Operations Director- Mechanical Construction

Actalent; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) with employer match

Profit-sharing plan

Paid time off and holidays

Medical, dental, vision

Parental leave and family benefits

Adoption and IVF assistance

Commuter benefits

Company University

Onsite gyms

Job summary

Actalent in Round Rock, TX is seeking an Operations Director – Mechanical Construction to lead the New Construction division’s most complex projects. You will direct multi-discipline teams, drive schedules, budgets, and client communications to achieve on-time, within-scope delivery.

The role requires a strong background in mechanical/electrical systems, construction finance, and strategic leadership. You will partner with field leadership and corporate groups to align goals and deliver

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• Oversee all project activities, functions, and resource allocation
• Assign and manage project responsibilities across team members
• Hold full financial accountability, including reporting and change orders
• Provide stakeholders with clear updates to support decision-making
• Manage billing processes and subcontractor payouts
• Oversee preconstruction budgets, estimates, and change orders
• Lead monthly project financial reviews (ETC) and 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
• Partner with business leaders across a large portfolio
• Take ownership of assigned projects and drive successful outcomes

Skills

data center

mechanical

operations

business development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera

SureTrak

Microsoft Office

SharePoint

Job description

We are hiring an Operations Director – Mechanical Construction to support the continued growth of our New Construction division in Texas. This role is responsible for leading teams delivering large, complex projects while setting and executing strategies, goals, and performance objectives. Key responsibilities include: 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 Qualifications: 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.

Skills

data center, mechanical, operations, business development

Top Skills Details

data center,mechanical,operations,business development

Experience Level

Expert Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Round Rock, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $140000.00 - $230000.00/yr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
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

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Round Rock,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 14, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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