Senior Director, Power Generation Construction

EnergyLink Sourcing, LLC

$150K — $180K *
Energy & Utilities
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related discipline preferred; equivalent industry experience may be considered.
  • 15+ years of progressive EPC construction and project management experience within the power generation industry.
  • Demonstrated experience leading large-scale natural gas power generation projects exceeding $200MM TIC.
  • Proven success managing large multidisciplinary PMO and field execution teams in complex EPC environments.
  • Advanced knowledge of project controls, cost forecasting, earned value management, scheduling, commissioning, and construction operations.
  • Strong working knowledge of Primavera P6, EPC contract structures, NEC/NFPA codes, ASME standards, and commissioning processes.
  • Executive-level communication, leadership presence, negotiation, and client management skills.

Responsibilities

  • Provide executive leadership and oversight for all project personnel including project directors and construction managers.
  • Develop and enforce project management governance standards across multiple projects.
  • Drive overall project financial performance and reporting.
  • Lead executive-level schedule reviews using Primavera P6 to ensure alignment of project activities.
  • Establish productivity targets and operational KPIs while seeking process improvements.
  • Manage complex client relationships, contract negotiations, and project escalation resolutions.
  • Direct project administrative functions, including document control and reporting.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Health Coverage - Multiple Medical, dental & vision plans with 100% preventive care
  • 24/7 telehealth (Teladoc)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Company-funded HSA and pre-tax savings options
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time off (PTO) and 10 Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental leave
  • Education Reimbursement and Professional Development
Full Job Description
About this Role Position Overview
  • Provide executive-level leadership for major power generation construction projects including combined cycle (CCGT), simple cycle (SCGT), peaker, and related generation facilities.
  • Lead large multidisciplinary project management and field execution teams through all phases of EPC project delivery from mobilization through commissioning and commercial operation.
  • Establish and maintain strategic oversight of project controls, schedule, cost management, quality, safety, commissioning, and subcontractor performance.
  • Serve as the senior client-facing representative responsible for executive communications, strategic governance, escalation management, and long-term relationship development.
  • Partner with executive leadership to develop operational standards, PMO methodologies, organizational initiatives, and continuous improvement strategies across the power generation business.
What You\'ll Do Key Responsibilities
  • Provide executive leadership and oversight for all project personnel including project directors, construction managers, field engineers, schedulers, cost controls, document control, quality, contracts, and HSE teams.
  • Develop and enforce project management governance standards, reporting structures, project controls processes, and execution methodologies across multiple projects or programs.
  • Drive overall project financial performance including labor, subcontract, equipment, material, indirect cost, earned value, forecasting, and cost-to-complete reporting.
  • Lead executive-level schedule reviews utilizing Primavera P6, ensuring alignment between engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities.
  • Establish productivity targets, operational KPIs, and quality metrics while identifying opportunities for process improvements and cost reductions.
  • Manage complex client relationships, executive steering committee meetings, contract negotiations, change management, and project escalation resolution.
  • Provide strategic oversight of subcontractor management including contract compliance, field execution, productivity, safety performance, and commercial administration.
  • Direct project administrative functions including document control, reporting, correspondence management, RFIs, submittals, NCRs, and turnover documentation.
  • Support business development, proposal strategy, staffing planning, recruiting support, and operational growth initiatives within the power generation division.
  • Identify project risks proactively and implement mitigation strategies in coordination with executive leadership and client stakeholders.
  • Lead commissioning readiness planning, mechanical completion certification, turnover management, and startup coordination through first fire and commercial operation.
  • Coordinate OEM technical advisors, owner representatives, and commissioning personnel to ensure successful system turnover and performance testing.
  • Assist executive leadership in the development of long-range operational planning, organizational objectives, policies, procedures, and strategic initiatives.
  • Respond to escalated project or operational issues that may impede project delivery and coordinate cross-functional solutions.
Leadership & Organizational Responsibilities
  • Build, mentor, and develop high-performing project management and field execution teams.
  • Establish accountability standards and foster a culture centered on safety, execution excellence, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
  • Provide executive coaching and leadership development to project management personnel.
  • Represent the organization at the highest level of client and industry engagement.
  • Drive alignment between project execution teams, operations leadership, engineering, procurement, and executive stakeholders.
What You\'ll Bring Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related discipline preferred; equivalent industry experience may be considered.
  • 15+ years of progressive EPC construction and project management experience within the power generation industry.
  • Demonstrated experience leading large-scale natural gas power generation projects exceeding $200MM TIC.
  • Proven success managing large multidisciplinary PMO and field execution teams in complex EPC environments.
  • Advanced knowledge of project controls, cost forecasting, earned value management, scheduling, commissioning, and construction operations.
  • Strong working knowledge of Primavera P6, EPC contract structures, NEC/NFPA codes, ASME standards, and commissioning processes.
  • Experience managing engineering-construction interfaces including IFC drawing management, vendor document review cycles, and commissioning turnover requirements.
  • Executive-level communication, leadership presence, negotiation, and client management skills.
Skills & Competencies
  • Strong strategic leadership and operational management capabilities.
  • Exceptional communication skills with the ability to present to field personnel, executive leadership, and clients.
  • Highly organized, methodical, and detail-oriented approach to project execution.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Ability to lead under schedule and budget pressure while maintaining professionalism and accountability.
  • Strong team building, mentoring, and organizational development skills.
Travel & Work Requirements
  • Extensive travel and sustained project site presence required.
  • Ability to support long-term project assignments and rotating site responsibilities.
  • Must be able to traverse active construction sites including uneven terrain, elevated structures, and industrial environments.
  • Willingness to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays as project demands require.
What You\'ll Get

QISG Benefits Highlights

  • Competitive Compensation
  • Comprehensive Health Coverage - Multiple Medical, dental & vision plans with 100% preventive care
  • 24/7 telehealth (Teladoc)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Company-funded HSA and pre-tax savings options
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • No-cost Short- and Long-term Disability
  • Employer-paid basic Life & AD&D Insurance
  • Paid Time off (PTO) and 10 Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental leave
  • Education Reimbursement and Professional Development
  • Employee discount program and optional insurance offerings:
    • Identity Theft Protection
    • Accident Insurance
    • Voluntary Life (spouse and child)
    • Critical Illness
    • Hospital Indemnity
    • Pet Insurance

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