Regional Utilities Director

About Us:

Consertus is a global capital program management and advisory firm that combines deep human expertise with advanced digital tools to deliver smarter, faster, and more sustainable outcomes. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, and supported by a team of more than 1,000 professionals worldwide, we help clients plan, execute, and optimize large-scale capital programs.

Our integrated services span digital, advisory, and delivery, empowering organizations to navigate complexity, manage risk, and achieve strategic goals in sectors including aviation, transportation, transit, water, healthcare, energy, education, government, commercial, life sciences, and technology.

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About this Role:

We are seeking a Regional Utilities Director to join our team in Philadelphia, PA, Washington, D.C., or Baltimore, MA. This role is pivotal in shaping Consertus’ utilities practice across the East Coast.

The ideal candidate will achieve at least 65% utilization by providing specialized services to utility clients. The Regional Utilities Director will oversee staff, client projects, develop and maintain client relationships, and oversee business development activities. The successful candidate will have a strong professional network in assigned region and a technical focus on utility design and construction. This candidate must have a successful track record of leadership, developing and maintaining client relationships, managing complex projects, delivering projects on time and on budget, leading business development activities, and managing a team. 

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership

• Define and execute regional business strategy for utilities engineering

• Influence corporate strategy and represent the region at executive leadership forums

Client Growth

• Build and maintain executive-level relationships with major utility clients

• Negotiate and secure contracts and partnerships

•  Ensure client satisfaction and long-term retention through strategic engagement

Technical Oversight

• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to project teams

• Ensure delivery excellence across complex utility projects

• Oversee project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation

• Ensure project managers in the department successfully deliver projects on time and on budget by staying informed on projects, monitoring progress, and providing support to mitigate risk

Technical

• Support construction management activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards

• Support successful delivery and implementation of business-impacting projects 

• Develop and implement process improvements and controls to enhance project efficiency

• Prepare and review engineering documentation, including drawings, specifications, and reports

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (mechanical, software, project management)

• Manage budgets, timelines, and resource allocation

Qualifications/Requirements:

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Construction Management preferred

Required:

• 15+ years in the electrical or gas utility or power generation industry, with leadership experience

• 5+ years’ experience in project management or construction management

• 5+ years managing direct reports

• Track record of growing regional operations or business units

• Expertise in power distribution, transmission systems, and utility infrastructure

• Advanced proficiency in utility management and asset management consulting services

• Familiarity with industry codes and standards

• Demonstrated strong project management skills with ability to effectively manage collaborative teams with concurrent projects and deadlines

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, OneNote, SharePoint)

Working Hours: Full-Time Exempt, Hybrid position, Travel expected 10%.

• Expected compensation range is between $150,000K- $200,000K annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

What’s In It For You:

• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, and vision)

• Company-paid life and disability insurance

• Optional benefits like pet insurance, legal, and supplemental health plans

• 401(k) with day-one eligibility. We contribute dollar for dollar up to the first 3% of your contributions. Then we match 50% for the next 2% of your contributions.

• Generous time off: 10 paid holidays and PTO starting at 15 days, growing up to 25

• Access to Consertus Academy for continuous learning and development

How to Apply:

If you’re passionate about driving strategic growth & innovation in utilities infrastructure we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Consertus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status.