Director, Eastern Region

STRIKE; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy infrastructure company is seeking a Director for the Eastern Region to oversee operations and business development across multiple states including Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. The role requires at least 10 years of experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. A strong focus on client relationships and financial acumen is essential. Candidates should be strategic thinkers with proven leadership skills. The position may involve travel and requires compliance with company policies.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of industry experience with at least 3 years in a senior leadership role.
• Experience in business development and operations management in energy infrastructure.
• Strong understanding of capital facilities and midstream operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations and business development for the Eastern Region.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Drive high-quality execution and accountability to financial metrics.
• Develop regional workforce plans and succession planning.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Client relationship management

Financial acumen

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or Construction Management

Job description

The Director, Eastern Region will plan, direct, coordinate, and oversee operations activities within Strike’s Eastern footprint, ensuring development and implementation of efficient, cost-effective systems to meet both current and future organizational needs. This region encompasses Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia, as well as surrounding states including Virginia, Kentucky, Michigan, Maryland, Tennessee, North Carolina and South Carolina.

This region represents a strategic growth area for capital facilities, pipeline integrity, measurement, and maintenance supporting key clients across the Marcellus, Utica, and Appalachian basins, as well as midstream and downstream infrastructure in the Mid-Atlantic.

Developing and enhancing client relationships, attracting new business, and growing the value of current business relationships is expected to be aligned with and of equal importance to achieving operational excellence. This role reports to the Sr. Vice President of Operations & Services.

This position may be based in Pittsburgh, PA . Ohio, or West Virginia.

Primary Job Function

• Execute operational and business development strategies to achieve financial and performance goals for the Eastern Region.
• Lead day-to-day operations focused on capital facilities, pipeline integrity, and maintenance projects within the Midstream and Downstream sectors.
• Develop and expand relationships with regional clients and stakeholders to secure new work and enhance market presence.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with other Strike business units to integrate services and maximize client value.
• Drive safe, efficient, and high-quality execution across all project scopes, maintaining accountability to EBITDA and operational performance metrics.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities aligned with Strike’s long‑term growth strategy.
• Develop regional workforce plans, including leadership development, resourcing, and succession planning.
• Review and monitor financial reports, project estimates, and cost‑control metrics to ensure profitability and productivity.
• Represent the region in executive meetings and performance reviews, providing operational updates and insights.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement across teams.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of industry‑related experience with at least 3 years in a senior leadership or multi‑division management role.
• Minimum 5–7 years of experience in business development, operations management, or project leadership in Midstream, Downstream, or Energy Infrastructure construction and maintenance.
• Proven success managing capital facilities and integrity projects across multiple clients and geographies.

Education/Training

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Additional certifications or continuing education in energy infrastructure, project management, or operations leadership preferred.
• Strong leadership with ability to build high‑performing regional teams.
• Deep understanding of capital facilities, pipeline integrity, and midstream operations.
• Strong business development and client relationship management skills.
• Financial acumen with proven ability to manage P&L, budgets, and cost control.
• Strategic thinker with operational follow‑through.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Commitment to safety and compliance culture.
• Ability to lead collaboratively while maintaining accountability for results.

Other Criteria

• Requires travel across Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and surrounding states; includes both driving and air travel.
• Complies with Strike’s policies and procedures.
• Complies with Strike’s Drug & Alcohol Policy maintaining favorable drug testing results throughout employment.
• Performs job safely with respect to others, property and individual safety.
• Works effectively with others to encourage teamwork and productivity.
• Authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available