Director of Operations

Southeast Connections LLC, provides inclusive infrastructure solutions for the natural gas industry. We construct the systems and facilities to transport the nation's cleanest burning energy resource. Southeast Connections offers complete construction services that include pipeline construction, installation, maintenance, repairs, stations, facility modification and new construction. From Senior Management to the "boots on the ground", Southeast Connections, LLC is dedicated & determined to remain the industry leader and earn continued respect from clients through our professionalism.

We offer excellent compensation and industry-leading benefits, such as health, dental and vision, life insurance, STD and LTD starting on DAY 1. Eligibility for Company matching 401K benefit after 3 months of employment.

Position Overview:

Southeast Connections LLC provides inclusive infrastructure solutions for the natural gas industry. We construct the systems and facilities to transport the nation's cleanest burning energy resource. Southeast Connections offers complete construction services that include pipeline construction, installation, maintenance, repairs, stations, facility modification, and new construction. From Senior Management to the "boots on the ground", Southeast Connections, LLC is dedicated & determined to remain the industry leader and earn continued respect from clients through our professionalism.
The Director of Operations oversees the day-to-day activities of the company, ensuring that the organization’s goals are met. This position is responsible for all aspects of the operations department, from negotiations to budgeting and purchasing. In addition, the Director of Operations works closely with senior management in developing long-term operational strategies that help meet company objectives.

Essential Functions:
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
• Establishes quantitative and qualitative metrics, guidelines, and standards by which the company's efficiency and effectiveness can be evaluated; identifies opportunities for improvement.
• Reviews, analyzes, and evaluates business procedures.
• Implements policies and procedures that will improve day-to-day operations.
• Ensures work environments are adequate and safe.
• Plans, directs, controls, implements, evaluates, monitors, and forecasts budgets and cost of operations in each division to achieve financial objectives.
• Keeping track of the company’s revenue margins and conducting budget reviews to maximize profits.
• Plan, monitor, and analyze key metrics for day-to-day operations to ensure efficient and timely completion of tasks.
• Developing and executing new growth directives.
• Ensure stakeholder satisfaction by keeping open lines of communication for updates and feedback among customers.
• Adhere to the company’s policies and standards, and ensure that laws and regulations are being followed.
• Work closely with Human Resources to lead the team with integrity and to establish and maintain a trusting, inclusive, and productive environment.
• Projects a positive image of the organization to employees, customers, industry, and community.
• Audit existing procedures to ensure accountability.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Special Knowledge Skills:
• Superior verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Effective time management skills, understands how to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Thorough understanding of practices, theories, and policies involved in business and finance.
• Superior managerial and diplomacy skills.
• Extremely proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Excels at operating in a fast-paced environment, where multiple deadlines are critical.
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and outside parties to maximize performance, creativity, problem-solving, and results.
• Requires a working knowledge of the pipeline construction industry.

Education/Experience:
• Master’s degree in Business Administration preferred, or equivalent industry experience.
• Extensive and diversified background with at least 10 years of related experience.
• Experience in developing budgets and business plans.
• Superior negotiation skills for both internal and external purposes.
• Strong working knowledge of data analysis and performance metrics, using business management software (ex: SAP, ERP, CRM)
• Knowledge of the pipeline construction industry preferred.

Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands/fingers to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Able to walk, lift, reach, stoop, stand, grasp, balance, climb, kneel, crouch, and lift up to 15 pounds frequently.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Benefits
• Competitive salary packages
• Career advancement opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits program which includes Health, Dental, Disability, and Life Insurance that starts on the first day of employment.
• Employer Matching 401k program.
• Paid Time Off and an incredible work environment.
• Referral Bonuses.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.