Strategic Operations & Executive Partner

VoltaGrid; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

VoltaGrid in Houston is seeking a Chief of Staff to partner with the Chief Operating Officer, translating strategic priorities into disciplined execution across energy infrastructure, construction, manufacturing, and asset lifecycle activities.

The successful candidate will bring structure to complex programs, manage cross-functional alignment, and provide executive-ready insights to support decision-making and corporate cadence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree or PMP preferred.
• Ten or more years in operations, program or project management, finance, sourcing, consulting, or executive support in infrastructure, energy, construction, industrial, or similarly complex environment.
• Demonstrated success driving multiple complex initiatives to measurable results across functions and stakeholders.
• Strong commercial acumen, including the ability to assess cost, schedule, contractual, and operational risk.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop clear executive-level briefings and facilitate difficult decisions.
• Proven ability to influence without direct authority, build trust with senior leaders, and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Highly organized, analytical, and adaptable in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Responsibilities

• Drive execution of the company's highest-priority initiatives by establishing clear owners, milestones, dependencies, and follow-through.
• Maintain executive-level visibility into portfolio performance, critical-path activities, and emerging operational or commercial risks.
• Convert leadership decisions and commitments into sequenced workplans, accountability mechanisms, and timely escalation when executive intervention is needed.
• Develop reporting and operating rhythms that improve decision speed, accountability, and execution across concurrent programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Influence without authority

Analytical thinking

Commercial acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree or PMP

Job description

VoltaGrid in Houston is seeking a Chief of Staff to partner with the Chief Operating Officer, translating strategic priorities into disciplined execution across energy infrastructure, construction, manufacturing, and asset lifecycle activities.

The successful candidate will bring structure to complex programs, manage cross-functional alignment, and provide executive-ready insights to support decision-making and corporate cadence.