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Robert McGregor

Somerdale,NJ

Summary

Dynamic operations leader with extensive experience driving operational excellence and cross-functional coordination. Achieved significant cost reductions through strategic resource allocation while enhancing workforce planning. Proven track record in logistics management and compliance, fostering collaboration to exceed organizational goals and elevate performance standards.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sr Director of Operations

Posigen
10.2024 - 09.2025
  • Collaborated with senior leaders to develop long-term strategic plans for the organization''s success. - Re organization of departments to reduce managerial redundancy.
  • Streamlined operations by implementing efficient processes and workflow strategies. - Reduced time to install cycle time by 45 days, reduced rework of design and engineering functions to less than 10%
  • Reduced costs while maintaining quality through effective resource allocation and budget management. - Reduced cost in various operational departments by 12-25% through implementation of automation of simple and redundant administrative activities.
  • Defined, implemented, and revised operational policies and guidelines.

Director of Operations

Posigen
08.2022 - 10.2024
  • Oversaw daily operations across multiple departments, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
  • Defined, implemented, and revised operational policies and guidelines.
  • Negotiated with vendors, suppliers and other stakeholders to acquire mutually beneficial contracts and agreement.
  • Oversaw successful implementation of operational strategies and policies to drive organizational growth and productivity.
  • Developed a contract review and approval team within operations to support sales with verification of contractual details to ensure initial feasibility, answer customer questions and concerns and immediately progress the project on to survey and engineering steps. This implementation reduced initial cancelations prior to Installation by around 30%

Director of Planning & Engineering

Vision Solar
10.2021 - 08.2022
  • Designed effective resource allocation strategies to optimize productivity and maximize project success.
  • Supervised evaluation of re-zonings, ordinance amendments, site plans, and permits.
  • Drove innovation by incorporating new technologies and methodologies into the planning process.
  • Created detailed project timelines, identifying critical milestones and setting realistic expectations for deliverables.

Sr. Director of Operations

Vision Solar
05.2021 - 10.2021
  • Managed cross-functional teams of 100+ employees for maximum efficiency and collaboration.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations and company policies through rigorous audits and evaluations leading to the creation of a special projects team to clean up a section of the pipeline consisting of 700 projects that had been mismanaged by prior leadership.
  • Developed and executed operational plans to achieve organizational goals.
  • Reduced costs while maintaining quality through effective resource allocation and budget management.

Regional Operations Manager

Summit Solar
08.2020 - 05.2021
  • Monitored and analyzed performance data, identifying areas of improvement and developing corrective action plans.
  • Developed processes to save on costs and prevent losses.
  • Increased employee retention by implementing comprehensive training programs and opportunities for advancement.
  • Devised strategic plans focused on long-term growth while addressing immediate operational challenges.

Operations Manager

Vivint Solar
01.2020 - 08.2020
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.

Operations Manager

DC Solar
06.2018 - 07.2019
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.

Regional Operations Manager

1st Light Energy
06.2016 - 06.2018
  • Monitored and analyzed performance data, identifying areas of improvement and developing corrective action plans.
  • Developed processes to save on costs and prevent losses.
  • Streamlined regional operations by implementing efficient processes and procedures.
  • Established performance goals for each department, monitoring progress towards objectives on a regular basis.

Project Manager

Amergy Solar
12.2014 - 12.2015
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
  • projects.Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives for commercial and residential projects in NY and NJ up to 2mw.
  • Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
  • Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.

Field Supervisor

NRG Home Solar
05.2012 - 12.2014
  • Maintained accurate records of field activities, ensuring proper documentation was available for internal reviews and audits.
  • Led field installation teams in NJ and NY. Designated trainer of new installation techs and developing foremen.
  • Collaborated closely with other Field Supervisors to share knowledge, expertise, and best practices in order to optimize overall performance.
  • Increased worksite safety with detailed risk assessments and implementation of comprehensive safety measures.

Various Positions - Field Installation / Roof Lead

Various Organization
05.2008 - 03.2012

Field installation of residential and commercial projects up to 6mw.

Education

BBA - Business Administration

Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH
05-2023

Skills

  • Cross-functional coordination
  • Operational excellence
  • Logistics management
  • Workforce planning
  • Strategic planning and execution
  • Risk mitigation
  • Quality assurance
  • Financial controls implementation
  • Operational efficiency
  • Strategic planning

Accomplishments

    successfully reduced operational cycle times of various functions such as site survey, permit and utility application submission and approval, additional scope of work (structural upgrades, electrical service upgrades, roof replacement and tree removal) leading to a 45 day reduction in time to install. Reduced rework of design and engineering functions to less than 10% by architecting enhanced SOPs to support clean deliverables from contract review through to installation. Revived 400 residential projects lost to out of pocket costs for additional scope of work through deep analysis of accuracy of the scope of work and determining minimal costs that could be covered in full creating a large injection of federal tax credits in portfolio of leased systems.

Certification

  • OSHA - 30 Hour

  • Human Relations in Administration

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
German
Elementary
Spanish
Elementary

Timeline

Sr Director of Operations

Posigen
10.2024 - 09.2025

Director of Operations

Posigen
08.2022 - 10.2024

Director of Planning & Engineering

Vision Solar
10.2021 - 08.2022

Sr. Director of Operations

Vision Solar
05.2021 - 10.2021

Regional Operations Manager

Summit Solar
08.2020 - 05.2021

Operations Manager

Vivint Solar
01.2020 - 08.2020

Operations Manager

DC Solar
06.2018 - 07.2019

Regional Operations Manager

1st Light Energy
06.2016 - 06.2018

Project Manager

Amergy Solar
12.2014 - 12.2015

Field Supervisor

NRG Home Solar
05.2012 - 12.2014

Various Positions - Field Installation / Roof Lead

Various Organization
05.2008 - 03.2012

BBA - Business Administration

Southern New Hampshire University

Personal Information

Title: Organizational Leadership - Operations

Certifications

02-2025