ABOUT US

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.
As a trusted voice for many of the world s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.
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.

ABOUT THE ROLE

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