General Manager - Special Projects

Description

Summary of Duties : The General Manager Special Projects will serve as the primary liaison for all RK Mechanical, LLC customers within the Special Projects division.

This role is responsible for reducing General Contractor scale, acquiring new business, and expanding the Special Projects division.

The GM will ensure seamless project execution and customer satisfaction by collaborating with field labor leadership, overseeing project completion, and addressing any issues that arise.

The role requires a strong understanding of mechanical new-build commercial construction and strategic leadership to build a world-class Mechanical Special Projects business aligned with RK Mechanical’s long-term goals. Primary Responsibilities :

• Serve as the first point of contact for all assigned RK Mechanical customers. Prepare and oversee accurate estimates, scope letters, ensuring clear communication to our customers and internal teams to ensure a best-in-class experience and execution for our customers.
• Responsible for P&L of the group, as well as monthly revenue forecasting and monthly financials.
• Serve as the first point of contact for all assigned RK Mechanical customers, ensuring clear communication and oversight of project scope and execution.
• Actively engage in business development activities to acquire new business and expand the Special Projects division.
• Develop and implement business strategies that align with RK Mechanical’s vision and goals for this group.
• Lead the team on the management of projects, ensuring they are completed within budget and on schedule. Oversee the daily operations of Business Unit / Operation Group Managers, ensuring consistent performance and adherence to company policies.
• Manage full P&L responsibility for the Special Projects division, including cash flow management, pricing, and account receivables.

Provide key performance indicators and financial goals to the President.

• Empower, select, coach, and retain qualified staff that contribute to the division's and company’s success.
• Ensure continuous improvement through performance reviews, mentoring, and development planning.
• Resolve customer issues efficiently and cost-effectively, maintaining a professional and customer-focused attitude.
• Collaborate with the Account Executive (sales) to monitor business growth, providing strategic guidance and support to ensure the successful expansion of the Special Projects division.
• Develop, implement, and enforce standard policies and procedures within the division. Ensure compliance with all company training procedures and maintain accurate administrative records.
• Monitor and maintain the companies labor management processes to ensure a consistent performance on all projects.

Accountability :

• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• All employees are accountable for safety and health and are empowered to stop work if an unsafe condition is present. Employees should immediately notify their supervisor so that the hazard may be corrected.
• RK employees and subcontractors are required to implement and maintain all safety and health systems practices including the training requirements of RK Industries Orientation, site specific orientation, CPR / First Aid / AED / Bloodborne Pathogens, Hazard Identification and Reporting, and OSHA 30.

Professional Career Level :

• Requires extensive relevant experience (10+ years) and a strong educational background (Master’s or equivalent).
• Play a critical role in the development and execution of company business strategy. Provide visionary leadership to the Special Projects division, driving long-term success and aligning with RK Mechanical’s objectives.
• Exercise a high degree of creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in guiding extensive programs and activities. Make authoritative decisions and recommendations that significantly impact the company’s operations and overall success.
• Manage diverse groups, including autonomous individuals and managers, providing broader direction and ensuring high-quality performance across the division.
• Accountable for critical decisions, integrating strategies cross-functionally, and ensuring the overall financial and operational performance of the Special Projects division.

Minimum Physical Requirements :

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to : stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, walk job sites, climb stairs or ladders and use a variety of office equipment.
• Occasionally may need to reach, stoop, or kneel.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work.

Why RK is a Great Place to Work At RK, we take immense pride in our diverse business units, each specializing in delivering exceptional projects, products and services to our customers.

What sets us apart is our unique ability to integrate these services, providing comprehensive solutions and offering our employees ample opportunities for growth and learning across different businesses.

• RK Mechanical : commercial and industrial plumbing, mechanical, process and HVAC contracting.
• RK Steel : custom fabrication and manufacturing of structural steel and miscellaneous metals for various industries.
• RK Electrical : commercial and industrial electrical contracting and service.
• RK Water : groundwater dewatering and remediation, facilities water treatment and custom fabrication.
• RK Service : commercial and industrial building and maintenance services.
• RK Energy : custom fabrication for various industries requiring ASME and modular skidded solutions.
• RK Mission Critical : design and manufacturing for off-site constructed modular solutions.

Our commitment to excellence has been recognized with numerous awards for our outstanding performance and contributions, including high rankings in various categories from the and ABC’s Top Performers by Market, illustrating our broad expertise.

We’ve been consistently recognized as a top private company and a leading employer by , and we're proud of our long-standing position as number one in the Top 50 Family-Owned Companies since 2011.

Our strong commitment to safety, wellness and employee development has earned us prestigious accolades :

• ABC Step Awards
• ACCA Award Member
• AGC Safety Utah
• American Heart Association Fit-Friendly Worksite Award
• Wellness Workdays and Harvard Medical School Best Wellness Employer Certification
• Colorado Workforce Development Council Excellence in Apprenticeship Award
• Business Experiential Learning Commission Colorado Apprentice Award

In addition to our engagement with the community, we have been acknowledged in :

• Denver Business Journal Corporate Philanthropy rankings
• Named among The Civic 50 Colorado as one of the most community-minded companies

Each of our business units has its own impressive list of awards and recognitions, such as :

• Engineering News Record Top 20 Firms in Steel Erection
• ABC Excellence in Construction Awards
• AGC Awards for Construction Excellence
• Xcel Energy Top Trade Partner in Energy Efficiency
• USGBC LEED Program Member
• IECRM Annual Summit Awards
• MFG Magazine Colorado Manufacturing Awards
30+ days ago