Director, Craft Workforce Development

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Quanta Services is seeking a Director, Craft Workforce Development to join our Training and Development team. This is a newly created, builder role — reporting to the Vice President of Training Operations and designed for a hands-on leader who thrives on building programs from the ground up rather than managing existing ones. The Director will lead Quanta's craft workforce development strategy with an initial focus on Data Center Electrical, developing the systems, partnerships, curricula, and pipelines needed to grow and retain a highly skilled field workforce at scale across Quanta's operating companies. The ideal candidate brings direct field experience as a journeyman or above, a proven track record of building accredited training and apprenticeship programs, and the credibility to operate effectively with both field craft and executive leadership. This role requires hands-on field credibility, proven system-building capability, and strong cross-functional leadership across a large, decentralized organization.

Program Development & System Building

• Design, build, and scale craft workforce development programs from the ground up, with an initial focus on Data Center Electrical construction;
• Develop and launch accredited apprenticeship programs in partnership with trade organizations, IBEW, NECA, and state workforce agencies;
• Build and deploy field leadership curricula across Quanta operating companies, including foreman and general foreman development programs;
• Create scalable train-the-trainer frameworks that enable consistent delivery of workforce development programs across multiple regions and OpCos; and
• Establish program standards, metrics, and governance frameworks to measure effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.

Workforce Pipeline Development

• Build and manage strategic partnerships with trade schools, community colleges, IBEW locals, general contractors, and local municipalities to develop sustainable craft workforce pipelines;
• Design and execute recruitment and pre-apprenticeship outreach strategies to attract qualified craft candidates into Quanta's operating companies;
• Collaborate with operating company leadership to identify workforce gaps and develop targeted pipeline strategies aligned to project demand; and
• Develop employer brand and content strategies that elevate Quanta's visibility as an employer of choice in the skilled trades.

Field Leadership & Coaching

• Provide executive-level coaching and leadership development support to field leaders, including foremen, general foremen, and superintendents;
• Design and facilitate customized leadership development workshops for craft professionals across regions and disciplines;
• Partner with operating company leadership to identify high-potential field talent and build structured advancement pathways; and
• Serve as a credible field presence — willing and able to engage directly with craft workers, foremen, and field leadership on job sites.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Reporting

• Partner with the Vice President of Training Operations and operating company leaders to align workforce development strategy with Quanta's broader business objectives;
• Coordinate with HR, Talent Acquisition, and Safety teams to integrate workforce development efforts with broader talent and organizational initiatives;
• Represent Quanta at industry events, trade conferences, and workforce development forums to advance Quanta's position as a leader in craft training; and
• Report program performance, pipeline metrics, and workforce development outcomes to senior leadership on a regular cadence.

Required Education and Experience

• Journeyman Electrician or equivalent craft credential required; Master Electrician license or General Foreman/Superintendent-level field experience strongly preferred;
• 10 or more years of experience in electrical construction, with demonstrated progression from field craft to leadership roles;
• Proven experience building and launching accredited apprenticeship programs, field leadership curricula, or workforce development systems from the ground up;
• Direct experience in data center, mission-critical, or comparable large-scale electrical construction;
• Demonstrated ability to develop workforce pipelines through partnerships with trade schools, unions, municipalities, and industry organizations;
• Strong executive presence and communication skills, with the ability to engage credibly with field craft, operating company leadership, and corporate executives; and
• Willingness and ability to travel regularly across Quanta's operating regions to support field engagement and program delivery.

Preferred Education and Experience

• ICF-accredited coaching certification or equivalent leadership development credential preferred;
• Experience delivering NECA, IBEW, or equivalent union-affiliated field leadership training preferred;
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Education, Organizational Development, or a related field preferred; equivalent field-based experience will be considered; and
• Public speaking, industry panel, or workforce development advocacy experience a plus.

Licenses / Certifications

• Required:  Journeyman Electrician license or equivalent craft credential; valid driver's license
• Preferred:  Master Electrician license; ICF Accredited Business Coach or equivalent; OSHA 30

Supervisory Responsibilities

Yes — this role leads the craft workforce development function and may oversee program staff, training coordinators, and external training partners across Quanta's operating companies.

Travel Requirements

• Travels:  Yes
• Percent of time:  30-40%, driven by field engagement and program delivery across operating regions
• Overnight required:  Yes

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position:  Occasionally
• Pushing/Pulling/Reaching:  Occasionally
• Climb:  Occasionally
• Kneel:  Seldom
• Grab:  Seldom
• Bend:  Seldom
• Lift/carry over:  25 LBS
• Vision:  Constantly
• Hearing:  Constantly
• Working Conditions
• Wet or Humid:  Occasionally
• Working near or on moving mechanical parts:  Seldom
• Working near or on heavy machinery:  Seldom
• Working in high places:  Seldom
• Exposed to fumes or airborne particles:  Seldom
• Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals:  N/A
• Frequency of working in outdoor weather conditions:  Occasionally
• Work with Electricity:  Occasionally
• Work with explosives:  N/A
• Work on or near a source of radiation:  N/A
• Loud noise conditions (above 87dB):  Seldom
• Other Environmental Factors including weather conditions:  PPE required when visiting active construction sites

Note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, working conditions, physical demands, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact the Company's Human Resources department.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.