Director, Business Operations

About Us

Every moment of every day, people around the world rely on the energy they access through infrastructure built by Quanta. Comprising the largest skilled-labor force in North America, our employees are highly skilled and innovative, continually working to connect people and power. We’re building the infrastructure that supports the energy transition, and there are more opportunities than ever to be part of our team. Join us and build your career building a brighter future.

Imagine what you could do here. We encourage, inspire, and support our people to seize opportunities in our corporate office and with hundreds of our operating companies worldwide that provide solutions for the utility, renewable energy, electric power, industrial, and communications industries.

Quanta actively promotes and maintains a culture of belonging where all employees can be themselves, live their values, and find opportunities to succeed. When you join our team, you join a dynamic organization in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is prized. Come find out how our people power modern life .

About this Role

Quanta Services is seeking a Director, Business Operations to drive operational execution, cross-functional coordination, and strategic initiatives on behalf of executive leadership. This role sits close to leadership decision-making, translating strategic priorities into structured plans, driving them to execution, and ensuring the right data and analysis are in front of leadership at the right time. The Director, Business Operations operates as a trusted advisor and force multiplier, equally comfortable running a detailed financial or operational analysis and managing a cross-functional initiative to completion.

What You'll Do

• Partner directly with executive leadership to translate strategic priorities into structured plans, workstreams, and measurable outcomes;

• Lead cross-functional initiatives spanning multiple departments or operating companies, driving alignment, accountability, and progress against deadlines;

• Build financial models, operational analyses, and business cases to support key decisions, including investment, resourcing, and process changes;

• Prepare executive-level reporting, presentations, and board materials that clearly communicate performance, risk, and recommendations;

• Identify operational inefficiencies and process gaps, and lead the design and implementation of improvements;

• Serve as a central point of coordination between executive leadership and operating company or functional leaders on priority initiatives;

• Manage special projects as assigned by executive leadership, from initial scoping through execution and results reporting;

• Monitor key performance indicators and operational metrics, flagging risks and opportunities to leadership proactively; and

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

What You'll Bring

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience;

• 8 or more years of progressive experience in business operations, strategy, finance, or a related field, including experience supporting senior executives;

• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive results without direct authority over all stakeholders;

• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills, with the ability to build a business case from scratch;

• Excellent executive communication and presentation skills, including experience preparing materials for senior leadership or the board;

• Ability to manage multiple complex, concurrent initiatives in a fast-paced environment; and

• Comfort operating in a large, decentralized, multi-business-unit organization.

Preferred Education and Experience

• MBA or other advanced degree preferred;

• Prior experience in management consulting, investment banking, or corporate strategy preferred;

• Experience within construction, energy, infrastructure, or another operationally intensive industry preferred; and

• Experience supporting M&A due diligence or integration preferred.

Licenses / Certifications

Required: N/A

Preferred: N/A

Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A

Travel Requirements

Travels: Yes

Percent of time: 10-20%, driven by leadership and initiative needs

Overnight required: Occasionally

Physical Demands

Stationary Position: Frequently

Pushing/Pulling/Reaching: Seldom

Climb: N/A

Kneel: N/A

Grab: N/A

Bend: N/A

Lift/carry over: Less than 10 LBS

Vision: Constantly

Hearing: Frequently

Working Conditions

Wet or Humid: N/A

Working near or on moving mechanical parts: N/A

Working near or on heavy machinery: N/A

Working in high places: N/A

Exposed to fumes or airborne particles: N/A

Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals: N/A

Frequency of working in outdoor weather conditions: N/A

Work with Electricity: N/A

Work with explosives: N/A

Work on or near a source of radiation: N/A

Loud noise conditions (above 87dB): N/A

Other Environmental Factors including weather conditions: Standard office environment

What You'll Get

What You'll Get

• Competitive compensation and benefits package;

• Flexible work options;

• Educational assistance;

• Wellness and Mental Health programs;

• Paid Parental Leave;

• Employee Referral Program;

• Volunteer Time Off;

• Learning and Development Programs; and

• Office Amenities and Perks.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.

ID2026-18896

CategorySupply Chain/Procurement

Position TypeFull-Time Regular

LocationUS-TX-Houston

Workplace TypeOn-Site