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Job Description
Mechanical/Industrial Ventilation Department Manager Gilman Partners Cincinnati, OH Job Details Full-time From $170,000 a year 1 hour ago Qualifications Project engineering Operations management Talent management Team development Organizational skills Full Job Description
THE OPPORTUNITY
Do you want to play a key role in the explosive growth of a privately held
EPC/EPCM
firm? Do you want to build and mentor a high performing engineering team? Are you interested in solving complex problems for your clients?
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Jedson Engineering is a full-service, multi-discipline
EPC/EPCM
engineering firm providing end-to-end project delivery for clients across the Chemical, Food & Beverage, Consumer Products, Power, Pulp & Paper, Metals, Cement, and Life Sciences sectors. With offices across the U.S. and global project reach, Jedson brings together engineering, procurement, project management, and construction management expertise under one unified model. Their culture is anchored in the Jedson Blue Book Values—One Jedson, Safety First, Own the Outcome, Constructive Disruptors, and People-Centered Leadership. These values guide how they collaborate, innovate, and deliver for clients. Jedson is focused on long-term relationships, exceptional technical execution, and building teams that challenge conventional thinking while delivering practical, results-driven solutions.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
We are seeking a Mechanical/Industrial Ventilation Department Manager to lead Jedson's mechanical engineering team, with a strong focus on industrial ventilation systems. This role is responsible for technical leadership, project delivery, and team management, ensuring high-quality solutions for complex industrial facilities. Success in this role requires expertise in mechanical engineering across a variety of industry verticals. Design solutions can include HVAC, ventilation, dust control, exhaust. piping, clean room, etc. In addition, the right candidate will bring the ability to hire, train, mentor, and foster a high-performance culture. Specifically, responsibilities for this role include: Manage the Mechanical/Industrial Ventilation department, including engineers, designers, and support staff (aprox. 15 team members) Lead the design and analysis of industrial ventilation, dust collection, HVAC, and process exhaust systems. Provide technical expertise and quality oversight on engineering deliverables. Collaborate with project managers and other discipline leads to execute multi-discipline projects. Mentor and develop team members, fostering technical growth and professional development. Develop and maintain department standards, tools, and best practices. Support client relationships and business development activities, including proposal preparation and estimating. Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and environmental standards.
IDEAL CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering 10+ years' experience Experience working within a consulting/EPCM engineering environment. Mechanical engineering experience, with emphasis on industrial ventilation and HVAC. Strong knowledge of industrial ventilation design standards (e.g., ACGIH, NFPA, ASHRAE). Experience with industrial projects (chemical, manufacturing, pulp & paper, or related industries). Proficiency in relevant design and simulation software. Experience leading teams (formally or informally). Department management experience preferred. Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
KEY PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Growth-Oriented Mindset:
Drives expansion, seizes opportunity, and maintains focus on long-term success.
Vertical and Operations Stewardship:
Deep understanding of vertical structures and how to scale them effectively.
Action Bias:
Keeps the organization moving forward; eliminates stagnation.
Vision & Foresight:
Anticipates obstacles and adjusts course before issues impact outcomes.
Operational Mastery:
Strong competency in operational execution, systems thinking, and performance improvement. Able to separate "signal from noise."
Strategic Influence:
Aligns teams behind the vision and inspires followership.
Balanced Leadership:
Creates equilibrium between strategic thinking, tactical execution, and people leadership. Note this role is located onsite in Cincinnati, OH. Remote working options are not available at this time. Relocation assistance will be provided to preferred candidates.
