• M.Sc., MBA., MTM., PhD. Advanced degree qualifications in Mathematics, Business Administration and Management.
• Professional certifications in Lean Six Sigma, Agile Transformation, and Strategic Management: Certified Lean Six Sigma Black and Green Belts (Accredited) from SSAA and AIGPE.
• Certified Leader and Strategic Kaizen from Franklin Templeton Academy, India.
• HP Life Certified in Agile Project Management.
• Alison Certified In Agile Project Management and Prince Version 2.
• Certified Project Management Expert: Tools (Accredited) from SSAA.
• 13+ years of progressive leadership experience, including 10+ years in senior operational management and C-suite roles.
• Experience leading digital transformation, automation, or AI-driven process modernization.
• Strong background in enterprise operations, manufacturing, SaaS, or large-scale services.
• Track record of building world-class leadership teams and culture-first organizations.
• Proven record of leading enterprise transformation, scalability initiatives, and cross-functional integration within global organizations.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Experience managing multimillion-dollar budgets and driving measurable performance improvement.
• Strong financial literacy with a strategic understanding of P&L management and operational KPIs.
• Deep knowledge of business process optimization, digital transformation, and organizational change management.
• An accomplished Chief Operating Officer (COO) who can drive organizational performance, operational discipline, and strategic transformation across all facets of the business and serve as a trusted advisor on enterprise-wide initiatives.
• I can oversee global operations, business transformation programs, and cross-functional leadership teams to ensure alignment between strategy and execution.
• I bring a balance of visionary leadership and operational mastery, capable of steering complex organizations through growth and innovation while maintaining a relentless focus on customer experience, profitability, and culture.
• I am a strategic operator with a passion for scaling businesses, optimizing performance, and leading high-performing teams, this is a defining opportunity to shape the next chapter of an organization positioned for global success.
• I can architect the systems, processes, and teams that sustain operational excellence and drive growth. As the strategic engine of execution, I will also ensure that the organization runs with precision, agility, and purpose, delivering value to customers, shareholders, and employees alike.

• I am open to a hybrid role with flexibility to operate across major U.S. hubs.
• Can travel to regional offices, strategic partners, and executive meetings (up to 30%).
• Highly collaborative, high-impact environment that values innovation, agility, and measurable performance.

Personal Capabilities and Qualifications:

• Long-term visionary thinker with analytical discipline.
• Executive presence and strong Board-level communication capability.
• Commercial acumen aligned with infrastructure investment cycles.
• High resilience in volatile regulatory and commodity environments.
• Data-driven strategic decision-making mindset.
• Cross-functional leadership influence across engineering and finance teams.
• Global perspective with geopolitical awareness.
• Strong governance and ethical orientation.
• High-accountability role tied to enterprise growth and valuation metrics.
• Frequent engagement with investors, regulators, and global partners.
• Fast-paced energy transition environment.
• Executive-level reporting to the Board and institutional stakeholders.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead and optimize daily business operations, driving excellence across functions including Operations, Finance, Supply Chain, HR, and Technology.
• Oversee the design and execution of business strategies that achieve operational efficiency and sustainable growth.
• Collaborate closely with the CEO to set organizational goals, align resources, and translate strategic priorities into executable plans.
• Champion cross-departmental collaboration and accountability through measurable performance frameworks.
• Build and manage high-performing teams while promoting a culture of innovation, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
• Develop operational KPIs and ensure metrics are consistently achieved across global business units.
• Oversee enterprise-level transformation projects, including digital modernization, automation, and business process optimization.
• Serve as the executive sponsor for compliance, risk management, and governance initiatives.
• Strengthen relationships with external stakeholders, strategic partners, and global clients to support sustainable growth.

Strategic Support:

• Serve as the operational right hand to the CEO, ensuring business strategy translates into measurable results.
• Partner with executive leaders across Finance, Technology, HR, and Marketing to align on growth initiatives.
• Lead the Operational Excellence Council, driving accountability for transformation programs and efficiency outcomes.
• Support Board and Investor communications with data-driven insights on operational performance.