Utility Locate Supervisor

Lake Superior Consulting

The Role

Overview

Lead field teams for utility locating & leak detection, ensuring safety, quality, and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

  • utility locating
  • leak detection
  • field operations
  • data review
  • budget management
  • regulatory compliance

Tasks

-Assist in locates within your area when needed. -Provide coaching, training, and professional development opportunities to team members. -Review project data, safety documentation, and quality reports from initiation through closeout. -Partner with internal teams and clients to resolve field issues, improve workflows, and enhance customer satisfaction. -Ensure compliance with company policies, client specifications, and federal and industry regulations. -Participate in the hiring, onboarding, and field training of new employees. -Supervise and support field leads, technicians, and crews to ensure work is completed safely, accurately, and on time. -Lead and oversee field operations for utility locating and leak detection services. -Collaborate with schedulers, other supervisors, and business lines to efficiently staff and manage projects. -Manage budgets, operating plans, and resource allocation to maintain efficiency and profitability. -Conduct weekly safety meetings and champion a culture of health, safety, and quality.

Requirements

  • leak detection
  • utility locating
  • microsoft office
  • 5+ years
  • supervisory
  • travel

What You Bring

-Familiarity with leak detection and underground facility infrastructure. -Ability to travel up to 25–40% as needed. -Exposure to various weather conditions (heat, cold, precipitation). -Experience developing and leading teams with a focus on performance and accountability. -Technology & Equipment: You’ll be equipped with a company laptop and tools that are reliable and ready for the field. -Ability to work in a physically demanding outdoor environment and traverse rugged terrain. -Strong understanding of utility locating equipment, methods, and techniques. -Knowledge of utility permitting and applicable safety regulations. -Frequent standing and occasional lifting (up to 50 lbs). -Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). -Supervisory or crew leadership experience (required). -Minimum 5 years of experience in utility line locating and/or leak detection (required). -Must be able to travel to offsite locations for extended periods. -Project management experience and business development exposure a plus. -Ability to work extended hours when project schedules require. -Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

-Flexible work options -Tuition reimbursement -Great benefits including: dental, vision insurance; company paid life, short/long term disability coverage; paid time off (PTO); 12 paid holidays per year and tuition reimbursement -Company paid life, AD&D, and short/long term disability -Career growth opportunities within a fast-growing organization -Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance -401K/Profit Sharing (6% company match) -401(k) with Company Match: We’ll help you save for the long term with our competitive 401(k) with a 6% company match. -Company Vehicle & Fuel Card: All work-related expenses are covered, so you can focus on the job. -Training: We're invested in your development from day one. -Weekend & Holiday: Earn extra money on the weekend or on a company holiday. -The chance to make an impact on critical energy infrastructure -Paid time off (PTO) -Paid holidays (twelve per year)

The Company

About Lake Superior Consulting

-Founded with a vision to offer tailored engineering solutions, bringing decades of expertise in various sectors. -A trusted partner in both public and private sectors, supporting projects that transform cities and industries. -Projects range from complex transportation networks to energy infrastructure, reflecting versatility and deep technical knowledge. -Innovative approaches to project management ensure seamless execution, even in challenging environments. -A strong presence in key infrastructure sectors, helping clients tackle projects from the ground up with precision and reliability.

Sector Specialisms

Liquids & Natural Gas

Renewables

Water & Stormwater

Manufacturing