Job Description

Executive Senior Manager, US Operations & Business Development

Location: Ashland, OH

Job Type: Full-Time, Executive Leadership

Salary: $180k-$200k

About The Opportunity

A growing, international industrial engineering and construction organization is expanding its presence in the United States and seeking an experienced Executive Senior Manager to lead US operations and drive business development. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for someone who can combine operational expertise, strategic vision, and strong commercial instincts to build and scale a US business. The ideal candidate will bring experience in complex industrial construction environments, particularly within the semiconductor, pharmaceutical, data center, or other mission-critical industries.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Business Development

Develop and execute a strategic growth plan for the US market, aligned with broader corporate objectives.
Identify and pursue new business opportunities, strategic partnerships, geographic expansion, and potential acquisitions.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, particularly within the semiconductor and mission-critical industries.
Analyze market trends, competitive activity, and customer needs to identify opportunities for growth.
Expand market presence and strengthen the organization's position within the US industrial construction and engineering sector.

Operations & Team Leadership

Oversee US business operations, ensuring effective project delivery, operational efficiency, and alignment with company goals.
Recruit, develop, and lead high-performing teams across project management, engineering, technical services, and administrative functions.
Establish a culture of safety, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Implement effective performance management practices and support long-term team development and succession planning.
Ensure projects and operations adhere to applicable US construction codes, safety requirements, and industry standards.

Financial & Business Management

Oversee business unit budgets, financial forecasts, and overall operating performance in partnership with the finance team.
Maintain accountability for P&L performance, profitability, and sustainable business growth.
Partner with leadership to evaluate investments, expansion opportunities, and other strategic business initiatives.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related technical field; an MBA is highly preferred.
10+ years of progressive leadership experience within industrial construction, engineering, or a related sector.
Experience in semiconductor, pharmaceutical, data center, or other complex industrial or mission-critical environments is strongly preferred.
Demonstrated success managing P&L responsibility for a multi-million-dollar business unit, region, or comparable operation.
Strong understanding of the US construction market, including applicable codes, safety regulations, workforce dynamics, and union and non-union labor environments.
Proven ability to develop client relationships, generate new business, and execute strategic growth initiatives.
Experience building and leading teams across multiple functions and locations.
Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Willingness to travel frequently throughout the United States.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Play a pivotal role in building and expanding a growing US operation.
Influence business strategy, market expansion, and long-term organizational growth.
Work with an established international organization operating in specialized, high-growth industrial markets.
Make a meaningful impact on business performance, team development, and strategic direction.
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

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