction experience either as a contractor or a utility team member.

WHO WILL BE A PART OF YOUR TEAM? 

• Direct Supervision: Coordinator (1)
• Indirect Supervision: PGS construction contractors
• Key Internal: Interfaces with various departments at all levels within the Peoples Gas organization, including Design and Construction, Safety, Operations, Procurement, and TECO Partners.
• Key External: Consultants, Contractors,

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HOW YOU’LL CONTRIBUTE

• Builds Strong Collaborative Relationships
• Cultivates Innovation and Embraces Change
• Drives Operational Excellence for Customers
• Takes Ownership and Acts with Integrity
• Thinks Strategically and Exercises Sound Judgement
• Speaks up on Safety, Health, and the Environment
• Develops People and Teams

WHERE AND HOW YOU WILL WORK

• Regular business week in an office environment. Required travel across the state to visit PGS divisions.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING WITH US

• We proudly offer a competitive total rewards package and other perks to help keep you thriving: 
• Performance Bonus: Earn an annual incentive bonus that recognizes your hard work.  
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Enjoy medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance.  
• Retirement Planning: Secure your future with a 401k Retirement Savings Plan and a comprehensive Pension plan.  
• Ownership Opportunities: Participate in Emera’s Employee Common Share Purchase Plan and share in our success.  
• Time to Recharge: Enjoy Paid Time Off (PTO), paid company holidays, comprehensive mental, financial and physical wellness resources, and paid Parental Leave  
• Growth and Development: Take advantage of tuition reimbursement and other training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and career.  
• And much more! 

Whether you’re launching your career or looking to advance it, Peoples Gas is the perfect place for you, offering exciting opportunities for a long-term career with a dynamic, growing company. 

Incident Response Assignment

Our community relies on Peoples Gas to respond swiftly and effectively to all types of incidents, including but not limited to major storm events (e.g., extreme cold, tropical storms, hurricanes), gas leaks, equipment failures, environmental hazards, and other emergencies that may impact public safety or service continuity.

Peoples Gas depends on each team member to fulfill their primary and/or alternate roles and responsibilities during such incidents. As a Team Member of Peoples Gas, you will be assigned an Incident Response Assignment, receive training related to your role, and may participate in mock drills or exercises simulating various emergency scenarios.