Director of Installation

Job Purpose The Director of Installation is responsible for the end-to-end execution of all installation activities, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, on budget, and to Hy‑Tek quality standards. This role provides leadership across field installation teams, subcontractors, and internal partners to translate sold scope into successful, repeatable customer outcomes. The Director of Installation serves as the primary operational owner of installation performance, and coordinates Project Engineering, Project Management, and Safety for installation projects. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Installation Execution & DeliveryOwn execution of all installation scopes from mobilization through mechanical completion and turnoverEnsure installation activities align with approved drawings, specifications, contracts, and schedulesDrive consistent use of installation SOPs, workflows, and field standards across all projectsResolve field execution issues related to labor, materials, sequencing, and constructabilityServe as escalation point for customer-facing installation challengesLeadership & Team ManagementProvide direct leadership to the Installation management team and field leadershipSet clear expectations for performance, safety, quality, and communicationCoach and develop installation leadership bench strengthParticipate in recurring management, project review, and cross-functional cadence meetingsSafety, Quality & ComplianceEnsure all installation activities comply with company safety programs, OSHA requirements, and customer site rulesPartner with Safety to drive incident prevention, training, and corrective actionsEnforce installation quality standards and punch-list discipline through closeoutFinancial & Resource ManagementManage installation labor planning, manpower loading, and subcontractor utilizationOwn installation cost performance, including labor productivity, rework, and change ordersPartner with Sourcing and Operations on subcontractor strategy and performanceSupport forecasting and variance analysis related to installation executionCross‑Functional CollaborationPartner with Project Engineering to improve install ability and reduce field riskCollaborate with Project Management on schedules, sequencing, and customer communicationInterface with Commissioning and Implementation teams to ensure smooth system turnoverSupport Sales as needed with installation approach, risk input, and lessons learnedPresent a professional image to clients and partnersPerform other duties as may be assigned Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Preferred Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred10+ years of experience in installation, field operations, or construction leadership in the Material Handling IndustryPrior experience managing large-scale, multi-site installation projectsStrong working knowledge of mechanical and electrical installation in material handling systemsProven ability to lead field-based teams in dynamic construction environmentsHigh proficiency in coordinating subcontractors and site logisticsAbility to operate independently and make sound decisions under pressureStrong communication skills with customers, internal teams, and executive leadership Working Conditions Ability to travel up to 25% or as needed based on business needs.Working in office, remote or supplier/client facilities.Working in a stationary position for an extended period.Moving or traversing for an extended period.Occasional climbing on steps, scaffolding and/or mezzanines.Operating computers for an extended period.Possible exposure to noise levels exceeding recommended DBA levels.Job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or ability necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations. ***