Director, Strategic Projects

JOB SUMMARY:

The Director, Strategic Projects leads high-priority operational and business-improvement assignments across the Environmental Division. The role is deployed where experienced leadership, cross-functional coordination and focused execution are required to stabilize performance, implement change or advance a strategically important initiative. Assignment scope, decision authority, performance expectations, and transition criteria are established for each project. The Director remains accountable for measurable results, effective stakeholder communication, and an orderly handoff into Moran’s standard operating structure when each assignment is complete.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assignment leadership. Translate each project charter into clear priorities, decision rights, workplans and operating rhythms; provide direct leadership where assigned; and maintain accountability for results.

• Operational and financial performance. Assess business performance, identify root causes, implement corrective actions, and track agreed safety, service, operational and financial measures.

• Cross-functional execution. Coordinate operating teams and corporate functions, resolve barriers quickly and keep executive sponsors informed of progress, risks, and required decisions.

• Leadership development. Coach local leaders, strengthen management routines and build the capability needed to sustain improvements after the assignment ends.

• Strategic initiatives. Lead selected plant, technology, integration, startup, and performance-improvement projects where experienced executive oversight is required.

• Transition and handoff. Define completion criteria, document sustainable processes and transfer responsibility to the appropriate operating or functional leader.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Extensive senior leadership experience in environmental, industrial, marine, or processing businesses, with a record of improving operational and financial performance.

• Demonstrated ability to lead managers, work across functions, and take control of complex or underperforming assignments.

• Experience with plant, facility, startup, turnaround or strategic-project execution and disciplined performance management.

• Working knowledge of applicable safety, environmental and transportation requirements; OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour certification or ability to obtain it within 90 days when required by an assignment.

• Strong executive communication, commercial judgment, and change-leadership skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work location and travel requirements will vary by assignment and may require an extended on-site presence.

• Regular field, plant, and customer-site visits are expected, subject to applicable safety requirements.

• Availability outside normal business hours may be required for operational issues or emergency response.

Moran Environmental Recovery is an Equal Opportunity Employer.