Director of Operations

RMS Energy

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

We’re looking for a Director to oversee, develop, and maintain the highest standards of reliability, compliance, and performance for west operations. This includes directing quality assurance initiatives, leading a team of technical professionals, and ensuring full regulatory and industry compliance with standards. The Director will serve as a strategic leader, interfacing regularly with engineering, operations, project teams, clients, vendors, and executive leadership. This is a mission-critical, high-responsibility leadership role requiring extensive field and office-based coordination, full understanding of field and commissioning lifecycle management, and ongoing oversight of risk management, system performance analytics, audit readiness, and organizational compliance.

Requirements

• 10+ years of technical experience in field commissioning, relay testing, system modeling, fault studies, or QA/QC in the power industry
• 5+ years of progressive management experience leading technical teams and multi-discipline projects
• Proficiency in standards such as IEEE C37, NERC PRC, IEC 61850, NETA, and ISO 9001
• Working knowledge of SCADA, substation automation, PLCs, and EMS/DMS integration
• Proven ability to develop and enforce quality procedures, commissioning checklists, and technical acceptance criteria
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and industry software such as SEL AcSELerator, Doble, Aspen OneLiner, and ETAP
• Exceptional communication, analytical, and presentation skills with a strong customer focus, including the ability to explain complex technical topics to diverse audiences
• Excellent organizational, time management, leadership, and decision-making skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related field from an accredited institution
• Must successfully complete a background check and pre-employment/random drug tests
• Valid driver’s license
• Must be willing and able to travel frequently (up to 30%), including overnight stays

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree or advanced technical certification is preferred.
• NETA certification

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day oversight of the Field Services and Commissioning portfolio, delivering projects on schedule, within budget, and at or above target margins
• Track schedule performance, cost, and scope adherence, applying corrective action plans to underperforming projects
• Guide disciplines spanning physical design, protection & control, electrical apparatus testing & maintenance, acceptance testing & commissioning, NETA testing, and emergency and outage work
• Uphold compliance with client standards, NESC, IEEE, NEC, and regional utility requirements
• Maintain a Quality Management framework aligned with the Divisional QMS
• Own operational KPIs, including Direct Labor Multiplier, gross margin, utilization, profitability, and margin trends
• Contribute to annual budget planning and quarterly financial reviews and produce accurate revenue forecasts and backlog reporting
• Lead recovery strategies for distressed projects
• Manage delivery and technical risk across all active projects, steering decisions away from unnecessary high-risk exposure
• Enforce change management and scope control, and champion innovation, digital design tools, and automation within workflows
• Align staffing plans with backlog and workload, balancing resources across offices to maximize efficiency
• Set clear performance metrics and foster accountability within delivery teams
• Build performance dashboards tracking schedule, cost, and margin
• Scale operational systems to support sustainable growth without margin erosion
• Safeguard a consistent client experience through disciplined delivery
• Shape proposal strategy, fee development, and interview presentations
• Represent RMS Energy at industry conferences and leadership forums
• Cultivate long-term partnerships and cross-selling opportunities

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation – Overtime potential and merit-based raises
• Full Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision coverage fully paid for employees, starting the month after hire
• Steady Employment & Career Growth – Be part of a fast-growing company with promotion potential
• 401(k) with Company Match – Traditional & Roth options + free investment guidance
• Top-Tier Equipment – Provided to support you in the field
• Compensated Travel Time plus Per Diem
• Education Support – Paid training, certifications, and industry memberships
• Generous PTO – Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• Employee Assistance Program – Legal, financial, and mental wellness support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director