Director of Operations

Insight Global; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Career development

Employee assistance program

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Director of Operations for a large Southwest utility provider to build and lead a new Operations Portfolio Management organization. Reporting to the COO, you will oversee six managers and their teams to drive governance, delivery, and operational excellence.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in operations leadership within engineering/utilities, PMP, Lean/Six Sigma, and a proven ability to influence executives while implementing Lean improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field.
• 10+ years leading operations in engineering/utilities/construction.
• 5+ years of leadership overseeing program leaders and teams.
• PMP certification is required.
• Experience with Lean/Six Sigma and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Drive enterprise-wide project and program management best practices across utility operations.
• Oversee portfolio planning, prioritization, and budgeting.
• Coordinate resources, risk management, and project delivery.
• Partner with leaders across Energy Delivery, Generation, Transmission, and Energy Resources.
• Champion Operational Excellence and Lean methodologies.
• Develop performance metrics and predictive insights to improve outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder influence

Strategic planning

Operational excellence

Lean/Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's Degree or higher in Business Administration or related

10+ years of relevant experience leading operations in engineering, utilities, or construction

5+ years of leadership experience overseeing program leaders and teams

Tools

PMP Certification

Lean Six Sigma experience

Job description

Location

Tucson, AZ (relocation package provided + dedicated support for housing, schooling, etc.)

Compensation

$180,000 - $220,000 base annual + 20% bonus

OVERVIEW

A large utility provider in the Southwest is seeking a Director of Operations to build and lead a newly established Operations Portfolio Management organization within the company. This individual will report directly into the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and oversee six Managers and their respective teams, driving operational excellence, portfolio governance, and project execution. The ideal candidate is an experienced leader that is passionate about strengthening project and program management while partnering closely with executive leadership to deliver strategic business objectives.

Responsibilities Include:

• Drive enterprise-wide project and program management best practices across utility operations.
• Oversee portfolio planning, prioritization, resource allocation, budgeting, risk management, and project delivery.
• Partner with leaders across Energy Delivery, Generation, Transmission, and Energy Resources to ensure successful execution of critical initiatives.
• Champion Operational Excellence, Lean methodologies, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Develop performance metrics and predictive insights to improve project outcomes and organizational effectiveness.
• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, collaboration, and execution.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Business Administration or related
• 10+ years of relevant experience leading operations in engineering, utilities, or construction organizations
• 5+ years of leadership experience overseeing program leaders and teams
• PMP Certification is required
• Proven experience in Lean/Six Sigma methodologies and practices
• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels

Compensation

$180,000 - $220,000 base annual + 20% bonus. Exact compensation will depend on individual experience, skills, and education.

Benefits

Eligible employees will have the option to participate in medical, vision, dental, and additional insurance plans. Additional benefits include paid holidays, paid time off, continued career development, employee assistance programs, 401(k) with company match, and more.