DNV Energy Systems is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to lead our operational excellence and change management activities in the Energy Systems North America. This is a newly established role in the North America region. You will report to both the Finance and Performance Manager and the Global Operational Excellence Lead, while working closely with the Regional Leadership Team and the global network of Operational Excellence Managers.

As part of the global operational excellence team, the Operational Excellence Manager will drive step-change improvements in operational performance, delivering greater value to customers, employees, DNV Energy Systems, and society. This will be done by developing and leveraging our Lean Operational Excellence methodology, empowering teams, and leading key improvement initiatives to achieve measurable benefits.

This role is based at our DNV office in Katy, TX. We present a dynamic hybrid schedule, where employees typically spend three (3) days per week working from a DNV office or client location/site. Further details regarding role-specific requirements will be shared during the interview process.

What You’ll Do

Collaborate with the Global Operational Excellence Lead to identify, prioritize, and launch improvement pilots across the North America Region
Provide proactive coaching on Lean management, problem-solving and process improvement, and to manager- and employee-led improvement pilots and initiatives, and support as required
Collaborate closely with a global team of Operational Excellence Managers and share lessons learned
Lead and proactively drive Operational Excellence and Change Management initiatives
Assist in designing, refining and tailoring Lean Operational Excellence, Performance Management, and Change Management concepts
Develop Lean Operational Excellence learning paths and deliver training (both in-person and virtually)
Occasional travel may be required

Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days)
Multiple Medical and Dental benefit plans to choose from, Vision benefits
Spending accounts – FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits, company-seeded HSA
Employer-paid, therapist-led, virtual care services through Talkspace
401(k) with company match
Company provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits
Education reimbursement program
Flexible work schedule with hybrid/remote opportunities
Charitable Matched Giving and Volunteer Rewards through our Impact Program
Volunteer time off (VTO) paid by the company
Career advancement opportunities

**Benefits vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election*

How We Do It

We Care, We Dare, We Share

DNV is a proud equal-opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

DNV is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. US applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the North America Recruitment Department (hrrecruitment.northamerica@dnv.com). Information received relating to accommodations will be addressed confidentially.

DNV is proud to announce being named one of Houston’s best places to work in the 2022 Houston Business Journal – Best Places to Work competition.

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What Is Required

Experience from Operational Excellence initiatives in the service industry
5-10 years of Operational Excellence consulting experience
Experience with commercial processes
Strong analytical and business problem-solving skills
Proven experience in operational improvements and change management
Proven experience in delivering coaching (or a strong interest)
Proven experience with Lean, Six Sigma, Agile, or similar methodologies (or a strong interest)
Experience working in an international environment
Self-motivated, proactive, resilient, and able to cope with high-pressure situations
Excellent communication, influencing and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of both physical and virtual teams
Strong written and verbal English communication skills
We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening

If you are passionate about driving change and improving operational performance, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

*Immigration-related employment benefits, for example, visa sponsorship, are not available for this position*

About Energy Systems

We help customers navigate the complex transition to a decarbonized and more sustainable energy future. We do this by assuring that energy systems work safely and effectively, using solutions that are increasingly digital. We also help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry.