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Director - Operations (Infrastructure and Industrial Solutions)

EnerMech
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/15/2026

EnerMech is seeking a Director of Operations to lead, standardize, and elevate operational performance across the Infrastructure and Industrial Solutions (IIS) business line. This position is responsible for driving efficiency, safety, service quality, and consistent execution across global IIS operations.

The role blends strategic leadership with hands-on delivery, overseeing day-to-day operations while embedding standardized ways of working, optimizing resource utilization, and ensuring operational activities are delivered safely, efficiently, and in alignment with customer expectations.

Accountabilities

  • Lead the safe, efficient, and profitable delivery of engineering and site execution services across multiple projects
  • Drive operational governance, resource planning, and performance standards across all activities
  • Own project financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
  • Support bids, contract negotiations, and scope development with operational input
  • Build strong client and stakeholder relationships
  • Ensure compliance with HSE, regulatory, and company governance requirements
  • Develop and lead teams, driving continuous improvement and capability growth

Responsibilities

  • Lead day-to-day operational delivery across engineering and site execution activities
  • Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and in line with quality and contractual requirements
  • Drive operational governance, performance standards, and resource planning across projects
  • Support financial performance through budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
  • Provide input into bids, contracts, and scope development
  • Build strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and partners
  • Drive continuous improvement and standardization across engineering services
  • Ensure full compliance with HSE, regulatory, and company governance requirements
  • Lead and develop teams, supporting capability growth and succession planning

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or related discipline).

Minimum of 15 years’ experience in engineering services, operations, or project delivery across the full EPC and operational value chains including engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, startup and operations within the energy and industrial sectors.

Proven experience in a senior operational leadership role managing complex project portfolios.

Strong understanding of the LNG, oil and gas and related industries across the globe and ability to leverage your network to gain insights and bring new business into the organization.

Strong understanding of engineering delivery and field project execution, risk management, and operational governance.

Demonstrated experience managing budgets, resources, and operational performance metrics.

In-depth knowledge of HSE standards and regulatory requirements.

Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Diversity & Inclusion

EnerMech is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive organization. We believe that diversity enriches our team, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, cultures, and identities.

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