Director Gas Operations

NorthStar Energy Solutions a Quanta Services Inc. (NYSE:PWR) company is headquartered in Grand Prairie TX and operates across the Central Southwest part of the United States. We are leaders specializing in transmission lines distribution lines substation construction foundations storm damage repairs and electrical contracting.

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Northstar Energy Solutions is seeking an experienced Director to lead and oversee our Gas Distribution divisions construction maintenance and repair operations across assigned markets including new gas line installation gas line replacement leak repair cathodic protection meter relocation and joint use trench services. This role sets strategic direction ensures safety and regulatory compliance manages budgets and P&L performance and builds strong client and workforce relationships. The Director will provide senior leadership to field operations teams drive operational excellence and ensure the delivery of safe high-quality and profitable gas distribution services.

Location: 3340 Roy Orr Blvd Grand Prairie TX 75050
Schedule: MondayFriday; availability for after-hours and emergency response as operational needs require

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Gas Distribution divisions construction maintenance and repair operations within assigned region(s) including new gas line installation replacement leak repair cathodic protection and meter relocation services.
• Own P&L responsibility for gas distribution operations including budgeting forecasting cost control and revenue growth.
• Develop and implement operational strategies policies and procedures to improve safety quality productivity and profitability.
• Ensure all gas distribution operations comply with PHMSA DOT OSHA and other applicable federal state and local regulations and codes.
• Lead mentor and develop operations manager(s) superintendents general foremen and field support to build a high-performing operations team.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with gas teams clients and utility partners
• Oversee resource planning including labor equipment and materials to ensure projects are adequately staffed and supported.
• Partner with safety quality and compliance teams to drive a strong safety culture and reduce incident rates across all crews.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics taking corrective action as needed to meet company goals.
• Support business development efforts including bidding proposal development and contract negotiations for gas distribution work.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective action planning for incidents near misses and operational deficiencies.

• 10 years of progressive experience in gas distribution pipeline or utility operations with 5 years in a senior leadership or director-level role.
• Extensive knowledge of gas distribution systems poly and steel pipe construction methods and industry standards.
• Strong understanding of PHMSA DOT pipeline safety regulations OSHA and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Proven track record of managing P&L budgets and financial performance for a multi-crew or multi-project operation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead develop and retain high-performing field leadership and crews.
• Excellent communication negotiation and relationship-management skills with clients regulators and internal stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Proficient in project management scheduling and financial reporting tools and software.

What You Will Bring:

• 10 years of progressive experience in gas distribution pipeline or utility operations with 5 years in a senior leadership or director-level role.
• Extensive knowledge of gas distribution systems poly and steel pipe construction methods and industry standards.
• Strong understanding of PHMSA DOT pipeline safety regulations OSHA and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Proven track record of managing P&L budgets and financial performance for a multi-crew or multi-project operation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead develop and retain high-performing field leadership and crews.
• Excellent communication negotiation and relationship-management skills with clients regulators and internal stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Proficient in project management scheduling and financial reporting tools and software.

Job Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience overseeing multiple concurrent gas distribution construction and maintenance projects across a defined region.
• Ability to interpret contracts scopes of work and client requirements to guide operational execution.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills to manage competing demands across crews projects and client accounts.
• Ability to travel regularly to job sites client locations and company facilities within the assigned region.
• Willingness to be available for emergency response and after-hours operational needs as required.
• Valid drivers license required.

As a NorthStar Energy Solutions employee you will have access to a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support you and your family.

• 401(k) plan with immediate employer matching and vesting
• Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage with your choice of PPO HSA or FSA plans
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee discounts on everyday purchases including travel electronics entertainment and more.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race color religion national origin or ancestry sex (including gender pregnancy sexual orientation and/or gender identity) age disability genetic information veteran status and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application interview or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position please contact us the Companys Human Resources department.