WGL - Supervisor, Construction Development

WGL - Supervisor, Construction Development

Reporting to the Director, Construction, the Supervisor, Construction Development is a hands-on leader responsible for mentoring and advancing the skills of Construction Supervisors and Specialists. Acting as a technical advisor, coach, and trainer, this role supports both field and office teams by identifying skill gaps, developing targeted training, and promoting best practices. The Supervisor also leads construction planning and execution, ensuring projects meet cost, safety, compliance, and quality standards, working independently and with project leaders to support corporate goals.

There are two positions available. These roles may be based in Forestville, MD, Rockville, MD, Manassas, VA, Washington, DC, or Springfield, VA.

Key Responsibilities

• Mentor, coach, and provide field-based, hands-on training for Construction Supervisors and Specialists, and act as a Subject Matter Expert across all construction phases.
• Partner with Construction Managers to assess development needs and create effective training programs, materials, and learning opportunities.
• Monitor workloads and project schedules to identify real-time coaching moments and foster knowledge transfer.
• Promote safety, regulatory compliance, and adherence to company policies in all training and supervisory activities.
• Support Human Resources/Organizational Development in enhancing learning tools, technical resources, and development plans.

Construction Oversight & Management

• Lead all phases of construction, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with codes, regulations, and contracts.
• Manage contractor and company personnel performance, enforce safety standards, and resolve field issues promptly.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, and other departments to deliver cost-effective, compliant projects.
• Oversee project planning, estimating, daily approvals, contractor oversight, and execution - from mobilization through restoration.
• Approve field changes, authorize contractor invoices, and ensure safe, high-quality work execution.
• Utilize WMIS and other systems to track, analyze, and report project data; deliver clear presentations and actionable insights.
• Contribute to policy development and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications, Skills & Abilities

• High School Diploma/GED required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of natural gas pipeline construction and operations experience.
• Proven leadership with ability to coach, mentor, and develop diverse teams.
• In-depth knowledge of pipeline construction, operations, emergency response, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in computer applications for scheduling, data management, and training development.
• Experience with WMIS or similar systems preferred.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driver's abstract, required certifications, and reliable transportation for job duties.
• Ability to travel within the Washington Gas service territory to various locations.

We offer a competitive salary range of $103,000 to $145,400 per year, commensurate with experience, education, and skills. We also provide a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off from day one.

Washington Gas is proud to value diversity in its workforce and encourages United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications to apply for this position.

For Canadian hires: AltaGas hires personnel on the basis of job-related qualifications. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to a person's ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.