Equipment Director

The Equipment Director is responsible for the overall strategic leadership and long-term planning of Musselman & Hall’s equipment fleet, shops, and related operations across all locations. This position oversees equipment acquisition, financials, policy development, disposal, and ensures that the organization’s equipment needs are met for both current and future business demands.

Essential Functions

• Develop and implement a long-term equipment strategy aligned with company goals, including lifecycle planning, replacement schedules, and growth planning.
• Approve all major equipment purchases, sales, and disposals.
• Monitor the overall equipment capital and operational budget, revenue, and costs, recommending and implementing adjustments as needed.
• Establish equipment rates and rental strategies; coordinate all major rentals and review related invoices.
• Establish and update equipment purchase standards and specifications.
• Approve all equipment-related expenditures, including invoices, Visa transactions, and fuel purchases, investigating and resolving issues.
• Oversee and provide leadership to the Equipment Manager, ensuring alignment between daily operations and strategic objectives.
• Build and maintain strategic vendor and supplier relationships to secure favorable pricing, service agreements, and access to specialized equipment.
• Monitor utilization data and provide regular reports to leadership on fleet efficiency and cost performance.
• Lead the development of equipment-related SOPs, training programs, and risk management policies.
• Represent M&H at industry events, trade shows, and vendor meetings to keep informed of new technologies and market trends.
• Work directly with operations leadership to forecast and meet equipment needs for upcoming projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, and in accordance with Musselman and Hall policies and values.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.
• In-depth knowledge of diesel engines, automotive, and construction equipment acquisition, maintenance, and lifecycle management.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing multi-million-dollar budgets.
• Ability to manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite and ability to quickly learn M&H’s ERP and reporting systems.

Experience & Education

• 7–10 years of experience in equipment management, construction operations, or related field required.
• Proven experience leading and developing teams.
• Certified Equipment Manager (CEM) strongly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in automotive technology, construction management, business administration, or related field strongly preferred.
• Master’s in Business Administration preferred.

Physical Demands

The physical demands listed must be able to be met by the incumbent in this role in order to successfully perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation

• Ability to speak and hear
• Ability to regularly attend work in an office environment and visit shop and yard facilities.
• Ability to navigate active job sites and equipment yards as needed.

Other Requirements

• Full-time hours required; most work performed on weekdays during normal business hours.
• Travel between KC and St. Louis locations required, with occasional travel for vendor and industry events.
• Must be able to gain approval to drive an M&H vehicle.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person