Regional Director of Mechanical Construction Operations

Gryphon Oakwood; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Gryphon Oakwood in Charlotte, NC seeks a Director of Operations – Mechanical Construction to lead regional operations across multiple projects, drive profitability, and develop high-performing teams.

You will oversee PMs, field operations, and the collaboration with estimating, engineering, VDC/BIM, and procurement to optimize delivery and efficiency. The role emphasizes leadership, client relations, and strategic growth.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience within the mechanical construction industry.
• Proven leadership experience overseeing multiple projects and managing field operations.
• Strong technical understanding of HVAC, plumbing, piping, and related systems.
• Experience managing project financials, budgets, forecasting, and profitability.
• Solid grasp of preconstruction, estimating, procurement, and construction execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee mechanical construction operations across multiple projects, managing PMs, superintendents, and field teams.
• Take accountability for project profitability, scheduling, quality, safety, and overall delivery.
• Oversee projects from preconstruction and estimating through execution and closeout.
• Manage operational budgets, financial forecasting, resource allocation, and project performance.
• Collaborate with estimating, engineering, VDC/BIM, procurement, and prefabrication teams to improve project delivery.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to improve efficiency, productivity, and profitability.
• Build and develop high-performing operational teams, mentoring Project Managers and field personnel.
• Maintain strong relationships with general contractors, owners, and key clients.
• Support regional growth through operational planning, workforce development, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Communication

Strategic thinking

Tools

VDC/BIM

Job description

Gryphon Oakwood in Charlotte, NC seeks a Director of Operations – Mechanical Construction to lead regional operations across multiple projects, drive profitability, and develop high-performing teams.

You will oversee PMs, field operations, and the collaboration with estimating, engineering, VDC/BIM, and procurement to optimize delivery and efficiency. The role emphasizes leadership, client relations, and strategic growth.