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Bill Ostrander

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Summary

Dynamic Supervisor at Consumers Energy with proven leadership acumen and expertise in natural gas procedures. Enhanced team productivity through effective training and conflict resolution, achieving significant operational efficiency improvements. Skilled in heavy equipment operation and committed to fostering a culture of safety and excellence within diverse teams.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Supervisor Gas Construction

Consumers Energy
10.2013 - Current
  • Supervise a team across multiple areas responsible for the safe and efficient execution of distribution natural gas system infrastructure replacement projects, including distribution mains and services.
  • Oversee project budgets and provided guidance on escalated items concerning gas-related incidents or coworker engagements.
  • Develop and implement strategic and tactical plans to ensure corporate objectives were met and financial programs were adhered to.
  • Support and lead large projects, safety actions, lean initiatives, strategic planning, and emergent situations.
  • Support the execution of multi-million-dollar gas construction projects by monitoring actual performance vs forecast and implementing strategic countermeasures to ensure allocated budget adherence.
  • Assist with resolving Union contract disputes and grievances in partnership with local Union leadership and Labor Relations across statewide and/or zonal geographic areas. Partnered with Labor Relations on strategic implementation of union contract modifications and supported the contract negotiation process.
  • Assist with operational initiatives and strategic projects impacting statewide or multiple headquarters. Supported successful project execution through management sponsorship and leadership of project plan/milestones and budget oversight.
  • Support executive leadership to integrate Lean methodologies into operational work to ensure safety, quality, cost efficiency, and timely delivery. Sponsored and led large statewide cross-functional projects in support of strategic goals impacting the company.
  • Participate in an on-call rotation, providing leadership during after hours, weekends, and holidays. Served as Incident Commander for statewide and/or zonal incidents. Developed and executed Incident Action Plan for statewide incidents, including interfacing with executive leadership for the duration of the incident. Led organization-wide Incident Command System (ICS) maturity through strategic training plan development and execution. Led cross-functional review of lessons learned from past incidents to develop ICS proficiency across multiple leaders.
  • Sponsored cross-functional teams in the development of gas procedures, operations manual updates, and project designs. Oversaw and/or supported statewide cross-functional committees to ensure standard adherence and continuous improvement. Monitored the impact the department actions had on the business and its interdependencies.
  • Assist the development and coaching of a team to achieve departmental goals and expectations. Supported managers on escalations. Supported statewide activities, developing strategic initiatives, and budgetary adherence. Ensured accountability by utilizing analytical tools such as key performance indicators (KPI) and monitoring job performance. Responsible for statewide or department-wide strategic projects supporting safety, quality, cost, and delivery efficiencies.
  • Support statewide/zonal safety plan development and execution across multiple headquarters, accountable for adherence to safety plan and performance. Assisted strategic safety plan development and countermeasures to mitigate and manage safety trends.
  • Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Concord Excavating & Grading Inc.
05.2012 - 10.2013
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
  • Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
  • Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
  • Ensured timely project completion with efficient execution of excavation, grading, and site preparation tasks.
  • Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
  • Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Eagle Excavating Inc.
05.2011 - 05.2012
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
  • Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
  • Ensured timely project completion with efficient execution of excavation, grading, and site preparation tasks.
  • Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
  • Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
  • Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Agricultural Business

Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI

Skills

  • Training and mentoring
  • Goal oriented
  • Staff management
  • Customer service
  • Corporate Safety Practices
  • Union Contract Operations
  • Leadership Acumen
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Natural Gas Procedures and Industry Practices
  • Problem Solving, Waste Elimination, Automation, and Lean Methodology
  • Verbal and Written Communication, including Presentation Capabilities
  • Relationship Management with Internal/External Customers
  • High-Pressure Environment Performance
  • O&M and Capital Budgeting
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Extensive knowledge of highway roadwork

Timeline

Supervisor Gas Construction

Consumers Energy
10.2013 - Current

Heavy Equipment Operator

Concord Excavating & Grading Inc.
05.2012 - 10.2013

Heavy Equipment Operator

Eagle Excavating Inc.
05.2011 - 05.2012

Associate of Applied Science - Agricultural Business

Michigan State University

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