Director of Equipment

The MasTec Companies•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure is hiring a Director of Equipment to provide strategic and operational leadership for equipment-related functions supporting its Southeast U.S. heavy civil and transportation construction business unit. The position is responsible for maximizing fleet availability, utilization, and return on investment while maintaining safe, compliant, and cost-effective operations across multiple infrastructure projects. It oversees owned and rented equipment, service operations, preventive maintenance, and vendor partnerships, and works with project leadership, estimating teams, and corporate partners to support project delivery and profitability. The Director leads fleet and equipment operations, including planning, mobilization, sourcing, maintenance, repairs, and equipment life-cycle decisions. The role manages equipment budgets, forecasts, billing, cost recovery, rates, and utilization metrics; evaluates repair and replacement options; reviews vendor quotes and capital expenditures; and supports bid pricing. It also leads and develops equipment personnel, manages supplier relationships, ensures safety and regulatory compliance, and uses ERP, telematics, and business intelligence tools to monitor performance and improve processes. Travel across the Southeast is necessary and estimated at 25% or more. The position may be remote in the Southeast or based near one of the company’s offices. The role may be subject to pre-employment screening, including a background check and drug testing.

Requirements

At least 10 years of heavy equipment management experience in heavy civil or transportation construction.
Proven experience leading large, multi-project fleets and service operations.
Prior people leadership and development experience; the position will have direct reports.
Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost controls.
Deep technical knowledge of heavy equipment, cranes, and on-highway fleets.
Experience with ERP systems, fleet management software, and telematics.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to travel to jobsites and vendors as needed.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Business, Equipment Management, or a related field.
Certified Equipment Manager (CEM) certification or similar certification.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and oversight for equipment operations across multiple heavy civil and transportation projects.
Plan equipment availability, mobilization, preventive maintenance, and repairs.
Coordinate sourcing of owned, rented, and specialty equipment to meet project schedules and optimize utilization.
Direct equipment service and repair operations in accordance with manufacturer standards, company policies, and project demands.
Manage equipment life-cycle decisions, including acquisition, redeployment, refurbishment, and disposition.
Develop, manage, and monitor equipment budgets and forecasts for major projects and the business unit.
Manage equipment billing, cost recovery, internal rates, and utilization metrics.
Evaluate repair-versus-replacement decisions using life-cycle cost analysis and return-on-investment principles.
Monitor and approve vendor quotes, major component repairs, and capital expenditures.
Support estimating teams by establishing data-driven equipment pricing for bids and proposals.
Lead, mentor, and develop equipment managers, superintendents, mechanics, and support staff.
Set expectations, assign workloads, and manage staffing plans to support operational needs.
Promote accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement; assist with recruiting, performance management, succession planning, and retention.
Develop strategic relationships with OEMs, dealerships, rental providers, and service vendors.
Negotiate supplier pricing, terms, and service agreements, and evaluate vendor performance.
Ensure equipment operations comply with DOT, OSHA, MSHA, and company safety policies.
Oversee crane compliance, assembly and disassembly activities, and operator authorizations.
Promote safety standards and proactively address risks.
Ensure equipment documentation, licensing, inspections, and audits are completed accurately and on time.
Use ERP, telematics, and business intelligence tools to track utilization, costs, downtime, and performance.
Implement and improve systems, processes, and procedures to enhance efficiency, transparency, and control.
Analyze data to identify trends, optimization opportunities, and corrective actions; stay current with industry technology and best practices.
Travel across the Southeast to jobsites and vendors as needed; travel is estimated at 25% or more.

Benefits

Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase.
401(k) with company match.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with plan choice and coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children.
Diabetes management, telehealth coverage, prescription drug plan, pet insurance, weight management drug discount, and discounted national gym membership network.
Paid time off and paid holidays.
Bereavement leave and military leave, including benefits continuation.
Employee Assistance Program.
Short- and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage.
Emergency Travel Assistance Program.
Group legal plan.