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Director of Traditional Energy

aksengineeringforestryllcUnited States
💰 $130,000 – $185,000/yrFull-time

Quick Summary

Director of Traditional Energy role leading pre-construction efforts for natural gas-fired generation projects at AKS.

Skills & Keywords

natural gas generationpre-constructionproject developmentenergy infrastructure

What You’ll Do

  • Lead and advise on conceptual design and front-end engineering for natural gas-fired generation facilities
  • Develop and review project schedules, cost estimates, and risk assessments
  • Coordinate pre-construction deliverables across engineering, procurement, and construction teams
  • Provide high-level input on the selection of major equipment and systems
  • Review engineering documentation to ensure alignment with project specifications and industry standards
  • Identify opportunities to optimize performance, efficiency, and constructability
  • Drive alignment across cross-functional teams and ensure clear communication throughout pre-construction
  • Act as a key technical and strategic advisor to internal stakeholders and project leadership

Required Qualifications

  • You have a "Do what needs to be done" mindset, taking ownership beyond assigned tasks and stepping in wherever needed to keep projects, teams, and customers supported and running smoothly.
  • 7+ years of experience in traditional energy development and/or construction
  • Strong background in natural gas generation or similar conventional energy infrastructure
  • Experience working across pre-construction, engineering, and project execution
  • Ability to evaluate technical designs, schedules, and cost structures at a high level
  • Proven ability to lead and influence cross-disciplinary teams
  • Strong communication and decision-making skills

Nice to Have

  • Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
  • Experience supporting large-scale energy or infrastructure projects from concept through execution
  • Willingness or ability to relocate to Las Vegas, NV
  • Meaningful Growth Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance, we offer hands-on training, mentorship, and clear paths for professional development so you can grow with purpose.
  • Real Collaboration Join a team that brings diverse perspectives together to solve complex challenges with creativity, curiosity, and a shared commitment to quality.
  • Respect for Your Time We value work-life balance and offer generous PTO and a supportive environment that helps you manage both personal and professional responsibilities.
  • Benefits That Care You’ll have access to health coverage that supports your total well-being, plus a 401(k) match, paid holidays, and more resources to help you thrive.
  • Weekly Team Lunches Take a break and recharge with your teammates, we believe food brings people together.
  • Culture That Connects We invest in experiences that build strong teams and strong communities.
  • A Place People Love to Work We’ve been named one of the Top Workplaces year after year.

Why AKS?

At AKS, we believe your work should support your life, not the other way around. Here's what you can count on when you join our team:

Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions, celebrates initiative, and is committed to doing things the right way for our employees, clients, and communities.

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