What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Manager, Mechanical Construction position at Harris?
Job Description
At Harris, we are seeking a highly motivated and experienced General Manager to lead our Pacific Northwest mechanical construction team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in operations management, sales growth, and delivering exceptional customer service. As General Manager, you will lead all facets of the business, including project oversight and delivery, process improvement and innovation, shop and fabrication management, financial performance, and developing a strong, high‑performing team. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for excellence, we want to hear from you.
Business Strategy and Operations
As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers you the best of both worlds: the stability, resources and opportunities of a national company, and the team culture, creative spirit and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and new challenges, we want to meet you!
From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity from multiple regional locations across the country.
Harris Benefits Compensation
Pay Range
$164,000.00 - $237,800.00
The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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 notice from the Department of Labor.
At Harris, we are seeking a highly motivated and experienced General Manager to lead our Pacific Northwest mechanical construction team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in operations management, sales growth, and delivering exceptional customer service. As General Manager, you will lead all facets of the business, including project oversight and delivery, process improvement and innovation, shop and fabrication management, financial performance, and developing a strong, high‑performing team. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for excellence, we want to hear from you.
Business Strategy and Operations
- Set team and regional goals, and ensure policies, procedures, and performance standards are aligned with organizational strategy; address and resolve operational issues.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities through market research, business development, and strong customer relationships.
- Ensure timely, high-quality team deliverables and alignment with company processes, policies, and standards.
- Collaborate across the organization and participate in strategic planning.
- Lead division staffing and personnel management, including performance reviews, role definition, and conflict resolution.
- Partner with Human Capital to recruit, hire, train, mentor, and develop team members; support career growth through ongoing training and education.
- Foster the company culture and maintain a strong, consistent safety environment.
- Review and manage monthly financial performance, including receivables and budget adherence.
- Prepare the team for monthly project reviews; develop annual financial plans, budgets, and P&L forecasts.
- Set and achieve annual sales goals through new project awards, customer satisfaction, and strategic sales messaging.
- Maintain strong relationships with local unions, engaging regularly with union officials.
- Act as division representative in union negotiations, disputes, grievances, and disciplinary hearings.
- Ensure adherence to labor agreements; oversee the “Reasonable Suspicion” program and related compliance matters.
- Evaluate union complaints and advise leadership on contract administration and disciplinary processes.
- Oversee building maintenance and repairs.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- 10 yrs of construction Project Management experience
- 10 yrs of strong understanding of mechanical systems including design and operations
- 10 yrs of leadership and teambuilding experience including a proven ability to coach, train and motivate employees
- 10 yrs Business administration and management principles including, but not limited to:
- Company operations and financials
- Customer relations
- Business development and project sales strategies
- Legal aspects of construction industry
As one of the country's leading mechanical contractors, Harris offers you the best of both worlds: the stability, resources and opportunities of a national company, and the team culture, creative spirit and customer loyalty of a local business. If you thrive on variety and new challenges, we want to meet you!
From stadiums to manufacturing facilities, power plants to hospitals, concert halls to classrooms, we handle projects of all sizes and complexity from multiple regional locations across the country.
Harris Benefits Compensation
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401K with company match
- Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays
- Paid Parental leave
- Short-Term Incentive Plan
Pay Range
$164,000.00 - $237,800.00
The actual salary offer will vary by candidate based on a wide range of factors such as specific skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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 notice from the Department of Labor.
Salary : $164,000 - $237,800