Regional Senior Director, Strategy and Planning

Reports To Regional Vice President (West Region) Travel Potential Significant Travel Throughout the West Region Compensation $1,49,000 - $1,87,000 Company Profile Congruex provides digital infrastructure solutions through engineering and construction services that connect communities nationwide. This includes wireline, wireless, data centers, and utility services from initial concept to market go-live. With employees across the United States and India, the work we do enables essential infrastructure for the future of communications. Build a Career. Build What Matters. Job Summary As the Regional Senior Director, Strategy and Planning (West Region) , you will ultimately be responsible for driving operational execution, workforce readiness, financial performance, and strategic planning across the West Region's project portfolio. You will partner with the Regional Vice President to translate regional strategy into disciplined project execution while delivering safe, efficient, and profitable operations. As the Regional Senior Director, Strategy and Planning, your customers are regional leadership, project managers, field operations teams, finance, clients, and corporate partners, and you will make meaningful contributions to the company's success through operational excellence, strategic leadership, and financial accountability. Key Responsibilities (Including, but not limited to) Partner with the Regional Vice President to develop and execute the West Region's integrated project execution strategy across all active programs Monitor project performance against contractual commitments, schedules, budgets, and operational objectives while driving timely corrective actions Develop and maintain executive dashboards, project reporting tools, KPIs, and performance metrics that provide visibility into regional project health Coordinate with project managers, field leadership, and construction teams to resolve execution challenges and maintain project momentum Support pre-construction planning activities, including project kickoff readiness, constructability reviews, and mobilization planning Lead project closeout reviews and continuous improvement initiatives by capturing lessons learned and implementing best practices Oversee workforce planning, resource forecasting, subcontractor readiness, and capacity planning to support regional project demands Collaborate with People Services, Operations, and regional leadership to anticipate staffing needs and ensure workforce availability Manage subcontractor and vendor performance to ensure compliance with project scope, quality, schedule, and contractual requirements Champion a culture of safety by ensuring compliance with Congruex safety standards, OSHA regulations, and customer-specific safety requirements Partner with regional safety leadership to monitor safety performance, conduct field audits, investigate incidents, and implement corrective actions Integrate safety planning throughout all phases of project execution while promoting zero-tolerance accountability for unsafe conditions and behaviors Ensure project personnel, subcontractors, and field teams maintain required certifications, qualifications, and safety training Review safety performance trends, near misses, and incident analyses to proactively reduce operational risk Support regional financial performance through oversight of revenue recognition, job costing, margin performance, forecasting, and budget management Partner with Finance and Project Management teams to ensure accurate billing, contract compliance, change order management, and financial reporting Identify and communicate financial risks, cost overruns, schedule impacts, and margin concerns while recommending mitigation strategies Support regional budgeting, bid reviews, financial planning, and revenue realization activities Perform additional responsibilities within functional scope based on business needs Required Qualifications Education, Licensing, and Certifications Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field required Master's degree preferred Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification or equivalent preferred Valid driver's license Experience 10+ years of progressive project management, operations, or construction management experience within the telecommunications or infrastructure industry 5+ years of senior leadership experience with direct responsibility for project financial performance, workforce planning, and operational execution Experience supporting executive leadership in strategy, planning, or operational management preferred Experience managing large-scale telecommunications infrastructure, outside plant (OSP), fiber deployment, or wireless construction programs preferred Skills and Abilities Strong project execution, portfolio management, and operational leadership skills Extensive knowledge of workforce planning, subcontractor management, and field resource deployment Strong financial acumen, including job costing, revenue recognition, forecasting, cost-to-complete analysis, and margin management Ability to interpret contracts, change orders, financial reports, and project documentation to support operational decision-making Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving capabilities Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and executive leadership Experience developing executive dashboards, KPI reporting, and business intelligence tools Proficiency with project management software, ERP systems, financial reporting platforms, and Microsoft Office applications Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment while maintaining exceptional attention to detail Knowledge of telecommunications infrastructure construction, including outside plant (OSP), fiber deployment, and wireless construction preferred Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Experience supporting Regional Vice Presidents or executive leadership in strategic planning and operations Experience leading large-scale telecommunications or infrastructure construction portfolios Physical Requirements Ability to travel extensively throughout the West Region Ability to conduct field visits at active construction and infrastructure project sites Ability to work in office and outdoor environments under varying weather conditions Ability to walk, stand, climb, and navigate uneven terrain at construction sites Ability to work extended hours as required to support project execution, financial reporting, and operational commitments Congruex Culture & Benefits Congruex's culture of safety and performance is built on the 4X Factor core values of Be Safe, Be Accountable, Be Respectful, and Earn Trust. These values guide how we work with one another and how we interact with our customers. We are committed to building a workplace where employees feel supported and recognized. We invest in employees through a comprehensive approach, including the benefits below with eligibility on Day 1 of employment: Medical, Dental & Vision benefits with 70% paid by the company 401(k) with company match up to 4% and immediate vesting Flexible PTO for exempt roles & competitive PTO accrual for non-exempt roles 10 company paid holidays (9 standard and 1 floating) Company Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave options Company Paid Basic Life Insurance (with employee paid voluntary options) Annual Safety Boot Program of up to $150 per eligible field employee per year Safety Points Program for eligible field employees redeemable in the company store Free wellness benefits like counseling, financial planning, and more Additional Employment Information We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in similar roles. Some benefits have eligibility criteria. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an \"at-will\" employment relationship . Conditions to hiring may include but are not necessarily limited to background checks and drug testing. #J-18808-Ljbffr Page Mechanical Group, Inc.