Director, Mechanical Construction

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DEPCOM Power, a Koch Engineered Solutions company, is looking for a Director of Mechanical Construction.

This role can be based remotely within the U.S.

with 80%+ travel.

The role will be part of DEPCOM's Self Perform Construction team for utility scale solar projects.

This role does not provide VISA sponsorship.

Our Team

DEPCOM Power is always creating innovative solutions, one of which is developing and executing the construction activities with our own internal Self-Perform Teams.

We focus our efforts on Civil, Posts, Mechanical (racking and modules) construction aspects of the projects.

These teams create extraordinary value for the overall organization and clients by delivering the highest quality of work.

What You Will Do


* Responsible for overseeing, directing and developing new and better ways to execute for all Self Perform Mechanical Teams (racking and module install) for multiple project sites across the U.S.


* Manage and oversee Mechanical Superintendents while applying our Principle Based Management Philosophy to support the team on utility scale solar and battery storage power plants


* Develop and support direct reports to fully self-actualize in their roles and achieving the best results possible


* Develop and improve processes and measures that drive consistent action and behaviors to maximize profitability and productivity


* Support the team in understanding and applying DEPCOM's safety and quality standards and practices


* Improve decision making through knowledge sharing, the challenge process, evaluation of alternatives, and clear decision rights


* Develop and communicate a comprehensive 3 week look ahead for all Mechanical Teams on all projects across the portfolio


* Maintain and monitor schedule management, budget control and contract compliance


* Ensure that the Mechanical Teams and the Craft Labor is being effectively led and executing work at our standards


* Partner with the estimating team to bid and create internal proposals for all future projects

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)


* Experience with installation of mechanical racking systems and modules


* Experience managing, training and mentoring construction teams


* Experience with job costing and project performance analysis


* Proficient with Microsoft Office Suites including Word, Outlook and Excel


* Valid driver's license

What Will Put You Ahead


* Utility scale solar experience


* Experience with installation of mechanical racking systems and modules on solar projects


* Bilingual in English and Spanish


* OSHA30 and CPR/1st Aid certifications


* Experience managing craft recruitment


* Experience with HeavyJob or other equivalent daily productivity tracking tool

For this role, we anticipate paying $160,000 - $185,000 per year.

This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

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