Manager of Codes & Standards

Manager Of Codes And Standards

Summit Utilities is a growing natural gas utility company providing safe, reliable and clean burning natural gas service to homes and businesses in Arkansas, Colorado, Maine, Missouri and Oklahoma. Being part of the Summit team means embracing excellence and innovation, committing to safety each and every day, and doing all that we can to serve each other, our customers and the communities where we live. We aim to bring warmth and energy to everything we do.

We have an exciting hybrid opportunity for a Manager of Codes and Standards based in Little Rock, AR, Fort Smith, AR or Fayetteville, AR.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Manager of Codes and Standards plays a critical role in ensuring enterprise-wide compliance with applicable codes and standards across operations, regulatory, engineering, construction, and EHS&T functions. This role is responsible for the ongoing development, implementation, and maintenance of company standards that adhere to regulatory requirements while integrating industry best practices. Key responsibilities of this role include overseeing QA / QC processes, conducting After Action Reviews (AAR) and Root Cause Analyses (RCA), and fostering continuous improvement. This position requires an in-depth knowledge of federal and state natural gas codes, standards, and industry trends. The Manager of Codes and Standards proactively monitors and evaluates external rulemaking activities, assessing potential impacts on the organization, and communicates findings to relevant stakeholders. Additionally, the role serves as a trusted advisor, providing expert guidance on federal and state code interpretation to internal teams and business units.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Execute managerial responsibilities in alignment with company policies and applicable regulations, including hiring, work assignment, training, and performance oversight.

Design, implement, and maintain a robust process to ensure the companys Codes and Standards library remains current with legal and regulatory requirements, as well as industry best practices for natural gas transmission and distribution.

Collaborate with the procurement department to sustain the Approved Materials List.

Coordinate and facilitate Material Standards Committee meetings, collaborating closely with stakeholders including operations and engineering to develop and review new material and product proposals for committee approval.

Develop and manage a tracking database and dashboard program for operations, engineering, and integrity-related procedures and technical standards.

Oversee periodic reviews to ensure timely updates and compliance with federal and state codes and referenced standards.

Lead the Codes & Standards team in implementing program initiatives, including Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA / QC), Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and After-Action Reviews (AAR).

Administer the companys Management of Change (MOC) program and provide support for MOC development in other departments.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.