Director of Equipment

Overview

MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure is now hiring a Director of Equipment for our Southeast US infrastructure companies.

The Director of Equipment provides strategic and operational leadership for all equipment‑related functions supporting a heavy civil and transportation construction business unit. This role is responsible for maximizing fleet availability, utilization, and return on investment while ensuring safe, compliant, and cost‑effective equipment operations across multiple complex infrastructure projects.

The position blends enterprise‑level fleet strategy, financial stewardship, and field execution, overseeing owned and rented equipment, service operations, preventive maintenance programs, and vendor partnerships. The Director of Equipment collaborates closely with project leadership, estimating teams, and corporate partners to support successful project delivery and sustained profitability.

Company Overview

Founded in 1987, MasTec Civil (formerly known as Condotte America), a MasTec Company, is a heavy highway contractor specializing in the construction of complex transportation projects that include roadway, bridges, interchanges, mass transit, and tolling facilities. In short, we build the roads and bridges connecting our families, communities, and nation. In doing so, client satisfaction is of primary importance to us, and our record reflects our emphasis on understanding our client needs in order to exceed their expectations. 

MasTec Civil is part of the MasTec Clean Energy & Infrastructure (CE&I) business segment. The CE&I segment generates over $4.5 billion in annual revenue, providing construction services across our renewables, industrial, infrastructure, and general building operating groups. Sustainability and safety are foundational to our culture and influence everything we do. 

MasTec, a minority-owned Fortune 500 company, has shaped the construction industry for more than 90 years. With over 35,000 employees and 400 offices nationwide, we provide flexibility and career growth in dynamic work environments. Join one of the largest construction firms in the country (Engineering News-Record [ENR]: #1 in Power, #16 Top 50 Domestic Heavy Contractors, #13 Transportation Contractor). 

Responsibilities

Fleet & Equipment Operations

• Provide leadership and oversight for all equipment operations supporting multiple heavy civil and transportation projects, including earthmoving, paving, structures, cranes, and specialty equipment.
• Ensure reliable equipment availability through effective planning, mobilization, preventive maintenance, and repair strategies.
• Coordinate equipment sourcing, including owned assets, rentals, and specialty packages, to meet project schedules and optimize utilization.
• Direct equipment service and repair operations to meet manufacturer standards, company policies, and project demands.
• Maintain equipment life‑cycle strategies, including acquisition, redeployment, refurbishment, and disposition decisions.

Financial Management & Cost Control

• Develop, manage, and monitor equipment budgets, forecasts, and forecasts for major projects and the business unit.
• Manage equipment billing, cost recovery, internal rates, and utilization metrics.
• Evaluate equipment repair vs. replacement decisions using life‑cycle cost analysis and return‑on‑investment principles.
• Monitor and approve vendor quotes, major component repairs, and capital expenditures.
• Support estimating teams by establishing competitive, data‑driven equipment pricing for bids and proposals.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop equipment managers, superintendents, mechanics, and support staff.
• Establish expectations, assign workloads, and manage staffing plans to support operational needs.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Assist in recruiting, performance management, succession planning, and retention of equipment personnel.

Vendor & Partner Management

• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with OEMs, dealerships, rental providers, and service vendors.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and service agreements with key suppliers (e.g., Caterpillar, Deere, Volvo, Komatsu).
• Evaluate vendor performance and drive continuous improvement in cost, quality, and response time.
• Safety, Compliance & Risk Management
• Ensure all equipment operations comply with DOT, OSHA, MSHA, and company safety policies.
• Oversee crane compliance, assembly/disassembly activities, and operator authorizations.
• Promote a strong safety culture by enforcing standards and proactively addressing risks.
• Ensure proper documentation, licensing, inspections, and audits are completed accurately and on time.

Systems, Data & Continuous Improvement

• Utilize ERP, telematics, and business intelligence tools to track utilization, costs, downtime, and performance.
• Implement and improve systems, processes, and procedures that enhance efficiency, transparency, and control.
• Analyze data to identify trends, opportunities for optimization, and corrective actions.
• Stay current on industry technology, equipment innovations, and best practices.

*Travel will be necessary across the Southeast - estimated at 25% or more.  

*This role can be remote in the Southeast or ideally near one of our offices.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of heavy equipment management experience in heavy civil or transportation construction.
• Proven leadership of large, multi‑project fleets and service operations.
• Prior people leadership and development experience as this role will have direct reports.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost controls.
• Deep technical knowledge of heavy equipment, cranes, and on‑highway fleets.
• Experience with ERP systems, fleet management software, and telematics.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Business, Equipment Management, or related field preferred.
• Certified Equipment Manager (CEM) or similar certification preferred.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to travel to jobsites and vendors as needed.

What's in it for You

Financial Wellbeing

• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and merit increase

• 401(k) with company match & Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

• Flexible spending account (Healthcare & Dependent care)

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (plan choice) - coverage for spouse, domestic partner, and children

• Diabetes Management, Telehealth Coverage, Prescription Drug Plan, Pet Insurance, Weight Management Drug Discount

• Discounted National Gym Membership Network

Family & Lifestyle

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave

• Military Leave, including Benefits Continuation

• Employee Assistance Program

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance, and accidental death & dismemberment

• Voluntary life insurance, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity coverage

• Emergency Travel Assistance Program

• Group legal plan

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, contact [email protected]. Due to the high volume of applications received, we are unable to respond to individual requests regarding application status. Please log into your candidate profile for up-to-date information. 

MasTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasTec's policy to comply with all applicable state, federal and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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