Benefits: - 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
About the Role:NextNRG, Inc. is seeking an accomplished
Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead company-wide operations and accelerate growth across our energy, EV infrastructure, and clean-tech initiatives. This executive will drive operational excellence, scale emerging service lines, and strengthen our position as a leader in innovative energy solutions. The ideal candidate is a strategic operator with deep industry expertise and a passion for building high-performing teams in fast-moving environments.
Key ResponsibilitiesOperational & Financial Leadership- Own full operational P&L and partner with Finance on budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning.
- Improve gross margins through process discipline, resource optimization, and utilization management.
- Implement reporting frameworks to track profitability, performance, and capacity across departments.
- Use data and analytics to drive decision-making and evaluate operational and marketing effectiveness.
- Provide leadership input on pricing models, backlog forecasting, and growth initiatives.
Strategic Execution & Service Expansion- Partner with the executive team to develop and execute strategic plans, including new market expansion.
- Operationalize new and evolving service offerings across digital, technology, project management, and energy solutions.
- Ensure services are scalable, profitable, and consistently delivered.
- Identify and mitigate operational risks impacting performance or reputation.
Technology, AI & Systems Enablement- Evaluate and implement systems that enhance speed, quality, visibility, and client outcomes.
- Optimize the internal tech stack to support efficiency and scalability.
People Leadership & Organizational Development- Lead, mentor, and develop multi-disciplinary department leaders.
- Support hiring, onboarding, and performance management across the organization.
- Build a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure organizational structure aligns with strategy, workload, and growth.
Vendor, Partner & Client Management- Select, negotiate, and manage third-party vendors and technology partners.
- Maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
- Review and negotiate contracts, scopes of work, and proposals.
Energy, Utility & Infrastructure Oversight- Bring deep experience in electric utility construction and energy infrastructure.
- Oversee Microgrid, Delivery, Due Diligence, and Industrial service lines.
- Lead execution of utility-scale solar and wireless EV projects.
Operations Management- Identify, analyze, and implement energy and efficiency projects.
- Prepare and manage departmental budgets and monitor expenditure.
- Oversee daily operations to ensure efficiency, quality, and compliance.
- Review and approve takeoffs, requirements, and preconstruction deliverables.
- Lead internal review meetings to assess risk, scope, and strategy.
- Collaborate with project management to ensure smooth project turnover.
- Develop competitive pricing strategies and maintain strong vendor relationships.
Success Metrics- Revenue retention and reduced churn
- Client satisfaction and relationship strength
- Operational efficiency and utilization
- Margin improvement
- On-time, on-scope project delivery
- Adoption of AI and data-driven workflows
- Team productivity, accountability, and leadership effectiveness
Qualifications- 10+ years of senior operations leadership in the energy sector, EV infrastructure, consultancy, construction, or similar complex service environment.
- Extensive background in energy or EV infrastructure (10+ years required).
- Proven experience leading multi-disciplinary teams.
- Strong financial, operational, and strategic acumen.
- Demonstrated success implementing process discipline and operational accountability.
- Experience integrating technology, data, and automation into operations.
- Exceptional leadership, mentoring, and client relationship-building skills.
- Thrives in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments.
- Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred.
- Authorized to work in US
