Director of Operations – Building Automation Systems (BAS)

## Director of Operations – Building Automation Systems (BAS) The Director of Operations for Building Automation Systems (BAS) provides operational leadership, governance, and support across Bosch Building Technologies North America (Bosch BT NA) BAS projects and branch operations. Reporting to the Vice President of Operations, this role partners closely with Branch Managers, Operations Managers, and Project Teams to drive consistent project execution, improve forecast accuracy, reduce operational risk, and strengthen financial performance. The Director serves as a strategic operational leader focused on project health, resource optimization, and continuous improvement across the BAS business. The role ensures alignment to company standards and operational best practices while supporting branch teams in delivering successful outcomes for customers and stakeholders. This position can be located from any major Bosch Building Technologies office in North America, with a strong preference for the candidate to be close to one of our major Operational Innovation Branches. ### Operational Leadership & Branch Support - Partner with Branch Managers and Operations Leaders to support execution of business objectives. - Conduct regular branch operational reviews to evaluate project health, financial performance, staffing, backlog, and forecast accuracy. - Provide leadership for complex operational issues and escalated project concerns. - Support organizational consistency across all BAS operations. ### Project Governance & Risk Management - Oversee project review programs throughout the project lifecycle. - Identify operational, contractual, financial, and execution risks on large projects. - Facilitate risk mitigation strategies and recovery planning. - Support margin improvement initiatives and reduction of project deviations. - Ensure project controls and governance standards are consistently followed. - Drive consistent execution standards across all BAS operations. ### Financial & Operational Performance - Review project forecasts, earned revenue, gross margin performance, labor utilization, and backlog health. - Partner with branch leadership on annual planning, budgeting, and forecasting activities. - Drive accountability for operational KPIs and project financial performance. - Improve forecast accuracy and operational predictability. ### Process Standardization & Continuous Improvement - Implement operational best practices and playbooks. - Support standardization of project execution methodologies. - Identify opportunities for productivity improvements and workflow efficiencies. - Lead continuous improvement initiatives across assigned branches. ### Cross Functional Collaboration - Collaborate with Engineering, Sales, Procurement, Service, and Finance teams. - Support seamless project transitions from sales through execution and into service. - Ensure operational alignment with strategic organizational objectives. ### Health, Safety & Compliance - Promote a culture of operational excellence and safety. - Ensure compliance with customer requirements, company policies, and regulatory standards. ### Supervisor Duties In accordance with applicable Company policies and procedures and Federal/State laws, the role includes supervisory responsibilities: planning, assigning, and directing work; coaching and appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. ### Professional Competencies - **Resilience:** Ability to maintain composure and adapt swiftly amidst uncertainty and rapid changes. - **Strategic Agility:** Capacity to analyze situations critically and make prompt, well-informed decisions, considering diverse scenarios and potential outcomes. - **Entrepreneurial Mindset:** Willingness to take calculated risks and explore innovative solutions to drive growth. - **Collaborative Leadership:** Skill in fostering collaboration across diverse stakeholders and departments. - **Resourcefulness:** Ability to effectively leverage available resources, networks, and expertise. - **Attention to Detail:** Capability to manage intricate details, ensuring thorough planning and execution. - **Emotional Intelligence:** Aptitude in understanding and managing emotions to navigate sensitive situations. - **Adaptability:** Willingness to adjust strategies in response to evolving market dynamics. - **Clear Communication:** Strong communication skills to articulate complex ideas and influence stakeholders. - **Ethical Integrity:** Commitment to upholding high ethical standards and compliance with regulations. ### Required Qualifications - 8–10 years of leadership experience within Building Automation Systems operations. - Strong expertise in building automation systems, HVAC controls, integration platforms, commissioning, and intelligent buildings. - Proven experience managing large project portfolios. - Expertise in forecasting, financial management, project controls, and operational leadership. - Experience with ERP and project management platforms. - A valid Driver’s License and ability to pass pre-employment screens. ### Preferred Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or equivalent experience. - Previous and progressive experience in operational leadership within Building Automation Systems projects and programs. - Experience developing and implementing national operational standards, including SOPs, domain-specific service playbooks, and process guidelines. - Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Sales, Procurement, Service, and Finance teams. - Harmonization of Operations Department through Merger & Acquisition activity. - Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 or similar ERP platforms. ### Key Success Metrics - Project Margin Performance, Forecast Accuracy, Gross Margin Performance, Schedule Adherence, Labor Productivity, Risk Reduction, Backlog Health, Customer Satisfaction, Safety Performance. ### Physical Demands - Must be able to effectively communicate in English (see, hear, speak, and write clearly). - Manual dexterity required for occasional reaching, lifting of light office objects, and operating office equipment. - Sitting, standing, walking in office environments and construction sites. - Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and may be required to work at heights over 1.8m (6 feet). ### Working Conditions - The office is clean, orderly, properly lighted, and ventilated. Noise levels are low to moderate. - May be required to be on site with customers or contractors to manage expectations and deliverables. Sites range from general office environments to new construction. - Driving to customer sites is required. - Overnight travel is required. ### Additional Information - **Compensation:** $165,000 – $225,000 + 20–30% Annual Bonus (DOE). - **Working Hours:** Generally Monday–Friday, overtime and on call when necessary. - **Travel Requirements:** 35–50%. - **Bosch Discounts:** As an associate, you will have access to various discount programs. - **Benefits:** Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K with company match, Life/AD&D/LTD, Paid Vacation/Sick/Holidays, Employee Assistance Program, Pet Insurance. --- _This job was found on [bandana.com](https://www.bandana.com/?utm_source=jd_attribution&utm_medium=repost)_ [Jobs Hiring in Brookdale, NJ](https://bandana.com/c-Jobs-Hiring-in-Brookdale,-NJ.html), [Jobs Hiring in Clifton, NJ](https://bandana.com/c-Jobs-Hiring-in-Clifton,-NJ.html), [Jobs Hiring in Bloomfield, NJ](https://bandana.com/c-Jobs-Hiring-in-Bloomfield,-NJ.html), [Jobs Hiring in Passaic, NJ](https://bandana.com/c-Jobs-Hiring-in-Passaic,-NJ.html), [Jobs Hiring in Upper Montclair, NJ](https://bandana.com/c-Jobs-Hiring-in-Upper-Montclair,-NJ.html)