General Manager & VP, Power

Ulteig Engineers, Inc.; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 250,000 - 325,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Workplace

Employee Ownership

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Collaborative Environment

Innovative Culture

Job summary

Ulteig Engineers, Inc. seeks a General Manager (GM) and VP, Power to lead the Power BU with P&L responsibility and strategic direction. You will guide substation and T&D engineering teams, project management, and the Power Market group, reporting to the COO as part of the Ulteig Leadership Team.

You will influence strategy, allocate resources, and drive performance, growth, and operational excellence across the Power organization while collaborating with CXO peers and external clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field is required.
• Master's degree in Engineering or Business Administration preferred.
• At least 12 years of experience; 15+ preferred in engineering consulting or critical infrastructure.
• At least five years leading a functional group or multiple teams.
• Willingness to travel up to 40% and authorization to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction for the Power BU aligned with Ulteig's plan.
• Lead the Power leadership team to set budgets and targets and ensure profitability.
• Develop 3-5 year Power Market Strategy with leadership input.
• Oversee operating departments and ensure delivery quality and capability.
• Engage with clients and communities; build executive relationships.
• Collaborate with CXO and ULT members on execution of strategic initiatives.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Executive communication

P&L management

Business planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Master's degree in Engineering or Business Administration preferred

Job description

The Opportunity

The General Manager (GM) and VP, Power has leadership responsibility over the Ulteig Power business unit (BU) and its associated P&L. This includes business unit strategic direction, sales/growth, delivery, profitability, and overall business performance of the Power BU. Reporting to this position are the technical departments that primarily serve the Power BU (Substation and Transmission & Distribution [T&D] engineering departments and Project Management) as well as the Power Market department. The position is a member of the Ulteig Leadership Team (ULT) and reports to the Chief Operating Officer.

The GM and VP, Power will ensure organizational alignment and clarity, and successful execution of the company's short and long-term strategies, business plans, and strategic objectives. This role will lead strategic capability and capacity development, in addition to guiding and positively influencing broader business, client, and partner development initiatives as needed.

What You'll Do

Business & Organizational Performance and Strategic Leadership

• Provides strategic direction to the Power BU in alignment with the Ulteig's Strategic Plan.
• Leads the Power leadership team to set annual budgets and business targets based on Ulteig's Strategic Plan, Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and Power Territory Sales Plan (TSP). This includes responsibility for the overall profitability of the business.
• Work in concert with Power market leaders to develop the 3-5 year Power Market Strategy to expand and diversify our client base.
• Provides leadership oversight to operating departments and market teams, holding them accountable to expectations for results, quality and delivery.
• Ensures that technical services/delivery teams are appropriately resourced and committed to service quality and operational excellence.
• Actively engages with and provides thought leadership to our clients, the external market (Power Lifeline Sector), and communities we serve.
• Supports Power market teams and Client Team Leads (CTL) by developing and maintaining executive-level relationships with key clients.
• Works collaboratively with CXO and other ULT members.
• Utilizes market and industry data to drive business evolution, innovation, and improvement to ensure the long-term success of the Power BU and Ulteig.
• Partners closely with shared services leaders to ensure strategies and actions are in alignment with the Power BU.
• Provides sponsorship and leadership as necessary for Strategic Plan Bold Steps and other priorities and initiatives.
• Provides support to Chief Operating Officer, Director of Corporate Development and other Ulteig leaders regarding Ulteig merge & acquisition (M&A) and strategic partnership activities as needed.

People Leadership

• Ensure the appropriate organizational structure and leaders are in place to deliver commercial and delivery excellence.
• Collaborates across 'first team' of Business Unit leader peers across the Operating Business.
• Provides leadership support, development investments and coaching to direct reports, and ensures that Power BU leadership team members appropriately optimize performance and leadership development that supports succession of key positions.
• Creates and distributes key messages with Power BU leaders and staff.
• Ensures that key Ulteig and leadership communications are appropriately shared with Power BU leadership and others as appropriate.
• Commits to a safe work environment for employees and stakeholders.
• Acts as a role model to uphold Ulteig's core Values and Ulteig leadership brand.
• Builds an ownership culture that promotes inclusion, growth, and engagement.

Business Process

• Establishes guiding principles and high-level policies to guide the business.
• Fosters an environment where quality, innovation, and continuous improvement are recognized and rewarded.
• Ensures that effective risk management and change management activities are implemented to support the business.

Scope

• Leads the Power BU staff consisting of the Directors of the Power operating and market departments.
• Provides direct management responsibility, strategic leadership, coordination of activities and administrative oversight with operating budget responsibility.
• Reports to the Chief Operating Officer.
• Work collaboratively with CXO and broader ULT members on the overall execution of the company's short- and long-term strategies, business plans, and strategic initiatives.
• Additional duties may include tasks beyond what is listed, such as special projects, assisting colleagues, or new initiatives. A willingness to adapt to changing priorities and support team efforts enhances collaboration and growth opportunities.

What We Expect from You

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business or related field.
• Master's degree in Engineering or Business Administration preferred.
• 12 years of experience required / 15+ years of experience preferred working in engineering consulting, critical infrastructure, technical services or performing work similar in scope at other types of organizations.
• At least five years leading a functional group, market or multiple teams with demonstrated success in employee development, succession management, coaching, hiring and performance management.
• Strong business planning, management, and organizational experience.
• Demonstrated record of setting challenging goals and maintaining organizational accountability to achieve results.
• Significant experience and knowledge in the Power Lifeline Sector preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 40% of time to meet with clients, partners and employees.
• Must have authorization to work permanently in the U.S.

Leadership Dimensions

• Creates a compelling vision for the future and converts organizational strategy into action-oriented goals.
• Leads and collaborates through team orientation.
• Think(s) strategically, objectively and analytically; considers future implications of plans and weighs the benefits and risks of actions.
• Creates energy and motivation in self and team.
• Builds a culture of employee growth and development in the Power BU departments.
• Promotes a culture of client satisfaction through metrics, communication and accountability.
• Consistently displays integrity, respect and high ethical standards and values.
• Anticipates changes in business conditions and ensures appropriate communication and action is taken to manage these changes.
• Searches for solutions through tools and processes; drives continuous improvement and constantly raises the bar to stretch achievement levels.
• Bases decisions on facts and data; adopts a disciplined approach.
• Displays results orientation and initiative; conveys a sense of urgency and drives issues to closure.
• Displays an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Displays cabinet responsibility - actively engages in discussions and openly supports team decisions.
• Maintains a sense of perspective and ability to see the big picture while balancing operational priorities.

What You Can Expect from Ulteig

Ulteig is a purpose driven organization that has built a culture focused on people - both our clients and our employees -for over 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities to make an impact by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We recognize our success relies heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. We prioritize flexibility and staying connected to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals. We value your unique perspective, respect your individuality and celebrate your contributions. At Ulteig, we take our own success and the success of our clients personally.

We offer our team members:

• Flexible Workplace
• Employee Ownership
• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Collaborative Environment
• Innovative Culture

Our vision is to be the most trusted partners transforming our world's critical infrastructure. Ulteig connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors, including Power, Renewables, Transportation and Water. Ulteig is a trusted partner in engineering North America's essential infrastructure and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients.

At Ulteig, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid or in office. Regardless of where you work, you are empowered to build a workday that best suits your strengths. We strive to ensure a balance and separation between home and work life. We support a flexible working schedule so employees are able to focus on what's important to them.

Ulteig is a Drug Free Workplace

ACHIEVE | GROW | COLLABORATE

Additional Opportunity Details

Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $250,000 - $325,000

* Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role and comparison to other employees already in this role

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