escogroup

escogroup

Chief Operating Officer

Marion, Iowa · Exec · Full-time

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 20 days ago
HRLeadershipCollaborationMentoringAdaptability

About the role

  • Scintilla is a 100% employee-owned holding company formed in 2021, evolving from the legacy of ESCO Group.
  • Today, our portfolio includes ESCO Electric, ESCO Automation, ESCO Power & Safety and other specialized business units serving industrial and municipal clients.
  • Our workforce includes over 175 employee-owners and over 200 union electricians, supported by robust corporate shared services.

Responsibilities

  • Partner with senior leadership to define and implement long-term strategic goals for shared services.
  • Deliver market insights and performance trends to inform planning and decision-making.
  • Lead and manage the strategic direction and performance of the IT, HR/Employee Experience, Marketing, and Facilities teams.
  • Design and implement scalable systems, processes, and controls to improve efficiency, service delivery, and employee experience.
  • Establish and implement succession planning strategies across shared service functions.
  • Build trust and alignment with business unit leaders through deep understanding of their operational needs.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of senior leadership in operations, shared services, or enterprise infrastructure roles.
  • Proven track record of delivering measurable results in efficiency, cost savings, or service improvements.
  • Some travel required

Nice to have

  • Industry experience within electrical, automation, industrial services, or related sectors.
  • Advanced degree in Business, Operations, or relevant field.
  • Leadership Competencies
  • Coaching & Mentorship: Approachable and supportive guide for emerging leaders.
  • Integrity & Accountability: Embodies ethical leadership and professionalism.
  • Adaptability: Navigates ambiguity and change with resilience and focus.
  • champions innovation.

Skills

  • Continuously develops self and others; champions innovation.
  • Additional Responsibilities
  • Approve and monitor department budgets, staffing forecasts, and capital expenditures.
  • Attend executive and departmental meetings across the organization.
  • Stay current on industry trends, tools, and technologies that could impact operations.

Benefits

  • Our first priority is the safety and wellbeing of our employees.
  • We work together to continuously create a safe environment and to improve processes that protect and promote the health of our ESCO family.
  • Capable of translating strategic vision into operational reality.
  • Translate vision into operational plans that support business growth and innovation.

Company info

  • We approach challenges with curiosity and avoid making assumptions.
  • We are enthusiastic about innovation, good change, and encourage the inquisitive mindset.

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