Director of Delivery Operations - EV Charging (DC Hubs) - London - Hybrid

Job Description

Job Title: Director of Operations – EV Charging Delivery

Reporting To: C-Suite

Salary: DEO

Location: London HQ (Hybrid)

About the Role:

My EV Charging client is seeking a Director of Delivery Operations to lead the operational delivery function for an EV charging infrastructure company. This role is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end execution of projects, ensuring efficiency, quality, and compliance across multiple delivery teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in DC hub deployment, power networks, or grid infrastructure and be able to drive operational excellence at scale.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of EV charging infrastructure projects, ensuring they meet time, budget, and quality targets.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimise delivery operations, improving efficiency and performance across all projects.
• Lead and manage delivery teams, ensuring alignment with company objectives and operational excellence.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including engineering, procurement, regulatory bodies, and commercial teams.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, safety standards, and sustainability requirements.
• Drive process improvements and implement best practices for scaling DC hub installations and power infrastructure.
• Provide leadership, mentoring, and professional development opportunities for the delivery teams.
• Monitor project KPIs and performance metrics, identifying and addressing risks proactively.

Key Requirements:

• 10+ years of experience in power, network, or grid infrastructure.
• 2-3 years of experience in DC hubs and EV charging projects.
• Proven leadership experience in managing large-scale infrastructure project delivery.
• Strong operational background with a track record of optimising delivery teams and processes.
• Excellent stakeholder management, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with regulatory compliance, safety standards, and industry best practices.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related field.
• PMP, PRINCE2, or relevant project management certification is a plus.
• Experience with utilities, energy providers, or EV infrastructure companies.

If this role is of interest, please apply directly.