Job description
Title: Supervisor of Utility Services
Location: Remote -Flexible (5-10% Travel Required)
Company: Celerity & Clear Path Utility Solutions
Department: Utility Services
Reports To: Director or Vice President, Utility Services
Classification: Full-Time, Exempt
Position Summary
The Supervisor, Utility Services plays a pivotal operational and leadership role supporting the delivery of Celerity and Clear Path’s utility programs across electric, gas, and water sectors. This position bridges the gap between project execution and leadership—coordinating field and technical staff, ensuring quality control, monitoring project performance, and maintaining close communication with clients and internal leadership.
The Supervisor is responsible for day-to-day oversight of project teams, implementation of company procedures, and ensuring all work meets client specifications, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate combines strong organizational and interpersonal skills with a results-oriented mindset and a deep understanding of utility operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Oversight & Delivery
- Supervise and coordinate daily activities for assigned utility projects, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budget.
- Maintain ongoing communication with Project Managers, clients, and field teams to ensure alignment and timely resolution of issues.
- Monitor deliverables for accuracy and completeness, including field data, inspection reports, GIS updates, and QA/QC documentation.
- Support project startup, scheduling, work planning, and field logistics to ensure efficient execution.
- Track and report project progress through standardized dashboards and management tools.
- Client & Stakeholder Communication
- Serve as a primary point of contact for operational questions from clients and contractors.
- Participate in client meetings, site visits, and progress reviews to ensure expectations are met.
- Support preparation of client reports, presentations, and status updates.
- Escalate performance or compliance concerns promptly to senior management.
- Team Leadership & Development
- Directly supervise project coordinators, inspectors, or technical analysts assigned to active projects.
- Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback to ensure staff meet safety, quality, and productivity goals.
- Foster a collaborative, safety-conscious, and solutions-focused team culture.
- Ensure adherence to company policies, safety protocols, and client-specific work standards.
- Operational Excellence & Compliance
- Enforce QA/QC procedures, field data collection standards, and documentation practices.
- Coordinate with internal departments (HR, Finance, and Safety) on staffing, reporting, and resource allocation.
- Maintain accurate records of project activities, budgets, and performance metrics.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency within daily operations.
- Operational Stewardship
- Promote a zero-incident safety culture through proactive field audits, job hazard analyses, and training reinforcement.
- Ensure all work complies with OSHA, ANSI, and client-specific safety and environmental standards.
- Report and track any incidents or near misses, supporting corrective actions and lessons learned.
Required Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Business Administration, or related field preferred; equivalent work experience accepted.
- Experience:
- 5–8 years of experience in the utility, engineering, or consulting industry.
- Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a supervisory or team lead capacity managing field or technical personnel.
- Proven record of successful project delivery, team management, and client support.
- Skills & Competencies:
- Strong organizational and leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to coordinate across internal and external teams.
- Working knowledge of utility operations (electric, gas, or water) and applicable regulatory standards (e.g., NERC, PHMSA, state commissions).
- Proficiency in MS Office, SharePoint, and project management tools; familiarity with ESRI GIS or asset data systems a plus.
- Sound judgment, accountability, and commitment to continuous improvement.
Core Competencies
- Project & Field Operations Management
- Team Leadership & Coaching
- Client Service & Communication
- Planning & Organization
- Quality & Compliance Oversight
- Problem Solving & Risk Management
- Safety & Environmental Accountability
- Continuous Improvement
Company Overview
At Celerity, we help public utility organizations turn complex data into clear, actionable insights that reduce risk, improve asset performance, and deliver impactful project results.
We’re a risk optimization firm powered by a team of energy engineers and consultants who bring deep experience from both client and vendor perspectives. Our work blends precision data analysis, strategic consulting, and hands-on project management to solve some of the most challenging problems in the energy sector.
What sets us apart is our culture of collaboration, proactive thinking, and a shared commitment to excellence. We listen closely, think ahead, and work with grit to make a real difference—for our clients and for each other.
If you’re passionate about energy, data, and driving meaningful change, we’d love to meet you.
The salary range for this position is provided in good faith and is subject to variation based on geographic location, candidate experience, and market conditions. Final compensation will be determined after a comprehensive evaluation of the candidate’s qualifications and alignment with the role.
In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws—including but not limited to those in California, Colorado, New York, Washington, and other jurisdictions—we disclose salary ranges to promote equity and transparency. Where required by law, compensation and benefits information will be included in job postings or made available upon request.
This job description outlines the primary responsibilities and standards of the position but is not exhaustive. Employees may be asked to perform additional duties that are reasonably related to their role and consistent with company policies and applicable labor laws.
Employee welfare and development is important to us, and we sponsor many activities outside of work to promote team building as well as sponsor formal training and certification. We are proud to offer a comprehensive health and welfare benefit package that includes:
HEALTH & WELL-BEING
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
PEACE OF MIND
- Disability Insurance (STD/LTD)
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Basic Life/AD&D
- 401(k) plan
WORK/LIFE BALANCE
- Paid Time Off
- Company Holidays
- Leave of Absence
- Flexible Work Schedules
ADDITIONAL PERKS
- Employee Referral Program
- Professional Development
- Charitable Contribution Match
Based in Walnut Creek, CA with offices nationwide, Celerity energy engineers perform a critical, leadership role as strategic liaisons between data, assets and the teams that make projects happen in the field.
See full details and meet our leadership team on our website: https://www.consultcelerity.com/
Celerity is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veterans’ status or other status protected by applicable law.
Pursuant to the Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
This position is open to individuals who are currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Unfortunately, we are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas at this time.
