Operations Director- Mechanical Construction
Actalent · Round Rock, TX · 2 mo ago
On-siteManagement$140k–$230k/yrFull-time
We are hiring an Operations Director to support the continued growth of our New Construction division in Texas.
About the role
This role is responsible for leading teams delivering large, complex projects while setting and executing strategies, goals, and performance objectives.
Responsibilities
- Oversee all project activities, functions, and resource allocation
- Assign and manage project responsibilities across team members
- Serve as the primary client point of contact during project execution
- Hold full financial accountability, including accurate and timely reporting
- Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and compliance standards
- Provide stakeholders with clear, timely updates to support decision-making
- Collaborate across departments including project management, sales, estimating, accounting, and purchasing
- Manage billing processes, ensuring timely client payments and subcontractor payouts
- Oversee preconstruction budgets, estimates, and change orders
- Lead monthly project financial reviews (ETC) and maintain change logs
- Ensure projects are completed on schedule and within scope
- Recruit, develop, and manage high-performing teams
- Build strong relationships with field leadership and trade foremen
- Support project planning and coordination as designs evolve
- Manage a portion of annual sales in alignment with departmental goals
- Advise clients on financial, contractual, and technical project matters
- Partner with business leaders and clients across a large portfolio
- Take full ownership of assigned projects and drive successful outcomes
- Integrate and align multiple business units for cohesive project delivery
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 10–15 years of construction project management experience
- 5+ years managing data center projects
- Strong expertise in mechanical and/or electrical systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio)
- Experience with scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera, or SureTrak
- Familiarity with construction financial systems and software
- Solid understanding of building codes, equipment selection, and system layout best practices
- Experience with preconstruction and basic estimating
- Knowledge of low voltage systems (HVAC controls, fire alarm, security) preferred
- RCDD or CPM certifications preferred
- Working knowledge of SharePoint is a plus
This role requires a strategic leader with strong technical depth, financial acumen, and the ability to manage complex construction projects while developing high-performing teams and maintaining strong client relationships.
Pay
The pay range for this position is $140,000 - $230,000 per year.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
- Paid time off and holidays
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out-of-pocket maximums
- Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
- Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
- Transgender inclusive benefits
- Commuter benefits
- Pet insurance
- “Building Good” paid community service time
- Learning and advancement opportunities via Company University
- Onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers
Schedule
This is a fully onsite position based in Round Rock, TX.