Pipe supervisor job description
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Pipe supervisor requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in pipe supervisor job postings.
Sample pipe supervisor requirements
- A high school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in managing pipe systems.
- Knowledgeable in pipe systems layout and installation.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Certification in the relevant pipe systems.
Sample required pipe supervisor soft skills
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Analytical and detail-oriented.
- Ability to multitask.
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Stantec pipe supervisor job description
At our core, we are a community. Together, we exercise creative thought, developing engineering and designs as individual as the people and projects we touch. From approval and permitting to design and construction management services, we put the goals of our clients and their communities at the center of everything we create. Join us as we assist mining companies in getting mined materials to communities around the globe.
We are a leader in underground hard rock mining engineering and related technology, serving the largest, deepest, and most technically challenging mines in the world. This is where great ideas and rewarding careers are built.
**Your Opportunity**
We are currently seeking a Mechanical/Piping Supervisor to join our Mining team in Chandler, AZ, Salt Lake City, UT, or Denver, CO. In this position you have the opportunity to lead and assist with various clients in completing studies and detailed engineering projects for underground and surface mining operations. The Mechanical / Piping Supervisor reports to the Mechanical Supervisor, but on a day-to-day basis works in collaboration with Project Managers and project teams locally, regionally and globally. This role directly supervises the US mining mechanical piping team consisting of engineers and designers. The primary responsibilities would be to develop and take care of the people on your team, advance the technical practice and to promote a culture of safety, quality, collaboration, and efficiency.
**Your Key Responsibilities**
+ Safety is a core value for Stantec. You will be responsible for understanding and working in compliance with all health and safety rules and regulations for Stantec and its clients. As a member of our Mining team, you are expected to make a personal commitment toward preserving the health and safety of all our employees and demonstrate commitment through your personal interactions and designs. Your personal commitment to safety will help us achieve our goal of zero harm within our operation and for our clients.
+ You will work with a team of engineers and designers in the planning and execution of project work, including scoping, studies, detailed engineering, calculations, support details, material take-offs, and as-built documentation. You will provide technical support during construction and commissioning.
+ You will provide clients with engineering support to meet their needs and incorporate client suggestions for future requirements in a timely, efficient, and cost-effective manner. This includes attending client meetings, which may at times be onsite or in client facilities, as well as corresponding directly with the client.
+ Regularly interface with other disciplines and departments to execute projects and develop resource allocation, forecasting and identify staffing issues with Project Managers, Discipline Supervisors, Integrated Design Manager and the Discipline Engineering Manager to staff projects with the right people.
+ Organize, develop and lead team to success both administratively and technically and work with each team member to support them in their career development, including performance management as required. Communicate expectations to direct reports and measure performance and implement active coaching, training and mentoring of team members considering that direct reports may be located in the various Stantec offices worldwide.
+ Identify specific recruitment needs and manage the hiring process including orientation and on boarding of new hires.
+ Design with safety, constructability and sustainability in mind and foster this mentality through periodic drawing and analysis review as part of Stantec's internal quality framework to ensure applicable safety codes, regulations and guidelines are met by appropriate design and use of technology.
+ Review and develop piping department standards and technical framework for project execution.
**Qualifications**
**Your Capabilities and Credentials**
+ Self-starter, with the ability to manage change and work with minimal supervision. You must be a contemplative person who is willing to challenge your own work as well as the work of those around you.
+ Experience which demonstrates supervisory skills and leadership abilities to complement technical experience.
+ Previous experience as a Lead Engineer on detailed engineering/construction projects with a consulting firm or Owner's team is preferred.
+ Excellent knowledge of applicable design codes (ASME B31, API650, IPC, UBC, ASHRAE, SMACNA, etc) and familiarity with Mine Health and Safety Regulations.
+ Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, along with excellent interpersonal abilities and a willingness to work in a team atmosphere, including involvement in technical business development.
+ Ability to take the lead on a project team and lead piping engineers and designers to successful completion of projects.
+ Willingness to travel to client sites or other Stantec offices (~10% travel).
**Education and Experience**
+ B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering
+ A Professional Engineering license is required.
+ 10 years of engineering, design, and construction experience in heavy industry, particularly surface or underground mining.
+ Previous experience in the following is desired:
+ The design, specification, and installation supervision of industrial piping equipment/systems.
+ Mine dewatering.
+ Pumps.
+ Compressors.
+ Pressure piping/pumping applications, including slurries.
+ Copper solution mining and/or SX/EW processing.
+ Brownfield condition assessments, commissioning, and/or operations support.
