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Dir Operational Excellence & Standardization

Washington, Washington, DCFull-time$172k–$237k2026-11-06 → 2026-11-10

Core

Leads enterprise-wide efforts to improve operational performance, reduce variation, and drive consistent execution across utility operating companies through standardized processes and data-driven decision making.

Role type

Senior Director, Operational Excellence & Standardization

Builds

Standardized operational processes, performance governance frameworks, and technology-enabled solutions for utility operations

Domain

Utility industry (electric/gas) + Operational Excellence/Continuous Improvement

Required skills

Enterprise strategy development, process standardization, performance governance, data analytics, stakeholder influence, change management, benchmarking, technology adoption

Preferred skills

MBA or MEng, experience in electric/gas utility operations, transmission/distribution, capital-intensive industries

Technologies

Digital tools, analytics platforms, automation solutions, AI solutions

Responsibilities

Develop enterprise operational excellence strategy, serve as strategic advisor to EVP, lead process standardization across OpCos, establish performance governance and KPI frameworks, drive corrective action and institutionalization of best practices, lead benchmarking activities, partner on technology-enabled performance improvement

Seniority

Director, strategic leadership & cross-functional influence