Business Unit Director

Summary Kent Power is seeking a Business Unit Director to lead and grow our Indiana operations. This senior leadership role carries full responsibility for the region’s performance, people, and trajectory. The Director will oversee day‑to‑day operations while shaping long‑term strategy, balancing execution with growth, and leading with accountability. As the senior operational leader for Indiana, you’ll guide multiple departments across safety, financial performance, operational delivery, and quality, building strong teams, strengthening customer and stakeholder relationships, and ensuring work meets Kent Power’s standards in a fast‑moving utility construction environment. This role is suited for a decisive, collaborative leader who enjoys ownership, acts strategically, and leads from the front, trusted to run the business, develop leaders, and position the region for sustained growth. Essential Functions Set the direction for the Indiana business unit by developing and executing strategic plans that drive growth and performance. Lead day‑to‑day operations across multiple departments, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards. Own financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and monitoring KPIs to meet targets. Build, mentor, and lead department heads while fostering collaboration and accountability across teams. Establish and improve policies, processes, and systems that support operational excellence and regulatory compliance. Champion continuous improvement—identifying opportunities to boost efficiency, productivity, and results. Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors, and industry partners. Address operational challenges and conflicts with clarity, urgency, and sound judgment. Communicate goals, expectations, and priorities clearly at all levels of the organization. Lead and support change initiatives that strengthen the business and prepare the region for future growth. Establish and monitor data‑driven performance dashboards and metrics. Use data analytics and performance insights to guide strategic and operational decisions, anticipate risks, and prioritize investments to improve execution and profitability. Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor's degree specializing in business administration, construction management, or another relevant field, or equivalent experience. 3+ years of project/program management experience or a combination of relevant experience. Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply complex operational and financial data to guide decisions, improve performance, and drive accountability. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred. Other Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Proficient in Microsoft 365 Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Ability to effectively prioritize, manage, and execute tasks on competing projects. Strong communication skills with various stakeholders. Strong attention to detail, ensuring precision and accuracy in all tasks and deliverables. Effective problem‑solving skills to design solutions to identified issues. Excellent time‑management, optimizing productivity and meeting project deadlines. Critical thinking skills to analyze complex problems, break them into manageable components, and formulate effective solutions. Ability to remain agile in a fast‑paced environment with changing priorities. #J-18808-Ljbffr