NAES Corporation

Director Chief of Staff

LocationWashington, DC
Job Typefull_time
Salary$163,000-$187,000

About This Job

At NAES, you’ll find engaging and challenging career opportunities in the power generation, renewable energy and industrial construction industry. At every level of the company, we share a common goal: To instill confidence in our clients through our steadfast commitment to safety, integrity and quality of work.

NAES is largest independent operator of power facilities in the industry, operating more than 190 power plants throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and the UK that span all technologies and provide over 49 GW of capacity. With the strength of 4000 people, our growing family of companies now addresses the entire life cycle of power generation and other industrial plants.

NAES is committed to supporting a culture with unique perspectives and backgrounds. We value individual differences in each other in an effort to create a brighter future in the power generation industry. We strive to attract and retain employees by offering competitive compensation, a comprehensive benefits package (including retirement) and promotional opportunities.


Summary

The Chief of Staff will serve as the right hand to the SVP of StratoSight™ overseeing the development and coordination of all back-office functions required to scale the business from early-stage launch to national deployment. This is a hands-on leadership role that combines strategic planning with operational execution across HR, Finance, IT, Legal, and Procurement.


Primary Duties

Design and implement the operating structure for StratoSight’s back-office (HR, Finance, IT, Legal, Procurement)
Lead and manage initial outsourced and fractional support relationships, transitioning to in-house staff as scale permits
Partner with administrative processes including payroll, benefits, onboarding, compliance, and internal communications
Partner with the GM and executive leadership to develop and track strategic goals, KPIs, and operational performance metrics
Support budget planning, P&L management, and monthly operating reviews in partnership with NAES corporate finance
Lead technology enablement initiatives, ensuring systems are in place to support HRIS, ERP, asset tracking, and operational workflows
Interface with legal and compliance teams to manage contracts, insurance, and regulatory filings
Coordinate cross-functional projects and ensure deadlines, resources, and risks are managed across workstreams
Serve as a cultural steward and internal communications lead as the team grows from 10 to 50+ employees
Assist in recruiting and onboarding top talent in conjunction with department heads and NAES talent acquisition


Working Relationships

The Director, Chief of Staff will report to the SVP. Oversee and manage subordinate staff.


Compensation

The initial compensation will range from $163,000 - $187,000


Education and Experience:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, or related field
Preferred Education: MBA
Years of Experience: Eight+ years of progressive experience in operations, administration, or business management
Prior experience as Chief of Staff, Director of Operations, or equivalent role in a startup, high-growth, or technical services environment


Specific Skills and Knowledge

Strong financial and analytical skills, with comfort managing budgets and operating plans
Experience working with or managing outsourced service providers and systems integrators
Demonstrated ability to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives with minimal oversight
Strong organizational and project management skills, with attention to detail and deadlines
Excellent communication skills—written, verbal, and presentation


Physical Requirements and Working Conditions


This position is primarily an office position.


NAES Safe

Safety is a core value of NAES and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to be mentally alert and work safely at all times. Additionally, employees are required to adhere to all safety warnings and posted safety signs whenever on company property. Furthermore, employees must follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each employee’s performance.

NAES is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We prioritize selecting employees based on merit and competence, seeking individuals of the highest quality, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other form of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state, and federal law.


Experience


Preferred

Strong financial and analytical skills, with comfort managing budgets and operating plans Experience working with or managing outsourced service providers and systems integrators Demonstrated ability to lead complex, cross-functional initiatives with minimal oversight Strong organizational and project management skills, with attention to detail and deadlines Excellent communication skills—written, verbal, and presentation


Education


Preferred

Bachelors or better in Business Administration or related field


Licenses & Certifications


Required


Driver's License


Skills


Preferred

Business Strategy
Business Analytics
Contract Management
Contract Negotiation
Process Improvement
MS Office Suite
Operations Management
Verbal and Written Communications


Behaviors


Preferred

Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them
Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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