Automation Branch Manager- Memphis, TN

DeBra-Kuempel Inc. is a leading provider of mechanical, electrical and plumbing services to Cincinnati, Dayton, Columbus, Evansville, Lexington, Louisville, Eastern Kentucky and the surrounding areas. We deliver our services through the full lifecycle, including design build and new construction, major repairs and replacements and ongoing preventive services. DeBra-Kuempel is wholly owned by EMCOR Group, Inc., a national provider of mechanical and electrical construction and facilities services, including planning, consulting, and operations and maintenance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To best meet the needs of our Organization and Customers, the ideal candidate will meet the following qualifications:

• Manage the Memphis location's financial performance.
• Coordinate with Project Managers to ensure projects are being completed timely and within budget.
• Manage project bookings and turnover process.
• Monitor monthly WIP job cost meetings and projections with Project Managers.
• Monitor A/R, A/P, SOVs, billing, and overall cash flow with Project Managers.
• Manage employee retention and promotions.
• Manage staffing based on sales backlog and office NOI.
• Manage project completion, closeout, warranty, and quality.
• Manage and comply with safety needs, policies, and budget.
• Manage vendor relationships, multipliers, rebates programs, and quality.
• Manage divisional culture and morale by actively communicating and cultivating company vision.
• Conduct department meetings and maintain employee communications.
• Complete yearly or semi-annual business plans for key vendors.
• Complete employee reviews, performance agreements, recognition, and recommendations for change in status.
• Implement PIP and disciplinary actions with Human Resources.
• Recommend hiring needs.
• Review contracts, including T&C, payment terms, notices, indemnification, and other key sections.
• Audit completed projects and manage sales/operations performance.
• Identify bad debt and implement process improvements.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, the ideal candidate must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to evaluate and optimize business operation.
• Ability to lead and motivate a diverse team.
• Ability to manage projects, staffing, and associated schedules.
• Ability to manage operations to budget/estimate.
• Ability to delegate responsibilities while maintaining operational control of commitments.
• Proficient in conflict management.
• Strong IT skills and understanding of software/security requirements.
• Strong financial skills and understanding of business reports and cash management.
• Understanding of MSA and contracts required.
• Excellent organization and time-management skills, and the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and able to interact with all levels of the Organization with a positive, engaging, proactive and team-based style.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• A Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree is required. Degrees in related fields, as well as comparable work experience may be considered in lieu of an MBA Degree.
• Management and leadership experience will be heavily weighed when selecting the candidate for this position.
• Working knowledge of building automation and construction industry preferred.
• Working knowledge of the construction bid process preferred.
• Working knowledge of design/build, ESCO, and negotiated projects preferred.
• Working knowledge of commercial/industrial vertical markets preferred.

COMPUTER SKILLS

• Excellent Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Teams, Outlook, Word, OneNote and Excel)
• Working knowledge of Automated Logic, Tridium, Honeywell, JCI, and other control systems is preferred.

CORE VALUES

The requirements listed below are representative of our Core Values and characteristics sought to perform this role successfully:

• CUSTOMER SERVICE- We assure a quality response in a timely manner for both internal and external customers.
• DEPTH OF KNOWLEDGE- Our team offers clients the highest level of understanding of mechanical and electrical systems.
• SOLUTIONS BASED- Our team identifies issues and focuses on solutions while mitigating down time.
• DO THE RIGHT THING- Our team demonstrates integrity in everything we do.
• ENTREPRENEURIAL/PASSIONATE- Our team strives to enhance and grow our customer base, both internally and externally, by leveraging all our assets.

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As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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