VP Operations, MEP Platform - Remote + Travel

Jobot; Indianapolis (IN); Remote; USD 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot, a private equity-backed mechanical services platform in the Midwest, is seeking a senior operations leader to drive performance across divisions. You will go deep into the business, diagnose root causes, and implement lasting improvements while working with local leaders.

The role requires VP-level experience in MEP contracting, multi-site leadership, and the ability to manage remote operations with substantial travel. Join a fast-growing platform with high impact and executive visibility.

Qualifications

• VP or above level experience within an MEP contractor/construction firm.
• Extensive multi-site operations leadership in HVAC/MEP/field services.
• Strong cross-functional leadership and influencing without direct authority.
• Willingness to travel ~50% and reside in the Midwest.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the go-to operations leader across all divisions, partnering with division and operating-company leaders.
• Diagnose operational challenges, identify root causes, and lead practical, lasting fixes.
• Prioritize the divisions and locations with the greatest opportunity for improvement.
• Standardize and strengthen operating processes across a multi-site footprint.
• Bring structure and operational discipline to recently acquired businesses.
• Operate strategically while staying hands-on and close to the field.

Skills

VP-level leadership

Multi-site operations

Cross-functional leadership

Travel ~50%

Job description

Jobot, a private equity-backed mechanical services platform in the Midwest, is seeking a senior operations leader to drive performance across divisions. You will go deep into the business, diagnose root causes, and implement lasting improvements while working with local leaders.

The role requires VP-level experience in MEP contracting, multi-site leadership, and the ability to manage remote operations with substantial travel. Join a fast-growing platform with high impact and executive visibility.