Energy Director

PositionOverview

McAdams isseekinga dynamic, forward-thinkingEnergyDirectortoaccelerate the firm's growth across theTexas energy market. This senior-level role willleadthe execution of McAdams'2026Energy Strategy, driving revenue expansion, increasing market share, and strengthening our statewide presence through strategic client engagement and exceptional project delivery. The Energy Leader willbe responsible forbuilding and leading high-performing, multidisciplinary teams that deliver complex, high-impact energy projects for both public and private sector clients.

The ideal candidate bringsdeep industry insight, a strong network of established relationships, and a proventrack recordof winning and executing large-scale energy work. This leader will serve as a visible representative of McAdams in the energy sector, cultivating new opportunities, guiding pursuit strategy, and ensuring consistent excellence from concept through construction. This is an opportunity for an entrepreneurial leader who thrives in a growth environment and is motivated by shaping a scalable, high-performing energy practice across Texas.

AtMcAdams, we invest ingrowth-minded leaderswho are eager to build, innovate, and elevate those around them. You will have the autonomy to shape strategy, influence market direction, and expand capabilities-supported by a collaborative leadership team, robust internal resources, and a strong platform for long-term career development. This is an opportunity for a leader who thrives in an entrepreneurial environment, values continuous improvement, and is motivated by creating lasting impact in the communities we serve.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Growth & Business Development

• Lead execution of Phase 1 (Diversify Client Base) and Phase 2 (Expand Services) of McAdams' Energy Strategy.
• Build andmaintainrelationships with utilities, renewable energy developers, and EPC firms-specifically targeting NextEra-Lonestar, Oncor, andCoServ.
• Identifyand develop other key relationships.
• Develop teaming strategies with large energy firms to expand project pipelines.
• Serve as a client-facing leader and thought partner to industry stakeholders.
• Track MSA contract cycles with desiredclients to position McAdams.
• Identifyand pursue strategic acquisition opportunities to expand energy services or client portfolios.
• Leverage McAdams business development professionals to advance growth.

Team Building & Leadership

• Recruit, onboard, andretainhigh-performing professionals in site design, geomatics, entitlement,(Phase 1)environmental, and electrical engineering(Phase 2).
• Develop full-service energy teamsin Texas.
• Cultivate an internal culture that prioritizes safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Provide mentorship and coaching toemergingleaders inthe energypractice.

Project Delivery & Operations

• Oversee project execution to ensure consistent quality, profitability, and on-time delivery.
• Expand existingMSAcontracts (e.g., Oncor) to include comprehensive site design andsurveyingservices.
• Ensure safety ratings are upheld across all regions and disciplines.
• Provide technical and operational leadership on major initiatives like 765kV expansion projects.

Revenue & Profitability

• Grow currentrevenue(2024 - $5.4M, 2025 thru June $2.7)totargets of $10M-$15M annually with profitability exceeding 10%.
• Position the Energy Practice to contribute at least 10% of McAdams' overall $150M revenue goalby 2028.
• Monitor and manage financial performance, includingbookings,revenue,utilization, billing, and backlog.

Skills+Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineeringor related field (PE licensure in FL and TX highly preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in the energy sector withdemonstratedbusiness development success.
• Established relationships within utility and renewable energy networks.
• Experience building and managing cross-functional teams across multiple geographies.
• Strong understanding of entitlement, permitting, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.

WorkEnvironment+ PhysicalDemands

The characteristics described below are representative of thoseencounteredwhile performing the essential functions of this position. When properly requested and whenfeasible(without undue hardship to the company), reasonableaccommodationswill be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

• Work will primarily be in an office setting with limited opportunities to be exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
• Workwill beprimarilyworkingwith fingers by picking, pinching, typing, and grasping often with repetitive motion.
• Must have visual acuity for viewing a computer screen, the ability to talk,hearand sit for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to carry,liftand push/pull up to 5 poundsfrequentlyand up to 30 pounds occasionally.
• Additionalphysical duties may berequiredas necessary.