Job Description

Job Title: Director of Mechanical (Commercial Construction)

Location: San Antonio, TX | Dallas, TX | Houston, TX (Hybrid Flexibility Available)

Salary: Up to $200,000 base + performance bonus

About the Client:

Our client is a premier ENR Top 30 General Contractor known for delivering landmark projects across Commercial, Healthcare, Higher Education, Life Sciences, and Mission Critical sectors. With a national presence and a strong reputation for technical excellence, they are expanding their Mechanical leadership to support growing demand in Texas and beyond.

What's On Offer:

• Highly competitive salary with annual bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) with employer match
• Generous paid time off, including holidays, personal days, and volunteer leave
• Executive-level career path with mentorship, professional development, and growth opportunities
• Influence and lead major mechanical scopes across high-profile, complex projects

Role Overview:

As Director of Mechanical , you will be a key executive leader responsible for the oversight, strategy, and delivery of mechanical systems across a wide range of projects. You will partner closely with operations, preconstruction, and field teams to drive best practices, technical excellence, and client satisfaction. This is a strategic leadership role with a blend of technical, operational, and business development responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee all mechanical scopes from preconstruction through project closeout across multiple large-scale commercial projects
• Serve as the subject matter expert for mechanical systems, providing guidance on design, construction, commissioning, and turnover
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, design partners, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders
• Identify project risks and work proactively with teams to develop mitigation strategies
• Mentor and develop project teams, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability
• Support business development efforts, including project pursuits and client presentations

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in mechanical construction leadership within a General Contractor or large-scale mechanical subcontractor environment
• Proven success overseeing major mechanical systems for commercial, healthcare, mission critical, or institutional projects valued $50M+
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; equivalent experience considered
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and client-facing skills
• Deep technical knowledge of mechanical systems, with ability to advise on best practices and drive continuous improvement
• Familiarity with design-build and collaborative project delivery models strongly preferred

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