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Position Summary

As the on-site representative of the Company, responsible for the overall direction, completion, and financial outcome of one or more large mechanical and/or prime project(s). Will help develop, train and mentor on-site project managers, engineers, estimators, and other project staff for current and future advancement opportunities.

Position Details

+ Provide overall leadership and direction on one or more large projects within a designated region or industry, from pursuit through start-up and close-out.

+ Provide leadership in business judgment and on all financial and profitability aspects.

+ Participate in pre-construction activities to understand unique owner needs, represent the company’s capabilities and help close potential deals. Ensure that the project strategy is clearly defined, communicated, and implemented throughout pre-construction phase.

+ Lead and direct turnover meeting between pre-construction and operations teams.

+ Establish appropriate milestones and assign staff qualified to handle the scope and complexity of the project.

+ Monitor and evaluate project manager, superintendent and other project staff performance.

+ Work closely with clients, owners, architects and subcontractors to develop relationships that exceed client satisfaction.

+ Ensure that accurate financial reports and project-specific reports are updated and easily obtainable.

+ Visit site(s) regularly to monitor project performance, scheduling, and expenditures with project staff. Provide leadership and guidance to ensure that owner expectations and company budgetary and profitability objectives are satisfied or exceeded.

+ Identify potential risks and challenges. Develop plans and measures to minimize and mitigate risks. Provide leadership in responding creatively and effectively.

+ Attend owner and project meetings, maintain continuous client contact to gauge performance perceptions and communicate relevant information to project team.

+ Counsel and mentor subordinates. Identify training needs, recommend/monitor career development path. Ensure staff is active in the decision-making process whenever practicable.

+ Foster an environment that promotes a cohesive and team-oriented group.

+ Demonstrate leadership consistent with Brandt’s values: agility, integrity, care and perseverance.

+ Perform additional assignments as requested/needed.

Qualifications

+ A 4-year engineering, business administration, or construction management degree or equivalent (advanced degree may be helpful)

+ Extensive (15+ years) experience in mechanical construction operations

+ Excellent organizational and analytical skills

+ Outstanding leadership and communication skills

+ Advanced knowledge of company operations and philosophy

+ Self-confidence and self-motivation

+ Strong team-building skills

+ Superior problem-solving skills and the ability to handle and resolve conflict effectively in a firm but fair manner

+ Judgment to know when to appropriately escalate issues up the chain of command

+ Commitment to excellence

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

+ 401(k) plan with **50% company match (no cap)** and immediate 100% vesting

+ Medical, dental, and vision insurance **(100% paid for employee)**

+ Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability

+ Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance

+ Disability income protection insurance

+ Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)

+ **Paid parental leave**

+ Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time

+ Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses

+ Wellness benefits

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation’s largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you’re engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.

To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities (https://southlandind.foleon.com/experienced-professionals/brochure/) , follow us on social media (https://www.linkedin.com/company/22132/?trk=tyah) , and check out our website (https://southlandind.com/) .

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an **Equal Opportunity Employer** and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

**Contingent Employment:** All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

**External Agency Announcement** : Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

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