Director of Operations (EV Charging Deployment)

Company Overview

Our company was founded with great aspirations to reshape the industry as we know it. Our mission as a company is to make a real impact for the greater good of the communities.

Today, we are delivering a full range of infrastructure solutions for Telecommunications providers, Electric, Water & Gas Utilities, Wireless Carriers, and the Technology Deployment sector

As the Director of Operations you will hold a pivotal role in overseeing and optimizing the day-to-day operations of Energy5. Your primary focus will be to provide strategic leadership, streamline processes, and foster a culture of operational excellence. By working closely with internal teams, external partners, and key stakeholders, you will be instrumental in driving the company's mission to achieve our goals.

Responsibilities:

• Operations Management: Oversee and streamline daily operations across all departments to enhance efficiency and resolve issues.
• Business Development: Identify and pursue new opportunities, build key relationships, and develop strategic proposals to drive growth.
• Develop and implement operational strategies that align with the company's overall goalsand objectives.
• Collaborate with the executive team to set long-term goals and KPIs for the operationsdepartment.
• Lead and manage a high-performing operations team, providing coaching, mentorship,and professional development opportunities.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and accountability.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency andeffectiveness.
• Streamline workflows and procedures to maximize productivity and reduce operationalcosts.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key vendors, contractors, and partners toensure timely and cost-effective delivery of services and products.
• Negotiate and manage contracts, agreements, and service level agreements withvendors.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial management.
• Allocate resources efficiently to meet operational goals and objectives while maintainingfiscal responsibility.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant industry regulations, standards, and certifications.
• Identify and mitigate operational risks, implementing appropriate control measures.
• Work closely with other departments (e.g., Sales, Marketing, Finance) to align operationalactivities with overall business strategies.
• Conduct in-depth market research to identify new business opportunities, market trends,and customer needs in the energy efficiency and sustainability sector.
• Analyze competitor activities and industry developments to stay ahead of the curve.
• Develop and execute a comprehensive business development strategy to drive revenuegrowth and market expansion.
• Build and nurture strong, long-term relationships with existing and potential clients toensure customer satisfaction and retention.
• Identify target markets, segments, and customer profiles for Energy5's services andproducts.
• Lead efforts to acquire new clients, including residential, commercial, and industrialcustomers, through effective sales and marketing strategies.
• Generate regular reports and updates for the executive team on business developmentand operational activities and outcomes.

Requirements

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate for this role will bring relevant sector experience, a solid set of core skills, and an eagerness to learn.

5+ years of experience in a senior leadership role overseeing operations, preferably in the energy industry.

Demonstrated high level of strategic agility and desire to work in a complex and evolving environment and an innovation mindset.

Experience working on energy policy, legislation and/or regulation at the state and regional levels.

Prior experience leading a growing team.

Proven track record of developing and executing successful operational strategies.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performance teams.

Comfort working in a fast-paced start-up technology environment is essential.

Demonstrated high level of interpersonal skills required to effectively collaborate, motivate, and facilitate others in group situations.

Benefits

If it sounds like a great opportunity, look below to see what’s in it for you:

• Collaborative Environment: Thrive in a team-oriented setting with supportive colleagues and a positive atmosphere.
• Innovative Work Culture: Join a team that encourages creativity, innovative thinking, and unique solutions.
• Continuous Learning: Engage with new concepts, ideas, and frameworks through diverse projects that challenge you to excel.

Our culture

• Utilities One was established 6 years ago. From the wellhead to the end-user, we care about safety requirements, customer expectations, and prompt delivery. We serve both civil and industrial infrastructure, leveraging the newest technologies, and out-of-the-box solutions. Our areas of expertise cover 5 industries - being able to adapt to their ever-changing standards is the one thing we do best.
• Our corporate culture is designed to facilitate a safe and healthy environment. Our Focus stays on you. Whether we are talking about our employees or customers, we want you to feel that we care about your safety and do our best to ensure it.
• We are ready to handle any projects for the communication, electric power, pipeline, wireless, and technology industries.