We help customers navigate the complex transition to a decarbonized and more sustainable energy future. We do this by assuring that energy systems work safely and effectively, using solutions that are increasingly digital. We also help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry. To enable Energy Systems to achieve its strategic ambitions and become future fit, we need leaders who drive business operations to meet customers' expectations while also continuously improving the way we work. North America is therefore seeking the Head of Section Transmission and Distribution Compliance to lead teams offering utilities, generators and loads practical solutions to connecting to the transmission and distribution systems.
The Head of Section optimizes business operations and improve the long-term performance of the section. They work closely on commercial opportunities to strengthen and expand business, including driving the doer/seller culture. They direct service line activities and drives technical competence development within the section aligned with Energy Systems strategy.
The Head of Section has a strong focus on delivery and utilization, gains efficiency within the section. They partner with Key Account Managers (KAMs) and Market Account Managers (MAMs) in delivering an excellent customer experience while stimulating collaboration within their section as well across the organization. They must ensure that they have the right number of staff with the right capabilities and strives for a high performing collaborative culture and exceptional employee experience.
Why you should work with us?
How we collectively influence the world for future generations matters deeply to us. Our team works every day to design the decarbonized grid of the future to address climate change and positively impact society; endeavors to achieve our purpose through the success of our Customers; and strives to be high-performing and innovative. Our approach reflects the equity, respect, and diversity we wish to see in the world. We are looking to assure that renewable energy projects can interconnect to the grid quickly and effectively and decrease the levelized cost of energy. In our team, we care about providing our employees with a unique experience. We are proud supporters of our ever-growing community of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
This role is based at our DNV office in Houston (TX), Oak Brook (IL), Chalfont (PA), Dallas (TX), Arlington (VA), Columbus (OH) or New York (NY), presenting a dynamic hybrid schedule where employees will typically spend three (3) days per week working from either a DNV office or client location/site. Further details regarding role-specific requirements will be shared during the interview process.
The position may also be considered at other DNV offices within US.
What You''ll Do
Ensures an efficient & consistent delivery of services in line with customer expectations
Leverages knowledge of North American energy and utilities market to produce new business and retain current clients
Creates new services to grow into new markets
Optimizes business performance through delivery management, cost-efficient business operations, improvement of the utilization rate and an aligned workforce plan
Empowers employees and encourages employability and individual growth
Creates a flexible workforce and automates workflows to deal with variable workload
Builds and strengthens a strong internal culture based on company's values
Supports the Head of Department in strategy and decision making
Stimulates a high performing culture, sets direction, is output driven and act as a role model for an inspiring employee experience
Ensures that employees have the required technical competences and owns the pipeline for technical talent
Promotes team capabilities internally and externally
Collaborates with the regional leadership team to evolve the service portfolio and capture customer opportunities
Owns talent pipeline and development of technical talent/future needed capabilities
Actively incorporates diversity considerations into staff development, progression, and recruiting processes
• Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days)
• Multiple Medical and Dental benefit plans to choose from, Vision benefits
• Employer-paid, therapist-led, virtual care services through Talkspace
• 401(k) with company match
• Company provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits
• Education reimbursement program
• Flexible work schedule with hybrid opportunities
• Charitable Matched Giving and Volunteer Rewards through our Impact Program
• Volunteer time off (VTO) paid by the company
• Career advancement opportunities
**Benefits vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election*
DNV is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
DNV is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. US applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the North America Recruitment Department (hrrecruitment.northamerica@dnv.com). Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
As required by the Pay Transparency laws in Colorado, New York City, California, Washington, and Connecticut, DNV provides a reasonable compensation range for roles that may be hired in those locations. Actual compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors, including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, and specific office location. For the states of Colorado, New York City, NY, California, Washington, and Connecticut only, the range of starting pay for this role is $170,000 - $220,000.
What is Required
Bachelor's degree required, in a field related to power grids
Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in the power grid industry
Direct experience working at an ISO/Utility or on behalf of these entities as a consultant
Proven track record of growing a business, including at least 2 years of management and business planning experience
An excellent network of broad and diverse contacts within the North American utilities
Proven track record leading and developing diverse teams, with an emphasis on influencing and inspiring high performers
Proven track record in anticipating market trends and offering services to match utility needs
Willing to travel up to 20% of the time, including domestic and international
Ability to effectively present and discuss power grid modelling methodology and new power grid technology topics with a broad audience
Professionally handles difficult conversations with customers, for example addressing refinements to technical methodologies, scope and budget issues, or differences in technical opinions, while strengthening customer relationships
Demonstrated ability and willingness to drive thought leadership in the industry
Willingness and ability to travel in North America up to 15% of the time, to conferences, customer meetings, and project sites (international travel a possibility, but lower likelihood)
Strong written and verbal English communication skills
We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening
Personal Qualities
Has a growth mindset, devises and delivers on strategy, and possesses strong commercial aptitude, as well as drive to build their network and expand this network for the benefit of the Section and Department
Holds collaborative leadership skills and ability to engage, develop and motivate own employees
Creates trust through robust delivery and strong relationship building
Communicate effectively, is pragmatic, builds strong relationships and can influence
Promotes, respects, and understands diversity, equity, and inclusion values and can connect with, communicate, and relate to several personnel at different stages of their careers
Demonstrate foresight - know what is happening in the market, how will it impact us and what do we do to adapt to it
Keep a positive and proactive attitude, with a solution-oriented mindset
Be self-motivated, resilient and cope with work pressure
Delegates and leads with a distributed and authentic leadership style
Embraces Operational/Sales mindset and focuses on client relationship building