_This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or changed at any time with or without notice._
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. #FeelingEnergized
**Primary Location** : United States-Arizona-Chandler
**Job** : Mechanical Engineering Technician/Technologist
**Organization** : BC-1829 Mining-US
**Employee Status** : Regular
**Job Level** : Manager
**Travel** : Yes, 10 % of the Time
**Schedule** : Full-time
**Job Posting** : Aug 23, 2022, 6:44:46 AM
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans
We are a leader in underground hard rock mining engineering and related technology, serving the largest, deepest, and most technically challenging mines in the world. This is where great ideas and rewarding careers are built.
**Your Opportunity**
We are currently seeking a Mechanical/Piping Supervisor to join our Mining team in Chandler, AZ, Salt Lake City, UT, or Denver, CO. In this position you have the opportunity to lead and assist with various clients in completing studies and detailed engineering projects for underground and surface mining operations. The Mechanical / Piping Supervisor reports to the Mechanical Supervisor, but on a day-to-day basis works in collaboration with Project Managers and project teams locally, regionally and globally. This role directly supervises the US mining mechanical piping team consisting of engineers and designers. The primary responsibilities would be to develop and take care of the people on your team, advance the technical practice and to promote a culture of safety, quality, collaboration, and efficiency.
**Your Key Responsibilities**
+ Safety is a core value for Stantec. You will be responsible for understanding and working in compliance with all health and safety rules and regulations for Stantec and its clients. As a member of our Mining team, you are expected to make a personal commitment toward preserving the health and safety of all our employees and demonstrate commitment through your personal interactions and designs. Your personal commitment to safety will help us achieve our goal of zero harm within our operation and for our clients.
+ You will work with a team of engineers and designers in the planning and execution of project work, including scoping, studies, detailed engineering, calculations, support details, material take-offs, and as-built documentation. You will provide technical support during construction and commissioning.
+ You will provide clients with engineering support to meet their needs and incorporate client suggestions for future requirements in a timely, efficient, and cost-effective manner. This includes attending client meetings, which may at times be onsite or in client facilities, as well as corresponding directly with the client.
+ Regularly interface with other disciplines and departments to execute projects and develop resource allocation, forecasting and identify staffing issues with Project Managers, Discipline Supervisors, Integrated Design Manager and the Discipline Engineering Manager to staff projects with the right people.
+ Organize, develop and lead team to success both administratively and technically and work with each team member to support them in their career development, including performance management as required. Communicate expectations to direct reports and measure performance and implement active coaching, training and mentoring of team members considering that direct reports may be located in the various Stantec offices worldwide.
+ Identify specific recruitment needs and manage the hiring process including orientation and on boarding of new hires.
+ Design with safety, constructability and sustainability in mind and foster this mentality through periodic drawing and analysis review as part of Stantec's internal quality framework to ensure applicable safety codes, regulations and guidelines are met by appropriate design and use of technology.
+ Review and develop piping department standards and technical framework for project execution.
**Qualifications**
**Your Capabilities and Credentials**
+ Self-starter, with the ability to manage change and work with minimal supervision. You must be a contemplative person who is willing to challenge your own work as well as the work of those around you.
+ Experience which demonstrates supervisory skills and leadership abilities to complement technical experience.
+ Previous experience as a Lead Engineer on detailed engineering/construction projects with a consulting firm or Owner's team is preferred.
+ Excellent knowledge of applicable design codes (ASME B31, API650, IPC, UBC, ASHRAE, SMACNA, etc) and familiarity with Mine Health and Safety Regulations.
+ Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, along with excellent interpersonal abilities and a willingness to work in a team atmosphere, including involvement in technical business development.
+ Ability to take the lead on a project team and lead piping engineers and designers to successful completion of projects.
+ Willingness to travel to client sites or other Stantec offices (~10% travel).
**Education and Experience**
+ B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering
+ A Professional Engineering license is required.
+ 10 years of engineering, design, and construction experience in heavy industry, particularly surface or underground mining.
+ Previous experience in the following is desired:
+ The design, specification, and installation supervision of industrial piping equipment/systems.
+ Mine dewatering.
+ Pumps.
+ Compressors.
+ Pressure piping/pumping applications, including slurries.
+ Copper solution mining and/or SX/EW processing.
+ Brownfield condition assessments, commissioning, and/or operations support.
_This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or changed at any time with or without notice._
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other's talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. #FeelingEnergized
**Primary Location** : United States-Arizona-Chandler
**Job** : Mechanical Engineering Technician/Technologist
**Organization** : BC-1829 Mining-US
**Employee Status** : Regular
**Job Level** : Manager
**Travel** : Yes, 10 % of the Time
**Schedule** : Full-time
**Job Posting** : Aug 23, 2022, 6:44:46 AM
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024