Vice President, Business Planning & Administration

General Summary The Vice President, Business Planning & Administration provides executive leadership and operational oversight across corporate services including Human Resources, Business Planning and Organizational Management, IT, Communications, and Government Services. This role partners with the CEO and senior leadership to translate organizational strategy into operating plans, budgets, and people practices; ensures efficient, compliant, and customer‑focused administrative services; and builds scalable processes, systems, and teams that support growth. The VP drives cross‑functional alignment, risk management, and continuous improvement while fostering a culture of accountability, inclusion, and high performance. Why GTI Energy? GTI Energy embraces the power of innovation and collaboration to solve consequential energy challenges. By demonstrating continuous improvements in technology and solutions that lower emissions and costs of energy, we will shape energy systems that decarbonize economies, protect our environment, and benefit the people we serve. We put people at the center of everything we do, supporting and uplifting them to live authentically and reach their full potential. Being part of the GTI Energy team means being surrounded by purpose‑driven people who are empowered to continuously learn, ask hard questions, and leverage their knowledge to create impact. We offer generous benefits, competitive salaries, opportunities for professional growth and career advancement, a respectful culture, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. Work Location The position can be based in the Chicagoland area at the GTI Energy Headquarters or worked remotely. Primary Responsibilities Advise the Enterprise leadership team on organizational strategy, operating model, resourcing, and priorities; diagnose root causes of performance gaps and recommend solutions. Lead enterprise business planning (strategic planning, annual operating plan, KPIs/OKRs, dashboards); identify performance issues early, analyze drivers, and ensure clear accountability and timely reporting. Oversee Human Resources strategy and operations, including talent acquisition, total rewards, employee relations and retention, performance management, learning and development, culture, and policy governance. Drive leadership succession and workforce planning and organizational design in partnership with functional leaders; ensure succession planning for critical roles and healthy leadership pipelines. Manage oversight and planning for IT. Advise on strategic priorities for Communications. Coordinate Board of Directors activities and governance processes in partnership with the CEO; identify issues early, clarify decision points, and drive timely follow‑up on actions and risks. Partner with Finance to align planning, headcount, and departmental budgets; monitor variances and implement corrective actions to meet operational and strategic targets. Lead operational excellence initiatives across administrative functions, standardizing processes, improving service levels, and leveraging automation and analytics to increase efficiency and transparency. Manage sensitive investigations and risk mitigation in coordination with Legal. Build, coach, and lead high‑performing teams; set clear goals, develop talent, and create an inclusive, respectful environment. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, & Other Characteristics Executive leadership experience leading multiple functions and driving enterprise‑wide initiatives. Experience preparing materials and presenting to Boards of Directors. Strong strategic planning and business performance management skills, including KPI/OKR design, analytics, and executive‑level reporting. Knowledge of HR disciplines (talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, employee relations, performance management, learning and development) and employment‑law compliance. Experience working with IT and Strategic Communications teams to set roadmaps, manage vendors, and deliver secure, reliable platforms and effective organizational communications. Ability to manage external stakeholder relationships and develop effective strategies and oversee execution. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; facilitation, negotiation, and change‑management capabilities. Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Information Systems, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred. Minimum of 10+ years of progressive leadership experience, including senior management responsibility across two or more administrative/business functions – ideally in a project‑based business with some reliance on federal funding. Experience executing HR strategy and operations, including talent management, total rewards, and employee relations in a complex organization. Experience building and executing strategic/operating plans, establishing KPIs, and improving performance through data‑driven decision‑making. Strong familiarity with and/or participation in the enablement of technology and/or communications functions, including vendor management, project delivery, and stakeholder communications. Pay Transparency The salary range for this position is $230,000 - $300,000 USD annually. This range is a good‑faith estimate and may vary based on business or organizational needs, individual experience, and geographic location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base salary only and do not include bonus. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, paid time off, and region‑specific benefits. EEO Statement GTI Energy is committed to developing a barrier‑free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodation, please e‑mail us at View email address on click.appcast.io and we’ll work with you to meet your accessibility needs. You must have legal authorization to work for GTI Energy on your date of hire with no further action required by GTI Energy. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and give consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, or genetic information. 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