Construction Business Unit Leader (Midwest Region) - Mechanical Mega Projects

mullins; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Mullins Mechanical in Houston, TX seeks a Director of Construction to oversee a portfolio of large, complex industrial and large commercial projects. You will guide project executives, ensure safe, on-time, and on-margin delivery, and drive strategic execution across multiple markets.

This role requires 15+ years of leadership in construction, full P&L accountability, and a proven record in project controls and risk management.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in industrial or large commercial construction.
• Proven leadership of large-scale projects and multi-project portfolios.
• Demonstrated full P&L accountability and financial oversight.
• Strong knowledge of project controls, contracts, and risk management.
• Proven ability to develop senior leaders and high-performing teams.
• Experience with construction management and financial reporting software.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive oversight for a portfolio of large, complex projects.
• Lead executive-level project reviews and manage performance gaps.
• Oversee scheduling, BIM / VDC, procurement, document and cost controls.
• Manage subcontracting strategies and contractor performance.
• Ensure safety culture and quality standards across projects.
• Mentor Project Executives and develop leadership talent.
• Maintain adherence to company policies and operating standards.

Skills

Leadership

P&L management

Project controls

Risk management

Communication

Safety culture

Education

PM certifications (SPMP, PMP, CCM)

OSHA 30

First Aid / CPR

Tools

Construction management software

Financial reporting software

Job description

Director of Construction (aka Business Unit Leader)

Mullins Mechanical is a leader in industrial and large commercial mechanical, plumbing, HVAC construction projects. Our projects are often in the industrial and manufacturing environments, such as manufacturing facilities, automotive plants, chemical plants, distribution centers, warehouses, and other large commercial facilities. We are a self-performing specialty contractor specializing in design-build applications, HVAC systems, plumbing, process piping systems, boiler and chiller systems, equipment installation and rigging, plant relocation and maintenance, and metal fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive oversight for a portfolio of large, complex, and high-profile projects, ensuring consistent execution and performance.
• Support Project Executives throughout all phases of work from pursuit of support and project handoff through closeout and warranty.
• Ensure execution strategies, staffing plans, constructability reviews, and logistics plans are established early and executed consistently across projects.
• Lead executive-level project reviews and intervene when performance deviates from the plan.
• Maintain full P&L responsibility for all assigned projects.
• Oversee project forecasting, margin performance, contingency management, change strategy, and cash flow.
• Review financial performance and guide Project Executives in recovery planning when projects fall below expectations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop Project Executives.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and operating standards.
• Set expectations for performance, accountability, and leadership behaviors.
• Support succession planning, leadership readiness, and long-term talent development.
• Participate in hiring, evaluation, and advancement of senior project leadership.
• Ensure effective utilization of Project Controls as an execution support function, including:
• Scheduling
• BIM / VDC
• Procurement
• Document Control
• Cost Controls
• Warranty Support
• Reinforce accountability, communication, and integration between PXs and Project Controls.
• Escalate resource or performance gaps impacting project outcomes.
• Collaborate with Construction Resource Management to align staffing plans with backlog and project risk.
• Coordinate deployment, mobilization, demobilization, and recruiting priorities across the portfolio.
• Champion the company’s safety culture across all assigned projects.
• Ensure consistent application of safety programs and quality standards.
• Partner with Safety and Quality leadership to monitor trends, mitigate risk, and drive continuous improvement.
• Serve as a senior escalation point for key customers.
• Support Project Executives in managing client relationships and resolving issues.
• Strengthen long-term partnerships and drive repeat business.
• Oversee subcontracting strategies across the project portfolio.
• Support PXs in scope alignment, performance expectations, and risk management.
• Ensure subcontractor performance aligns with company standards.
• Lead portfolio-level risk identification and mitigation efforts.
• Review major change events, Notices of Delay, and claims strategies.
• Ensure contractual, financial, and schedule risks are actively managed.
• Model and reinforce company core values:
• Safety
• Quality
• Relationships
• Innovation
• Accountability
• Set the leadership tone across project teams and markets.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in industrial or large commercial construction.
• Proven leadership of large-scale projects, multi-project portfolios, and teams.
• Demonstrated success with full P&L accountability.
• Strong knowledge of project controls, contracts, and risk management.
• Proven ability to develop senior leaders and high-performing teams.
• Proficiency in construction management and financial reporting software.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and decision-making skills.
• SPMP, PMP, CCM, or equivalent, OSHA 30, First Aid / CPR.
• Projects delivered safely, on schedule, and at or above planned margins.
• Strong utilization of Project Controls as an execution support system.
• High-performing Project Executives and project teams.
• Strong customer satisfaction and repeat business.
• Predictable outcomes through disciplined execution.
• Vice President of Construction: Leads Directors of Construction.
• Director of Construction: Leads multiple Project Executives; owns portfolio outcomes.
• Project Executive: Leads project teams; executes individual projects with Project Controls support.