Summit Utilities, Inc. · 19 hours ago
Sr Mgr of Pipeline Integrity
Fort Smith, AR, US
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
15+ years expSummit Utilities, Inc. is a growing natural gas utility providing safe and reliable service across multiple states. They are seeking a Senior Manager of Pipeline Integrity to lead the design and execution of pipeline integrity management programs, ensuring operational excellence and regulatory compliance.
Natural Resources
Responsibilities
Lead the Distribution Integrity Management Program (DIMP) and Transmission Integrity Management Program (TIMP), ensuring program maturity, procedural development, and oversight of assessments and corrective actions
Own and advance DIMP & TIMP program elements, including system risk modeling (e.g., Jana), gap analysis, continuous improvement, and implementation of mitigative measures
Manage performance and development of a team of five direct reports
Develop and maintain tracking systems to support successful implementation and sustainability of the Pipeline Safety Management System (PSMS)
Serve as a subject matter expert on system risk characteristics, mitigative actions, and program effectiveness evaluations
Coordinate audit readiness and responses for regulatory inspections in collaboration with the Integrity leadership team
Support regulatory rate case activities and provide technical input as needed
Represent the company in state and national industry associations; monitor and interpret regulatory changes at the federal and state levels
Assist in annual and long-range budget planning and ensure program adherence to financial targets
Provide executive-level reporting on key projects and program milestones
Participate in on-call emergency response as required
Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable laws and regulations
Represent Summit at industry forums, conferences, and regulatory meetings
Stay informed on emerging technologies and regulatory changes impacting pipeline safety/integrity
Perform other duties as assigned by senior management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience
15+ years of progressively responsible experience leading integrity management programs within the utility, energy, or natural gas distribution industry
5+ years of management experience supervising multidisciplinary teams in the utility, energy, or natural gas distribution industry
Extensive knowledge of PHMSA regulations and compliance frameworks
Strong strategic planning and program management expertise in regulated environments
Demonstrated experience in fostering a positive safety culture and driving organizational change
Proficiency in data analysis and performance metrics to guide strategy and decision making
Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills; adept at developing and delivering executive updates
High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and meticulous analytical capability
Strong competencies in forecasting and budgeting
Demonstrated success in consulting effectively with all levels of management including executives
Must possess the ability to influence others without direct position power to earn credibility and trust
Business partner mentality with ability to educate basic financial concepts to stakeholders
Ability to conduct audits, provide constructive feedback, and partner with leaders to drive improvement
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Learning Management Systems
Preferred
PE preferred
NACE/AMPP certifications are preferred
Experience with probabilistic risk modeling, SAP, Oracle, ICAM, Comply Manager is a plus
Benefits
Medical/dental/vision and other benefits
Company
Summit Utilities, Inc.
Summit Utilities owns and operates several natural gas distribution.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kurt Adams
Chief Executive Officer & President
Scott Sanders
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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