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Director of Traditional Energy

Las Vegas, NV

At AKS, we are growing and building for the future. We bring together multidisciplined experts across the land development, energy, and infrastructure markets to take on bigger challenges and deliver solutions that make a real difference. Our teams combine creativity, technical excellence, and a collaborative, hands-on approach to solve complex problems and deliver results our clients and communities can count on. We take pride in our work and our ability to provide opportunities for our teams, support each other’s growth, and look ahead to what’s next. When you join AKS, you will find opportunities to take ownership of meaningful projects, learn, lead, and make an impact from day one.

We are looking for a Director of Traditional Energy to lead pre-construction efforts for natural gas-fired generation projects. This role sits at the center of early-stage project development, bringing together engineering, procurement, and construction to ensure projects are well-defined, de-risked, and set up for successful execution. You will play a key role in shaping project strategy, advising on technical decisions, and driving alignment across teams during the most critical phases of development. This is a highly impactful opportunity to help shape the direction of major energy projects from day one, working closely with experienced teams, influencing key decisions, and ensuring complex infrastructure projects are set up the right way from the start.

What You’ll Do

  • Lead and advise on conceptual design and front-end engineering for natural gas-fired generation facilities
  • Develop and review project schedules, cost estimates, and risk assessments
  • Coordinate pre-construction deliverables across engineering, procurement, and construction teams
  • Provide high-level input on the selection of major equipment and systems
  • Review engineering documentation to ensure alignment with project specifications and industry standards
  • Identify opportunities to optimize performance, efficiency, and constructability
  • Drive alignment across cross-functional teams and ensure clear communication throughout pre-construction
  • Act as a key technical and strategic advisor to internal stakeholders and project leadership

Who You Are

  • You have a "Do what needs to be done" mindset, taking ownership beyond assigned tasks and stepping in wherever needed to keep projects, teams, and customers supported and running smoothly.
  • 7+ years of experience in traditional energy development and/or construction
  • Strong background in natural gas generation or similar conventional energy infrastructure
  • Experience working across pre-construction, engineering, and project execution
  • Ability to evaluate technical designs, schedules, and cost structures at a high level
  • Proven ability to lead and influence cross-disciplinary teams
  • Strong communication and decision-making skills

Nice to Have

  • Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
  • Experience supporting large-scale energy or infrastructure projects from concept through execution
  • Willingness or ability to relocate to Las Vegas, NV

Why AKS?

At AKS, we believe your work should support your life, not the other way around. Here's what you can count on when you join our team: 

  • Meaningful Growth: Whether you're just starting out or looking to advance, we offer hands-on training, mentorship, and clear paths for professional development so you can grow with purpose. 
  • Real Collaboration: Join a team that brings diverse perspectives together to solve complex challenges with creativity, curiosity, and a shared commitment to quality. 
  • Respect for Your Time: We value work-life balance and offer generous PTO and a supportive environment that helps you manage both personal and professional responsibilities. 
  • Benefits That Care: You’ll have access to health coverage that supports your total well-being, plus a 401(k) match, paid holidays, and more resources to help you thrive. 
  • Weekly Team Lunches: Take a break and recharge with your teammates, we believe food brings people together. 
  • Culture That Connects: We invest in experiences that build strong teams and strong communities. 
  • A Place People Love to Work: We’ve been named one of the Top Workplaces year after year. 

Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions, celebrates initiative, and is committed to doing things the right way for our employees, clients, and communities. 

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