Plumbing Division Manager

KE Gutridge LLC•Hilliard, OH

1d•$150,000

About The Position

The Division Manager oversees the planning, execution, and delivery of MEPF systems in construction projects. The role manages project managers, coordinators, superintendents, foremen, and field personnel, ensuring the division follows company processes and maintains high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. Working with other divisions, departments, executives, clients, and external stakeholders, the manager aligns the division’s work with project timelines, budgets, specifications, and customer expectations. The manager develops and oversees the division budget, monitors project costs and profitability, plans workforce needs, and reviews financial and operational performance with company leadership. The role also establishes quality and safety standards, ensures regulatory compliance, manages project risks, and drives continuous improvement across division processes and systems.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
8–10 years of experience in MEP engineering or construction, including 3–5 years in a management or leadership role.
Strong knowledge of building systems, construction practices, applicable codes, and industry standards.
Experience overseeing large-scale construction projects and a strong understanding of MEP systems and project operations.
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage resources, and drive project and division performance.
Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities and the capacity to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or similar project management certification.
LEED accreditation (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design).
Relevant industry certifications related to MEP systems, construction, or building codes.

Responsibilities

Supervise, mentor, and support division leaders and project teams; delegate responsibilities, provide training and guidance, conduct performance evaluations, and foster a collaborative, high-performing work environment.
Develop and manage the division budget, monitor project costs and profitability, identify cost savings and efficiency opportunities, and review labor, expenses, and financial performance with the CFO and Controller.
Meet with Project Managers to evaluate project progress, performance, and profitability; communicate performance metrics, operational challenges, and successes in executive meetings.
Forecast workload and manpower requirements to align staffing with company goals and project demands.
Partner with Human Resources on employee recruitment, retention, development, and staffing strategies.
Establish and enforce quality control standards for MEP systems.
Promote adherence to company safety policies, applicable codes, regulations, and industry standards.
Coordinate with senior management, clients, Project Managers, other divisions, and external stakeholders to provide updates, resolve issues, and integrate mechanical systems effectively.
Identify risks throughout design and construction and implement strategies to mitigate risks and minimize impacts on schedules, costs, and quality.
Ensure mechanical designs, installations, and operations comply with applicable building codes, regulations, company standards, and industry requirements.
Monitor emerging technologies, materials, and industry trends and implement improvements to processes, procedures, and systems to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, improve quality, and strengthen division performance.