Head of Structural Metals Division (P&L)

Process Equipment & Controls; Covington (GA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Process Equipment & Controls seeks a mission-driven leader to architect strategy for the Structural Steel Division, uniting sales, preconstruction, project delivery, fabrication, QA/QC, and safety into a single high-performing engine. You will grow backlog, protect margins, and develop a team that wins repeatedly, while aligning HR and leadership development to sustain growth.

You will own the division P&L, drive profitable revenue growth with target margins, and ensure accurate forecasting and

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive leadership in structural steel or industrial construction.
• 5+ years leading Project Managers and department leadership.
• Proven ability to manage a P&L and multi-million-dollar portfolios.
• Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of the Structural Steel Division, setting goals and KPIs.
• Own the division P&L and drive profitable revenue growth with margins.
• Oversee Go-to-Market strategies and major client meetings.
• Review bids, contracts, and ensure risk is balanced with profitability.
• Ensure project delivery excellence: scheduling, budgeting, risk, and reporting.
• Coordinate fabrication with field installation and improve shop throughput.
• Develop training programs and standardized processes for leaders.
• Uphold safety culture and OSHA compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Negotiation

Job description

Build, scale, and elevate PEC’s Structural Metals DivisionThis is a mission-driven leadership role. You will architect the strategy, shape the culture, and deliver financial results for PEC’s Structural Steel Division—uniting sales, preconstruction, project delivery, fabrication, QA/QC, and safety into one high-performing engine.Your missionGrow the business profitably, protect margins, and develop a team that wins repeatedly. Operate with an owner’s mindset: make decisions that create sustainable growth, maximize profitability, and secure long-term success.What success looks likeTargeted gross margins achieved and improved; division profitability and P&L strength.Healthy backlog growth and flawless execution on key projects.Customers who choose PEC for quality, schedule reliability, and partnership.An exemplary safety culture with full OSHA compliance.Leaders developed, teams retained, and standards elevated.High fabrication throughput, accurate estimates and forecasts, and reduced rework/warranty costs.How you’ll leadPeople & CultureLead all aspects of the Structural Steel Division.Manage Project Managers, Estimators, Superintendents, QA/QC, and support staff.Establish goals, KPIs, and accountability; run meetings and reviews.Recruit, mentor, and retain talent; create succession plans for key positions.Partner with HR on coaching, disciplinary actions, performance improvement plans, and termination decisions.Embed professionalism, ownership, and continuous improvement.Business & Financial LeadershipOwn the division P&L; achieve or exceed annual sales goals.Drive profitable revenue growth while maintaining established target gross margins.Monitor backlog, forecasting, labor productivity, and departmental financial health.Review monthly financial statements; act on opportunities for improvement.Develop annual budgets and forecasts; manage overhead and operating expenses.Ensure accurate project forecasting throughout each lifecycle.Hold Project Managers accountable for financial performance.Go-to-Market & GrowthWith the Vice President of Sales, make business development a top priority.Develop strategies to consistently increase division revenue.Build and maintain strong customer relationships; lead major meetings and presentations.Identify new markets and growth opportunities at acceptable risk and target margins.Support estimating on strategic pursuits; partner with executive leadership on sales forecasting.Growth means profitable growth, not revenue for its own sake.Preconstruction & ContractsOversee estimating; review major bids before submission.Keep practices accurate, competitive, and profitable; verify labor productivity assumptions.Ensure bid packages account for project risk; review contracts and help negotiate terms and conditions.Project Delivery ExcellenceEnsure PMs consistently execute: gross margin management; budget development; cost forecasting; contract administration; change orders; scheduling; procurement; risk management; customer communication; closeout; financial reporting.Regularly review projects for budget compliance, schedule adherence, profitability, quality, and customer satisfaction.Fabrication & Field IntegrationPartner with the Shop Manager to maximize fabrication efficiency and production capacity.Coordinate fabrication schedules with project demands and field installation requirements.Improve utilization of shop manpower and equipment; remove bottlenecks.Strengthen communication between shop and field; identify automation and process improvements.Training & StandardizationChampion a culture of learning. Provide training for PMs and leaders in: gross margin management; estimating; bidding strategy; contracts; financial forecasting; project budgeting; risk management; leadership development; customer service; PEC operating procedures.Create standardized processes, playbooks, and best practices.Quality & SafetyEnsure all work meets PEC standards; oversee QA/QC personnel and initiatives.Promote continuous improvement in fabrication and installation quality.Partner with Safety leadership to maintain an outstanding safety culture and comply with OSHA and company policies.QualificationsMinimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience in structural steel, miscellaneous metals, or industrial construction.Minimum 5 years managing Project Managers and department leadership.Strong understanding.Demonstrated experience managing departmental P&L.Proven success leading teams responsible for multi-million-dollar construction portfolios.Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.CompensationThis executive package is heavily performance-based. A significant share is linked to:Annual sales objective achievement.Division profitability and gross margin performance.P&L results and operational efficiency.Strategic growth goal attainment.Expectation: expand PEC’s Structural Steel Division by increasing profitable sales while maintaining or improving target margins, delivering exceptional quality, and cultivating a high-performing team.