Energy Sector Operations Leader - Flexible Work

Olsson; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 161,000 - 349,000; Full time

Job summary

Olsson in Omaha, Nebraska seeks a Sector Operations Leader to oversee the Energy market's financial performance and day-to-day operations. You’ll build the operational structure to support growth, align teams, and strengthen project delivery, technical excellence, and innovation.

The role requires strong business acumen, experience in project-based consulting, and the ability to translate strategy into reliable results across the sector, with leadership over Senior Team Leaders, Project

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, sciences, construction, planning, landscape architecture, or a related field preferred. An associate degree with equivalent experience will also be considered.
• 12+ years of experience in the consulting industry, including 5+ years of leadership and management experience.
• Strong understanding of project-based consulting, financial performance, profit and loss results, resource planning, and staff utilization.
• Proven success attracting, developing, and retaining talented staff while building productive, high performing teams.
• Ability to identify trends, plan strategically, influence technical leaders, manage risk, and communicate effectively across teams, markets, and the firm.

Responsibilities

• Set financial and operational direction: Develop and execute sector strategies that align with market priorities and firmwide goals.
• Lead project delivery: Provide oversight to Senior Team Leaders, Senior Project Managers, Technical Experts, and Digital Solutions leaders responsible for successful delivery across the sector.
• Drive financial performance: Monitor sector and team performance, identify opportunities, and help each business unit operate successfully.
• Optimize resources and utilization: Coordinate staffing and capacity across business units while maximizing the use of technology and innovation.
• Connect teams and leaders: Strengthen communication and coordination within the sector and across the firm to support cohesive decision‑making and execution.
• Develop high‑performing teams: Partner with senior leaders to build efficient project teams, grow staff, and deliver high‑quality project outcomes.
• Anticipate sector needs: Identify market trends, client needs, and emerging technologies that could affect performance, then translate those insights into action.
• Manage risk and compliance: Ensure appropriate oversight of risk management strategies, regulatory requirements, and applicable industry standards.
• Represent Olsson externally: Serve as a professional representative of the sector and firm at conferences, industry forums, media interviews, and other events.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Strategic thinking

Financial acumen

Staff development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Associate degree with equivalent experience considered

Job description

Olsson in Omaha, Nebraska seeks a Sector Operations Leader to oversee the Energy market's financial performance and day-to-day operations. You’ll build the operational structure to support growth, align teams, and strengthen project delivery, technical excellence, and innovation.

The role requires strong business acumen, experience in project-based consulting, and the ability to translate strategy into reliable results across the sector, with leadership over Senior Team Leaders, Project