Sr. Director, Program Engineering and Permitting

The Sr. Director of Program Engineering and Permitting oversees all large program engineering activities, providing leadership, best practices, and guidance to project engineers. They will lead and oversee domestic and offshore engineering and permitting functions within the organization to include US and Asia-Pacific (APAC), and the support teams that are responsible for designing, planning, and obtaining necessary permits for projects. This role will drive efficiency and compliance by developing and implementing engineering standards, managing regulatory requirements and ensuring projects are executed efficiently, on budget, and in accordance with all local, state, and federal regulations. They will provide strategic guidance to optimize project delivery and ensure alignment with business goals.

• Develops a comprehensive risk and opportunities matrix during the bid phase for large construction projects, identifying potential risks, opportunities for value engineering, and mitigation strategies to ensure project success and profitability.
• Reviews and provides feedback on engineering standards and best practices to optimize project design and execution during the estimating phase.
• Assists in the development of training programs for project team members and other relevant stakeholders.
• Provides technical expertise and guidance on complex engineering and permitting issues, helping to resolve challenges and mitigate risks.
• Drive the strategic vision and execution of Congruex engineering initiatives to enhance system integrations and interoperability.
• Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies to ensure Congruex remains competitive and innovative.
• Develops, writes, and maintains standards for domestic and offshore engineering and permitting processes across all large programs to ensure consistency and efficiency.
• Supports and audits all engineering teams involved in large projects to ensure resource utilization, quality and adherence to project requirements.
• Assists in developing engineering organizations for large programs during the bid phase to ensure project demands can be met effectively.
• Manages domestic and offshore engineering staffing needs for large projects and holds resources accountable for performance in partnership with matrixed leadership.
• Lead the permit review and audit process to establish standard cadences for all programs.
• Evaluates project feasibility, considering engineering and permitting requirements, and identify potential risks that could impact project success.
• Supports the development of project timelines and budgets related to engineering and permitting activities, ensuring alignment with project goals.
• Direct all activities related to securing necessary permits, licenses, and agreements from municipalities, utility companies, and other regulatory bodies.
• Accomplish financial objectives by managing an annual budget and scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, and initiating corrective actions to meet financial targets (KPI’s: operating income, COGS, revenue, margin, growth).
• Collaborates with construction and cross-functional teams on value engineering opportunities and design constructability validation
• Fosters a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within engineering and permitting teams to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

• A minimum of 10 to 15 years of experience in engineering, permitting, telecommunications, or related industry
• Expertise in navigating complex, domestic and offshore permitting processes and coordinating with various government agencies.
• Must be efficient with strong attention to detail.
• A bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in engineering, telecom or business administration is required
• Extensive experience in civil and/or telecommunications infrastructure, with a deep background in fiber optic network design, technology standards, deployment, and construction.
• Strong technical background with system architecture, platform maintenance, and emerging technologies. An ability to overcome design, permitting, and construction challenges.
• Ability to effectively multi-task and prioritize in order to execute tasks in a high-pressure environment, both personally and delegated through staff.
• Equivalent combination of education/job experience
• Experience leading and/or participating on global teams to provide procedural consistency and exchange best practices
• Must have strong customer support orientation (for internal/external customers), demonstrated professional demeanor, and the ability to maintain confidential information.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and change in different international business environments
• Ability to work in a matrixed environment with multiple levels of accountability.
• Proven track record of leading and managing large, cross-functional teams, with a focus on fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• In-depth knowledge of local ordinances, codes, and evolving regulations.
• A minimum of 5 years of senior leadership experience in an engineering and/or telecom environment.
• Exceptional written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills; ability to present ideas in business-friendly and user-friendly language.
• Must have strong skills in organization and planning, demonstrated ability to work independently or in a team-oriented environment and exercise sound judgement and problem solving.

Pay Range: $185,000 - $200,000

We will determine salary based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in similar roles. Some benefits have eligibility criteria. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Employment Status: Salary (Exempt)

• 401(k) Program with a Company Match.
• Paid Basic Life Insurance & Voluntary Options
• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• Free Wellness Resources & Marketplace Discounts
• Paid Maternity & Parental Leave