Operations Director

H&MV Engineering is a global leader in high-voltage electrical engineering, powering the transition to a sustainable future. We’re at the cutting-edge of renewable energy, data centers, and complex utility projects - powered by a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.

Our foundation is built on safety, collaboration, and respect. These values shape how we work, how we lead, and how we grow. And at H&MV Engineering, growth isn’t just a goal, it’s a mindset.

We invest in our people, offering opportunities to develop, lead, and shape the future of energy. We value passion, motivation, and problem-solving skills, and we believe that diverse perspectives fuel better outcomes.

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About the Role:

H&MV Engineering is seeking an experienced Operations Director – Data Centers to lead and optimize operational performance across the region. This role is responsible for ensuring successful project execution, driving operational excellence, supporting business growth, and maintaining strong client relationships.

The Operations Director will oversee both Electrical and Civil, Structural & Architectural (CSA) project scopes and provide strategic and operational leadership across multiple projects and teams. This position requires a results-driven leader with significant experience managing complex EPC, utility, or high-voltage infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Leadership & Project Execution

• Lead the successful delivery of projects, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Provide oversight of project operations from planning through commissioning and closeout.
• Optimize operational processes and resource allocation to maximize project performance and efficiency.
• Foster a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with engineering, procurement, construction, and project management teams to achieve business objectives.
• Ensure compliance with applicable engineering standards, local regulations, and company policies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and other key stakeholders.

Business Growth & Client Development

• Support the continued expansion of H&MV Engineering's presence throughout the US.
• Partner with commercial and business development teams to identify growth opportunities and secure new business.
• Participate in proposal development, contract negotiations, and strategic planning initiatives.
• Maintain strong client relationships, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and successful project outcomes.
• Develop and strengthen regional supplier and subcontractor networks to support project execution and scalability.

Financial & Performance Management

• Drive financial performance by managing budgets, cost controls, forecasting, and project profitability.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure operational effectiveness.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and operational efficiencies.
• Oversee workforce planning and resource utilization to ensure project demands are met.

Leadership & Talent Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop multidisciplinary teams across engineering, construction, project management, and support functions.
• Build a high-performance culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Support succession planning, employee development, and talent retention initiatives.
• Ensure alignment with H&MV Engineering's global standards, processes, and best practices.

Qualifications:

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in operations, engineering, construction, or project management within high-voltage infrastructure, utilities, power delivery, renewable energy, or EPC environments.
• Demonstrated experience leading large-scale infrastructure projects and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:

• Strong understanding of high-voltage substations, grid interconnections, transmission and distribution infrastructure, and EPC project delivery.
• Experience working within European regulatory and permitting environments.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and people management skills.
• Excellent strategic planning, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Proven ability to build relationships and influence internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong financial acumen, including experience with budgeting, forecasting, cost management, and performance reporting.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to travel as required throughout the region.

Why Join H&MV Engineering?

• Opportunity to lead major energy and infrastructure projects that support the global energy transition.
• Work with a rapidly growing international organization at the forefront of the high-voltage sector.
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture focused on innovation and continuous improvement.
• Career growth opportunities within a global organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer

H&MV Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Build the Future With Us

If you're a strategic leader passionate about operational excellence, project delivery, and building high-performing teams, we'd love to hear from you.

Join H&MV Engineering and help power the future of energy.

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