Senior Director C&I Operations

We are seeking a highly skilled and driven Senior Director of C&I Operations to lead the successful delivery of Commercial & Industrial (C&I) projects within our Energy business. This role will oversee the execution of Distributed Energy Resources (DER) and energy efficiency solutions for our C&I and Utility customers—ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality and safety standards.

The Senior Director will be responsible for building operational excellence, managing cross-functional teams, ensuring customer satisfaction, and scaling delivery capabilities as demand for DER and efficiency solutions continues to grow. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Strategic Leadership 

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of C&I projects across DER and energy efficiency portfolios. 
• Translate business strategy into actionable operational plans that drive growth and profitability. 
• Partner with executive leadership to refine delivery models, processes, and KPIs. 

Project & Operations Management 

• Oversee planning, scheduling, and execution of project delivery, installation, and commissioning.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, environmental, and safety requirements.
• Implement best practices in project controls, risk management, and quality assurance.
• Manage budgets, cost forecasts, and resource allocation to meet financial targets. 

Team Leadership & Development 

• Build and lead a high-performing team of project managers, engineers, and field personnel as needed. 
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. 
• Mentor and develop staff to expand technical and leadership capabilities. 

Customer & Stakeholder Engagement 

• Act as the senior point of contact for key C&I customers, ensuring satisfaction and repeat business. 
• Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, Offering & M&V teams to scope, design, and deliver tailored solutions. 
• Build and maintain relationships with external contractors, vendors, and regulatory authorities. 

Continuous Improvement & Innovation 

• Drive process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and shorten project delivery timelines. 
• Monitor emerging technologies and market trends in DER, storage, and efficiency solutions. 
• Contribute to business development and proposal strategies by providing operational expertise. 

YOU MUST HAVE

• 10+ years of experience in energy, utilities, construction, or infrastructure delivery, with at least 5 years in a senior operations leadership role. 
• Proven track record in delivering large-scale C&I energy projects (DER, energy efficiency, renewables, storage, solar PV, etc.). 
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing multimillion-dollar budgets and P&L responsibility. 
• Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills. 
• Deep knowledge of project management methodologies, health & safety compliance, and energy regulations. 

WE VALUE

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, Energy Management, or related field. 
• Master’s degree in engineering, Business Administration, or Energy Management. 
• PMP or equivalent project management certification. 
• Experience with smart grid, microgrids, EV infrastructure, and integrated energy solutions. 
• Familiarity with performance contracting and energy services agreements (ESAs/PPAs). 

Success in Role: 

• On-time, on-budget/ below budget delivery of projects with strong customer satisfaction metrics. 
• Operational processes that enable scalability and repeatability across projects. 
• A high-performing, engaged, and safety-conscious operations team. 
• Strong alignment with overall company mission to accelerate clean energy adoption
• Annual operating plan delivery on financials