Business Unit Director

About the role

Kent Power is seeking a Business Unit Director to lead and grow our Indiana operations. This is a senior leadership role with full responsibility for the performance, people, and trajectory of the region.

Responsibilities

• Set the direction for the Indiana business unit by developing and executing strategic plans that drive growth and performance.
• Lead day-to-day operations across multiple departments, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to quality standards.
• Own financial performance, including budgeting, forecasting, and monitoring KPIs to ensure targets are met.
• Build, mentor, and lead department heads while fostering strong collaboration and accountability across teams.
• Establish and improve policies, processes, and systems that support operational excellence and regulatory compliance.
• Champion continuous improvement—identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity, and results.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, vendors, and industry partners.
• Address operational challenges and conflicts with clarity, urgency, and sound judgment.
• Communicate goals, expectations, and priorities clearly at all levels of the organization.
• Lead and support change initiatives that strengthen the business and prepare the region for future growth.
• Establish and monitor data-driven performance dashboards and metrics.
• Use data analytics and performance insights to guide strategic and operational decisions, anticipate risks, and prioritize investments that improve execution and profitability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree specializing in business administration, construction management, or another relevant field or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of project/program management experience or a combination of relevant experience.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply complex operational and financial data to guide decisions, improve performance, and drive accountability.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.