Deputy Director, Operations - Munitions Response

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The Deputy Director of Operations will assist the Director of Operations in managing and overseeing the organization's operational processes. This role includes ensuring efficient resource allocation, optimizing workflows, enhancing productivity, and leading a team to support organizational goals. The Deputy Director will be responsible for strategic planning, operational improvements, and supporting the leadership team in executing initiatives areas associated with military munitions response, humanitarian mine action, and associated environmental-related services. Exemplify, support, and uphold the Company’s stated mission and values.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in directing the activities, coordinating resources, and ensuring complete operational performance required under customer contracts and related task orders. This includes communication and coordination with all customers including the U.S. Government, foreign governments, international organizations, host nations, Embassy representatives, and others supporting the seamless execution of tasks
• Oversee daily operations to ensure smooth and effective workflow across departments.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure alignment and achievement of organizational goals.
• Assist in preparing and managing the operational budget.
• Ensure resources (staff, technology, and equipment) are allocated effectively and efficiently.
• Monitor expenses and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or performance.
• Support relevant capture efforts, pipeline development and maintenance, and portfolio management
• Support, as required, the planning, prioritization, preparation, and negotiation of proposals and associated contract modifications.
• Supports, as required, tactical and strategic program planning including forecasting, investment, teaming, acquisition, and organic growth for organizational targets and objectives.
• Lead and support, as required, in compliance with all health and safety, quality, security, and environmental policies, procedures, and requirements, both internally and externally, for all organizational activities
• Ensure that operations are compliant with all relevant regulations, policies, and industry standards.
• Identify potential operational risks and develop mitigation plans.
• Work with internal and external auditors to ensure operational processes adhere to best practices.
• Act as a liaison between the Director of Operations, other senior leaders, and operational teams.
• Communicate effectively with all departments to ensure the successful execution of operations and initiatives.
• Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement across the organization.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of operational staff, fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Provide guidance on departmental objectives and support staff development through training and professional growth opportunities.
• Ensure all operational roles are effectively staffed and that employees meet performance expectations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Management, Physical Science, or related field from an accredited university or a combination of comparable education and relevant experience.
• Minimum eight (8) years’ experience with project/program/operations management
• Minimum eight (8) years’ experience in military munitions response (CONUS), humanitarian mine action (OCONUS), or associated environmental remediation projects or programs for U.S. Government, foreign government, and international clients and organizations
• Qualified Senior UXO Supervisor (SUXOS) per Department of Defense Explosive Safety Board, TP-18
• Able to successfully engage with and lead geographically dispersed and diverse teams
• Strong collaborative