Project Director, Energy and Infrastructure (Raleigh, NC)

Linxon•Raleigh, NC

6d•$135,300 - $261,200•Hybrid

About The Position

Linxon is hiring a Project Director to lead large-scale electrical transmission and civil construction projects. The role provides strategic leadership across complex, multimillion-dollar programs from initiation through completion, with accountability for safe, high-quality, profitable delivery on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with customer expectations and business objectives. The Project Director develops high-performing teams, mitigates risks, strengthens client relationships, and optimizes project performance in the transmission and energy infrastructure market. The role champions safety, health, environmental stewardship, and quality; oversees permits, approvals, and legal documentation; and establishes project quality plans. It leads project managers and cross-functional teams, manages portfolios and resources, monitors financial and operational performance, supports business development and tendering, and represents Linxon with customers and stakeholders. The position is hybrid in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Requirements

Proven experience delivering electrical transmission projects, including civil construction components.
Demonstrated success managing large-scale, multimillion-dollar infrastructure, engineering, or transmission projects from inception through completion.
Expertise in risk mitigation, opportunity management, and strategies that improve project performance and profitability.
Strong commercial and business mindset, with the ability to align project goals with organizational objectives.
Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.
Strong organizational and project management capabilities, including developing, implementing, and improving processes.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
Ability to manage multiple stakeholders, priorities, and competing demands while maintaining project momentum.
Proactive approach, strong initiative, creativity, and perseverance, while complying with company values and Code of Conduct.
Ability to remain composed and decisive under pressure and navigate unexpected challenges and critical project situations.
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience delivering complex transmission market projects.

Nice To Haves

Project management credentials such as PMP or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

Champion safety, health, environmental stewardship, and quality, ensuring compliance with company, customer, and regulatory requirements.
Secure permits, approvals, and legal documentation needed for project execution.
Establish and enforce project quality plans throughout the project lifecycle.
Lead large-scale, multimillion-dollar transmission and construction projects to achieve commercial, technical, and operational objectives.
Develop and execute cost-effective project strategies that meet profitability, schedule, quality, and performance targets.
Monitor project progress, financial performance, and resource utilization.
Lead and mentor project managers and cross-functional teams.
Manage project portfolios, resource planning, workforce allocation, recruitment needs, and performance challenges.
Secure and allocate resources while balancing budget, scope, risk, and schedule.
Make strategic decisions aligning project execution with organizational goals, market conditions, and business priorities.
Direct all phases of the project lifecycle, managing risks, changes, and stakeholder expectations.
Share project insights and industry expertise with sales and tendering teams to support proposals and order capture.
Act as the senior customer representative for assigned projects and build strong customer partnerships.
Collaborate with supply chain partners to evaluate, select, and negotiate subcontractor agreements.
Communicate project status, milestones, risks, and opportunities to clients, stakeholders, and project teams.
Maintain working relationships with customers and stakeholders to support business growth and repeat opportunities.
Monitor market trends, emerging technologies, competitor activities, and industry developments.
Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks to prevent delays, protect profitability, and safeguard the company's reputation.
Identify and pursue project opportunities with customers, suppliers, and subcontractors to improve commercial value and outcomes.