Field Operations Director-Utility Construction

Kimmel & Associates Inc.

$225K — $290K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in construction, utilities, or energy sectors.
  • 10+ years in senior leadership roles with strategic oversight responsibilities.
  • Experience in scaling operations across multiple regions or states.
  • Proven ability to navigate complex union environments.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee strategic execution of construction and field operations across various projects.
  • Ensure project deliverables meet design, budget, and schedule requirements.
  • Lead workforce planning and compliance in multi-state, unionized environments.
  • Cultivate a zero-incident safety culture through collaboration with safety leadership.
  • Optimize resource utilization and supply chain logistics.
  • Mentor and develop field leadership for succession planning.
  • Enhance relationships with clients, agencies, and contractors, ensuring collaboration.
  • Drive continuous improvement and change management initiatives across operations.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and paid time off.
  • Opportunity for high visibility and impact in a growing organization.
  • Role in shaping operational strategy for a rapidly expanding renewables sector.
  • Leadership opportunity within a company focused on safety, innovation, and growth.
Full Job Description
About the Position

The Field Operations Director is a critical executive leadership role responsible for the safe, profitable, and high-quality execution of all field operations across assigned markets and projects.

Reporting to the Vice President & General Manager, this leader will oversee General Superintendents, Superintendents, and field teams while driving operational excellence across safety, workforce planning, production, financial performance, and compliance.

This role is ideal for a seasoned construction executive who thrives in complex, multi-state environments and is passionate about building scalable systems, developing high-performing teams, and delivering best-in-class project outcomes. The position will be based in either Sacramento or San Diego.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide strategic oversight of construction and field operations across renewables, utilities, and pipeline projects
  • Ensure all projects are delivered in alignment with design, specifications, budget, and schedule
  • Lead workforce planning, forecasting, and compliance across union and multi-state environments
  • Drive a zero-incident safety culture in partnership with safety leadership
  • Optimize equipment utilization, capital planning, and supply chain logistics
  • Develop and mentor field leadership, building a strong succession pipeline
  • Strengthen relationships with clients, agencies, contractors, and industry partners
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to align operational priorities with business growth objectives
  • Champion continuous improvement, process optimization, and change management initiatives

Requirements

Education & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in construction, utilities, or energy sectors
  • 10+ years in senior leadership roles with strategic oversight responsibilities
  • Proven experience scaling operations across multiple regions or states

Core Competencies
  • Executive presence with strong influence and leadership credibility
  • Deep expertise in union environments and workforce management
  • Strong knowledge of utility, renewable energy, and regulatory frameworks
  • Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
  • Experience with process improvement and organizational change initiatives
  • High-level financial and operational acumen

Benefits
  • Base Salary: $225,000 - $290,000 (commensurate with experience and location)
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, retirement, and paid time off
  • Executive-level visibility and impact within a growing organization
  • Opportunity to shape operational strategy across a rapidly expanding renewables portfolio
  • Leadership role within a company committed to safety, innovation, and long-term growth

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