Materials Program Manager or Senior Program Manager

Job Specifications

Black Hills Energy is people powered and purpose driven. Our team uses the power of energy to improve life for over one million customers in 800+ communities across the West and Midwest. We seek talented, caring people who embody our core values and contribute to a culture of inclusion and growth. As an organization, we believe the best part of working on our team is our commitment to making tomorrow better than today-for our customers, communities and each other.

Position summary:

Responsible for the day-to-day management of Black Hills Energy's (BHE) material standards, material failure program, and material committee. Updating the BHE O&M with PHMSA changes and requirements regarding pipeline materials. Provide support to integrity managers, corrosion personnel, design engineering, operation teams, and supply chain regarding material standardization and known problems with associated with previous work practices and materials. Investigate and review material failures.

Pay Range: This posting includes the full pay range for this position. Pay is based on a number of factors and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity.
Level I: $90,900 - $136,500
Senior: $103,150 - $170,200

Reporting Relationship: Manager, Standards Materials and DIMP

Location: Council Bluffs, Iowa; Fayetteville, Arkansas; or Fountain, Colorado

Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance is available based on individual circumstances! Details to be shared during the offer process.

Essential Functions:
* Provides support and service to natural gas distribution operations in the company's multiple state natural gas business. Maintains a successful partnership with Gas Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, materials vendors and manufacturers.
* Manage BHE Material standards and provide support of the Gas Operations and Maintenance manual, Gas DIMP, TIMP, and SIMP Manuals.
* Be familiar with 49 CFR 192, ASME B31.8, and other standards incorporated by reference related to material specification, pipeline and facility design and specification.
* Be familiar with trends related to the materials in gas distribution network piping. Including participation in national and regional organizations, (AGA, NACE, MEA, and others).
* Development and maintenance of material failure database and providing reports and recommendations based on trends. Analyzing material failures utilizing hands on methods of testing and/or working with 3rd parties for support.
* Lead efforts to research, vet, and approve new or alternative materials and equipment for use in the natural gas system.
* Responsible for providing technical expertise in regulatory matters relating to materials standards.
* Participates in external audit preparation and data gathering in order to demonstrate compliance. Perform and provide support for internal audits and assessments.

Additional Responsibilities:
* Update leadership within the NGU on material failures and changes
* Support safety, diversity, and social responsibility goals of the department, business unit, and corporation.
* Assist in the creation of department budgets and financial tracking activities.

What Is Required:
All Levels:
* Bachelors Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Metallurgical, Materials, or Chemical Engineering, or corrosion and materials field required.
* Effective program leadership experience and project management skills.
* Proficient in word processing, database, and spreadsheet programs.
* Knowledge of DOT, PHMSA, AMSE, API and all codes associated with gas operations system design and operation.
* Understanding of PHMSA regulations.
* Strong writing and editing skills.
* Ability to manage projects of varying scale simultaneously.
* Ability to thoroughly document analytical work.
* Demonstrate the ability to present and report analytical material in an easy-to-understand manner.
Level I:
* Minimum of 5 years of industry related experience to include utility engineering, materials management, or quality management or related experience required.
Senior:
* Minimum of 7 years of experience to include utility engineering, materials management, quality management or other relevant experience required.
* Demonstrated technical and operational expertise in Gas Distribution and Transmission installation procedures.

What Is Desired:
* NACE experience is desired.
* Demonstrated technical and operational expertise in Gas Distribution and Transmission installation procedures.
* Demonstrate solid technical, financial and operations knowledge.
* Demonstrate strategic and operational planning.
* Strong interpersonal and communications skills.
* Effective presentation, facilitation and training skills.
* Ability to lead a diverse team with competing needs.
* Team player and demonstrated ability to effectively lead in such an environment.
* Strong problem resolution skills.

This description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, and requirements for employees in this position. Job descriptions may and do change periodically. Where positions are covered by a collective bargaining unit agreement, the terms and conditions of the agreement will apply.

About our Company: We are a customer, growth and safety focused utility company that is dedicated to our communities. We improve life with energy as an energy partner of choice. Our diverse culture fuels unique perspectives, opening doors to new insights and possibilities. Based in Rapid City, South Dakota, we have over 3000 employees and serve 1.3 million natural gas and electric utility customers across eight states (South Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, Colorado, Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, and Arkansas).

Enjoy our Comprehensive Benefits Package! Annual discretionary bonuses, 401(k) (6% company match and up to 9% company retirement contribution), tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off benefits, including paid holidays and parental leave, company paid life insurance and disability benefits (short and long term), an employee assistance program and well-being benefits, and competitive medical, dental and vision insurance.

Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Black Hills Energy does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. If you require reasonable accommodation, please visit careers.blackhillsenergy.com for more information.