President

President AC Corporation - 4.1 Greensboro, NC Job Details 23 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Vendor relationship building Financial forecasting Mechanical engineering Fabrication Customer communication Project development phase management Performance improvement leadership Strategic management Pricing strategies Customer relationship building Construction material procurement Safety training program participation as safety practice Construction safety management Employee health and safety management Construction project management Mechanical Engineering Operations transformation Talent acquisition 11+ years Electrical engineering Talent acquisition strategy Executive-level budget management Managing procurement teams Change management Achieving annual sales growth Team development HR strategic planning Institutional construction Construction team management Developing strategic business plans Full Job Description AC Corporation is seeking a President to lead and scale a complex commercial and industrial MEP operation during a period of continued growth and transformation. This executive leader will oversee day-to-day business operations across construction, project execution, estimating, procurement, fabrication, field operations, safety, and customer relationships while maintaining full P&L accountability for the business. The President will play a visible leadership role across the organization and market. This individual must bring operational discipline, financial acumen, strong people leadership, and deep commercial mechanical contracting expertise. The position is based in Greensboro, North Carolina and reports directly to executive leadership within Crete United. What You'll Own Full operational leadership for a large-scale commercial and industrial MEP business Accountability for revenue growth, profitability, operational performance, and customer satisfaction Leadership of project management, estimating, field execution, fabrication, purchasing, safety, and operational support functions Development and execution of strategic growth initiatives across construction and service operations Financial leadership including budgeting, forecasting, labor productivity, cost controls, backlog management, and monthly operational reviews Building and maintaining a high-performance, accountability-driven culture Recruiting, developing, and retaining top operational and field talent Strengthening relationships with owners, general contractors, industrial clients, vendors, and strategic partners Driving operational improvements across systems, processes, pricing strategy, project execution, scheduling, and workforce planning Supporting and reinforcing a world-class safety culture across all operations and job sites Partnering closely with Crete United leadership and peer operating companies across the network What We're Looking For Proven executive or senior operational leadership experience within commercial or industrial MEP contracting Strong understanding of HVAC, plumbing, piping, electrical, fabrication, and building systems operations Demonstrated success leading large operational teams and developing leaders Track record of driving profitability, operational excellence, and sustainable growth Experience managing large-scale commercial or industrial construction projects Strong financial and business acumen with prior P&L responsibility Ability to lead through growth, change, and organizational transition Technical foundation gained through field, project management, engineering, estimating, or operational leadership experience Strong communication and relationship-building skills Experience working across multiple departments and balancing strategic leadership with operational execution Preferred Background 15+ years of leadership experience within commercial MEP contracting or related industries Experience leading teams of 50+ employees across field and office operations Design-build experience strongly preferred Mechanical or electrical engineering background is a plus Experience in commercial, healthcare, industrial, institutional, or mission-critical construction environments preferred Compensation & Benefits AC Corporation offers a highly competitive executive compensation package including: Highly competitive base salary Performance-based bonus opportunity Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage 401(k) with company match Executive leadership growth opportunities within the Crete United network Long-term career stability with a respected, growth-oriented organization Why This Role Matters This is not a maintenance leadership role. It is a business leadership role. The right leader will help shape the future of one of the Southeast's premier MEP operations while preserving the reputation, culture, and craftsmanship that AC Corporation has built over nearly 90 years. AC Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.