Director, Operations

Quanta-Services; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group (QISG) seeks a Director of Operations to oversee day-to-day operations and partner with executive management to set strategic goals. The role guides policy updates and aligns operational activities with business objectives.

You will plan, design, engineer and manage projects, lead project teams, and drive productivity while maintaining safety standards across service territories. Travel up to 50% is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Construction Science/Management, Engineering, or equivalent.
• 10+ years’ experience in Operational Management overseeing major projects in the power delivery industry.
• 5+ years’ experience managing employees.
• Travel: Yes, up to 50%.

Responsibilities

• Assists executives in long- and short-range planning, policies, programs and objectives.
• Develops project plans and leads project teams to meet customer needs.
• Achieves optimum employee production levels through direct leadership.
• Interfaces with clients and leads client-focused teams to meet operational goals.
• Directs department managers to achieve goals under policy and safety standards.
• Identifies and implements changes to improve productivity and reduce costs.
• Leads multi-unit teams on major projects across service territories.
• Initiates and coordinates major projects and client base development.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Team building

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Construction Science/Management or Engineering (or equivalent)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About Us

QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects.

Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients.

About this Role

The Director, Operations at Quanta Infrastructure Solutions Group (QISG) is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the organization and liaising with executive management to make decisions for operational activities. This position is also responsible for helping to update and develop policy and set strategic goals.

What You'll Do

• Assists the Vice President, Operations and other executives in the development and formulation of long- and short-range planning, policies, programs, and objectives
• Develops project plans and leads project teams to meet the needs of individual customers
• Achieves optimum employee production levels through direct leadership of the organization
• Interfaces with clients and leads client focused teams to meet operational objectives of the organization
• Directs and monitors department managers in the accomplishment of goals consistent with established policies and safety procedures
• Acts as liaison between department management and subordinate levels, as well as executive and department-manager levels
• Identifies, recommends, and implements changes to improve productivity and reduce cost among various business and operating units
• Leads multi operating unit teams to complete major projects across various service territories
• Develops new client bases and major projects, centered on technical requirements
• Initiates and coordinates major projects
• Adheres to internal standards, policies, and procedures
• Performs special projects and completes other job-related duties as assigned

What You’ll Bring

Required Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Construction Science/Management, Engineering, or equivalent field; equivalent work experience, or combination of work and education, may be substituted
• 10+ years’ experience in Operational Management overseeing/managing major projects in the power delivery industry; ability to demonstrate thorough knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment used in transmission, distribution, and substation work
• 5+ years’ experience managing employees

Skills

• Ability to manage/supervise other team members effectively
• Strong problem evaluation/solving skills
• Strong team building skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written)
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office)

Travel Requirements

• Travel: Yes
• Percent of Time: Up to 50%

Compensation Range

The anticipated compensation for this position is USD $200,000.00/Yr. - USD $250,000.00/Yr. depending on experience and qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.