Vice President, Energy and Utilities-2601240SB01

Ardmore Roderick•Chicago, IL

4d•$235,200 - $259,640•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a new Vice President of Energy and Utilities to join our team at Ardmore Roderick. In this role, you will be responsible for leading all strategic and tactical efforts and spearheading the operations, growth, profit and sustainability of the Utilities sector. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about leading our team of Utilities experts and solving our current and future client needs. This position will be based out of our Chicago, IL location.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering and / or business
Possess expertise in leading the identification and capture of new clients at a national level
Strong experience in an external consultant capacity of generating new business opportunities, running large programs and projects with clients such as ComEd, PECO, Exelon, Entergy or other similar US based energy company providers
Minimum of ten (10) years of proven experience in a similar leadership role
Direct experience managing the P&L for a division
Advanced knowledge of the electric or gas utility industry
Have a diverse background that has spent time in different roles with both consulting and utility provider organization experience
Have a passion for growing and mentoring team members, creating an environment that fosters strong team growth and collaboration with exceptional problem-solving skills for our client’s needs

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree(s)
Knowledge of electrical or gas transmission and / or distribution design and construction

Responsibilities

Provides oversight of financial statements and operational processes, evaluating and standardizing operational processes and ensuring the utilities sector's profitability to meet or exceed annual budget
Develop and lead the overall strategic plan for the business unit long term growth
Provides accurate forecasting of department financial and staffing goals
Executive contact for external client industry and partner relationships
Manages a business unit consisting of engineers, technicians and administrative personnel
Collaborate with other Ardmore Roderick leaders to support the company’s goals and initiatives including utilization
Monitor performance metrics and ensure compliance with industry standards
Develops and fosters nationwide growth by identifying opportunities with existing and new clients coupled with sustainable workflow
Lead pursuit strategy for key client accounts and new potential clients
Develops team members by mentoring, cultivating relationships and leading with integrity
Monitors team performance to ensure group’s compliance to quality, contract scopes, schedules, budgets and procedures
Identifies unique growth and innovation opportunities within the sector
Participates in the RFP/RFQ process including leading scope development, preparation of project approach, technical execution plans, schedules and interviews
Be collaborative with other Ardmore Roderick business lines that might create cross selling opportunities that drive the bottom line for our overall business profitability