The Vice President of Operations is a key member of the executive team and an energy domain expert who has demonstrates strong business acumen to support the development of corporate plans, goals, and strategies. The Vice President of Operations is responsible for fulfilling delivery of all of Prenova’s contracted service commitments to its clients. This position holds profit and loss accountability for all services provided to all clients. In addition, the Vice President of Operations is responsible for the on-going management of the critical customer specific data Prenova analyzes and utilizes to deliver its’ services on a continual basis. It is also expected that the Vice President, Operations support Prenova’s sales and business development activities as they pertain to driving overall company growth. The Vice President of Operations is a business leader and relationship-builder, capable of building client confidence and growing the business through continuous, successful delivery of committed results.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Competency

Essential Responsibility

Percentage

Management and Development of Service Delivery Capabilities 60%

Deliver contracted service commitments including direct responsibility for Service Line Groups/Directors

o Energy Procurement, Utility Management, Demand Solutions and Engineering and Consulting

Rationalization and improvement of service line performance metrics

o Ensure that the business runs smoothly and that contributing parties, both internal and external are well informed, coordinated and resourced

o Ensure adherence to protocol, deadlines, workload guidelines and coordination with other departments

Support development of new capabilities to meet client and Prenova needs

o Add value to client by applying Prenova knowledge and expertise to their problems

Develop and implement the planning, organizing and control mechanisms needed to set objectives, track progress and maintain accountability

o Optimize utilization of technology and systems to achieve maximum efficiencies

Manage the operating budgets, including fees, income overhead costs, utilization etc., to achieve profitability

o Manage the operations to the highest level of gross margin

o Leverage technology enablement to drive efficiency and productivity across the operational organization

Manage the on-going operational data required to maintain the highest level of confidence possible within the operations team

Development of Operational Resources 30%

Develop performance goals and metrics supporting client and Prenova goals

o Engage in regular monitoring of employee progress and performance against goals

o Oversee and supervise staff members working on assigned projects including but not limited to providing instruction, direction and mentoring

Mentor and develop people and strategies that move Prenova toward a knowledge-based organizational design capable of operating as a high scalable, highly profitable, sustained growth delivery engine

o Develop direct reports and other employees by engaging in: hiring, promoting, coaching, training, evaluating and growing talent for the organization

Support the development of key personnel, programs and initiatives to accelerate and sustain Prenova’s evolution toward the knowledge-based performance model

o Foster teamwork through mobilization of internal and external resources

o Promote the goals and culture within the company

Support Growth of Client Relationships 10%

Support the design of strategies for enhancing value-add of Prenova’s contribution to clients’ business results

o Requires ability and desire to understand clients’ business issues and success measures

* Support implementation of client strategies by ensuring operationally the strategy can be delivered in a recurring/repeatable fashion

o Apply skills in planning, reporting and tracking to ensure timely and cost effective delivery of service that support the strategy

* Support strategies the grow Prenova’s annuity revenue, earnings and backlog base with existing and newly acquired clients

Required Qualifications

1. Skills and Abilities:

Expertise in managing projects that demonstrates an understanding of and solving of client concerns.

Ability to demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Exceptional project and people management skills.

Excellent writing skills

Expert prioritization and organization skills, especially the ability to multi-task.

Ability to communicate with all areas of the company and with prospects and clients.

Sound leadership and negotiating skills.

Self-assured and confident in business situations.

Demonstrate ability to coordinate and work at a high level of activity under a variety of conditions and constraints.

Operational service delivery success in organization, planning and execution.

Ability to set, manage, and deliver on mutually agreed upon goals.

Strong organization and planning skills.

Demonstrated resourcefulness and ability to adapt to a variety of situations.

Open to change, innovation and able to work well in an entrepreneurial environment.

2. Education (minimum/preferred):

Undergraduate degree in Business, Engineering, Science, or related field.

Advanced degrees are highly desired, but not required.

CEM (Certified Energy Manager) desireable.

3. Experience:

10+ years progressive experience in operational management.

Previous hands-on experience with managed services offering a requirement.

Energy field (supply or demand side) experience a must.

Business Development experience a plus.

Experience with various Microsoft programs, including but not limited to Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Publisher, as well as Photoshop and Quark.

4. Personality (The successful candidate will demonstrate the following characteristics/skills):

Client -focused

Strategic Vision

Effective leadership and team development

Creative

Hardworking

Attention to detail

Integrity

Self-starting

A team player

Willingness to learn new skills

5. Compensation

Equal to base salary plus 50% incentive target

Working Conditions

70% of the time is spent in the office environment; 30% of the time is spent traveling to meet the needs of the business operationally for our clients.

General Statement:

The duties listed are position-specific and are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed under a position title or those to be assigned and performed temporarily outside a team member’s normal line of work.

Careers at Prenova

Prenova supports a challenging work environment, where integrity, problem-solving, and personal commitment are key. In joining Prenova, you’ll work with visionary leaders, technology experts, and some of the most dedicated colleagues in the nation.