Regional Mechanical Operations Director

EMCOR Construction Services, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

EMCOR Construction Services, Inc. seeks a Regional Mechanical Operations Director to coordinate, strengthen execution discipline, and improve operational predictability across OPCOs within the mechanical segment.

The role partners with the Chief Operations Officer and OPCO leadership, travels up to 40-60% as needed, and focuses on delivering project controls, productivity, and enterprise initiatives while maintaining local autonomy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction or related field required.
• 7–10 years mechanical construction experience.
• Experience in project management, field operations, estimating/preconstruction, fabrication/prefabrication.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating OPCO performance across the region.
• Participate in operating reviews and project discussions.
• Identify execution risks and opportunities; support project controls, productivity, planning.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Ethics & Safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction

Tools

Accubid

Procore

Bluebeam

Job description

About Us

EMCOR Construction Services (ECS) is part of EMCOR Group, Inc. (NYSE: EME), a Fortune 500® leader in mechanical and electrical construction, industrial and energy infrastructure, and building services for a diverse range of businesses. ECS is a nationwide group of 50+ operating companies with over 30,000 employees and annual revenues of $10.7 billion. Our operating companies are mechanical and commercial electrical contractors with expertise that includes virtually all U.S. commercial, healthcare, institutional, education, hospitality, manufacturing, transportation, and water and wastewater markets. We also have several operating companies that focus on commercial fire protection. They provide integrated life safety solutions, including fire detection and suppression systems, and the most advanced security technology available today. The ECS headquarters team provides key support for its electrical and mechanical companies, including finance and accounting, human resources, legal, national purchasing and information technology.

Job Summary

EMCOR Construction Services, Inc. (ECS) seeks Regional Mechanical Operations Director. The Regional Mechanical Operations Director supports operating companies (OPCOs) within the mechanical segment by assisting in the coordination, visibility, and improvement of operational performance.

The individual will work closely with the Chief Operations Officer and OPCO leadership teams to strengthen execution discipline, support leadership transitions, and improve operational predictability-without taking control of local operations.

The role is grounded in the company's philosophy.

Operating companies are led locally.

The segment supports, aligns, and strengthens performance.

ECS HQ is based out of McLean, Virginia. However, candidates in other locations and meeting the requirements below may be considered.

Compensation Range: $200,000 - $250,000

This position is bonus eligible.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• OpCo Operational Support:
  • Assist SVP Operations in supporting OPCO performance across assigned region
  • Participate in operating reviews and project discussions
  • Help identify execution risks and improvement opportunities
  • Support implementation of operational discipline (project controls, productivity, planning)
  • Travel up to 40-60%
• Performance Visibility & Coordination:
  • Develop familiarity with key projects, backlog, and operational drivers across OPCOs
  • Track performance indicators such as:
    • Project execution trends
    • Productivity signals
    • Schedule adherence
  • Provide structured updates to SVP Operations
• Leadership Support & Development:
  • Build relationships with OPCO leadership teams
  • Support new CEO or operations leader transitions
  • Assist Strategic Development Leader in onboarding alignment
  • Learn how to coach and influence without authority
• Enterprise Initiative Support
  • Assist in coordinating enterprise initiatives including:
    • Preconstruction discipline improvements
    • Procurement strategies
    • Project execution enhancements
    • Technology and AI adoption
  • Help translate enterprise initiatives into practical OPCO actions
• Acquisition & Integration Exposure:
  • Support SVP Operations in acquisition integration efforts
  • Assist in understanding operational maturity of new businesses
  • Learn integration frameworks and expectations
• Professional Development Expectations:
  • Exposure to multiple OPCO business models
  • Participation in leadership decision-making
  • Coaching from Operations Leadership
  • Increasing responsibility in operational reviews and support

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Requirements/Preferred Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction or related areas of study or field experience; and minimum of 7-10 years Mechanical Construction experience. Prior experience in one or more: Project Management, Field Operations, Estimating/Preconstruction, Fabrication/Prefabrication. Experience must include:

• Exposure to multiple project types preferred (commercial, industrial, mission critical).
• Broad understanding of Mechanical Contracting business.
• Proven track record of leading projects while maintaining a commitment to Ethics and Safety.

Computer Skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Applications.

Experience with Accubid, Procore, Bluebeam or other construction software.

Familiarity with construction/financial software packages.

Language Skills

Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in English, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of customers, employees, unions, government agencies, vendors and suppliers, and ot