Director of Project Operations – Building Services (HVAC & Electrical)

Brooks Building Solutions; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle or gas card

Vehicle allowance with gas card

Health benefits with HSA

Job summary

Brooks Building Solutions seeks a Director of Project Operations to drive profitable delivery of HVAC, retrofit, and electrical projects in a senior leadership role. You will guide Project Managers and field leaders, ensuring safety, schedule adherence, and budget compliance to maximize client satisfaction and margins.

The role oversees cross‑functional teams, develops delivery strategy, and reports performance to division leadership.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in mechanical, electrical, or MEP construction with progressive leadership responsibility.
• Experience leading project teams and managing multiple concurrent projects.
• Ownership of project financial performance and P&L accountability.
• Strong understanding of construction operations, contracts, scheduling, and cost controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee Project Managers, Superintendents, and field teams across multiple active projects.
• Serve as a senior, client-facing leader, building strong customer relationships and supporting repeat business.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with contract requirements.
• Own project and departmental P&L performance, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and margin management.
• Establish and enforce standardized project management processes, reporting, and controls.
• Act as the escalation point for complex project, financial, or operational issues.
• Champion safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across all projects.
• Mentor and develop project and field leadership, support staffing and performance management.
• Partner cross-functionally with sales, estimating, finance, and operations to drive successful execution.
• Provide performance reporting, insights, and recommendations to division leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

P&L ownership

Budgeting

Scheduling

Safety standards

Communication

Excel

Reporting tools

Client-facing

Job description

Position Summary

The Director of Project Operations leads the execution and profitability of our Building Services projects, overseeing commercial HVAC changeouts, retrofit work, and electrical operations. This senior leader sets project delivery strategy, drives financial performance, and upholds operational standards while guiding Project Managers, Superintendents, and field leadership teams.

Application Deadline: 22 March 2026

Department: Brooks Building Services

Location: Jacksonville - Beaver

Compensation: $150,000 / year

Description

By translating company strategy into disciplined, repeatable execution, the Director ensures projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget—directly impacting client satisfaction, margins, and long-term growth.

This role is ideal for a senior leader with hands‑on experience in commercial HVAC or MEP project environments.

Salary: Starting at $150,000+, negotiable based on experience. In addition to the base salary, the employee will receive either a company vehicle and gas card OR $700 per vehicle allowance and a company gas card.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee Project Managers, Superintendents, and field teams across multiple active projects
• Serve as a senior, client‑facing leader, building strong customer relationships and supporting repeat business
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with contract requirements
• Own project and departmental P&L performance, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and margin management
• Establish and enforce standardized project management processes, reporting, and controls
• Act as the escalation point for complex project, financial, or operational issues
• Champion safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across all projects
• Mentor and develop project and field leadership, support staffing and performance management
• Partner cross‑functionally with sales, estimating, finance, and operations to drive successful execution
• Provide performance reporting, insights, and recommendations to division leadership

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• 10+ years of experience in mechanical, electrical, or MEP construction, with progressive leadership responsibility
• Proven experience leading project teams and managing multiple concurrent projects
• Demonstrated ownership of project financial performance and P&L accountability
• Strong understanding of construction operations, contracts, scheduling, and cost controls
• Experience implementing and enforcing safety, quality, and operational standards
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision‑making skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and standard project reporting tools

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 lbs, as needed.
• Ability to climb ladders and access job sites, rooftops, and mechanical spaces on an as‑needed basis.
• Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout job sites, including walking up to approximately 5,000 steps in a workday.
• Ability to safely operate, or be trained to operate, forklifts and other equipment as required for the role.
• Ability to distinguish colors as required for safety, equipment identification, and diagnostics.

Why Work at Brooks Building Solutions

Brooks Building Solutions is a Metro Jacksonville Top Workplace (three yeras running) and a leader in HVAC, building automation, and energy‑efficient solutions for commercial buildings. With 150+ employees and a strong culture rooted in growth and collaboration, we offer the career development opportunities and mentorship you'd expect from a growing company—plus direct access to leadership.

We believe in rewarding great work with great benefits:

• Competitive pay
• 8 Paid holidays and PTO (including the day after Thanksgiving + a half‑day on Christmas Eve)
• Health benefits with HSA contributions
• 401(k) with company match
• Company‑wide bonus structure based on return on revenue, with all employees eligible depending on business performance

Brooks Building Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on any status protected by law.