Mechanical Construction Executive

Job Description

Job Description

Mechanical Construction Executive Jobs | Mechanical Operations Executive | Salt Lake City, UT

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
Compensation: $130,000-$200,000+ Base Salary + Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits + Relocation Assistance

Executive Opportunity with a Top National Mechanical Contractor

A leading commercial mechanical contractor is confidentially seeking an experienced Mechanical Construction Executive to provide strategic leadership for operations in the Salt Lake City market.

This executive leadership opportunity is ideal for professionals currently serving as a Mechanical Construction Executive, Operations Manager, Operations Director, Regional Operations Manager, Project Executive, Senior Project Executive, General Manager, Area Manager, or Construction Executive within the commercial mechanical construction industry.

The successful candidate will lead large-scale HVAC, plumbing, piping, and mechanical construction operations , oversee high-performing project teams, drive operational excellence, strengthen client relationships, and support continued regional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead commercial mechanical construction operations across the Salt Lake City region.
• Provide executive leadership for HVAC, plumbing, piping, sheet metal, and mechanical contracting teams.
• Oversee multiple commercial mechanical construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Manage operational performance, profitability, forecasting, staffing, and business planning.
• Mentor and develop Project Executives, Project Managers, Superintendents, and Operations Managers.
• Partner with estimating, preconstruction, business development, and executive leadership to secure new work.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with owners, developers, architects, engineers, and general contractors.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, scheduling, client satisfaction, and financial performance.
• Support strategic growth initiatives and market expansion throughout the region.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of leadership experience in commercial mechanical construction .
• Proven success managing HVAC, plumbing, piping, and sheet metal construction operations .
• Experience leading large commercial construction teams and overseeing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong understanding of project management, operations, estimating, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and business development.
• Demonstrated success developing high-performing construction teams.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and client relationship skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.

Preferred Project Experience

Experience overseeing commercial mechanical construction projects including:

• Data Centers
• Mission Critical Facilities
• Healthcare & Hospitals
• Pharmaceutical Facilities
• Life Sciences
• Semiconductor Manufacturing
• Advanced Manufacturing
• Industrial Facilities
• Higher Education
• Commercial High-Rise
• Aviation
• Government Facilities

Compensation & Benefits

• $130,000-$200,000+ base salary (DOE)
• Performance-based bonus
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Relocation assistance available
• Long-term executive growth opportunities

Why This Opportunity?

Join one of the nation's most respected commercial mechanical contractors , known for delivering complex HVAC, plumbing, piping, sheet metal, and design-build construction projects across multiple industries. You'll lead an established operation with a strong project backlog, exceptional resources, and the opportunity to shape the continued growth of the business.

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