Job Title:
Chief Operating Officer (COO) / Business Head – MEP Division
Department:
MEP (Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing)
Location:
Shivaji Nagar, Pune
Experience:
15–20+ Years in MEP, EPC, Construction, or Building Services Industry
Employment Type:
Full-Time
About the Role
We are looking for a highly experienced and strategic **COO / Business Head** to lead and scale our MEP Division. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving business growth, overseeing end-to-end operations, managing profit & loss (P&L), developing high-performing teams, and ensuring successful execution of MEP projects while maintaining quality, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
Business Strategy & Leadership
* Develop and execute business strategies to achieve organizational goals.
* Lead the overall operations of the MEP Division.
* Identify new business opportunities and market expansion strategies.
* Drive revenue growth and improve operational efficiency.
* Establish long-term business plans and growth initiatives.
Business Development
* Build and maintain relationships with clients, consultants, architects, contractors, and channel partners.
* Identify new project opportunities in commercial, industrial, residential, and infrastructure sectors.
* Participate in high-value client meetings and negotiations.
* Review and approve major commercial proposals and contracts.
Operations Management
* Oversee the execution of multiple MEP projects simultaneously.
* Ensure timely project delivery within budget and quality standards.
* Monitor project performance, resource allocation, and productivity.
* Coordinate with Engineering, Estimation, Procurement, Execution, and Service teams.
Financial Management
* Manage the division's Profit & Loss (P&L).
* Prepare annual budgets and revenue forecasts.
* Monitor project profitability and cost control.
* Improve operational margins through effective planning and execution.
Team Management
* Lead, mentor, and develop department heads and senior managers.
* Build a performance-driven culture.
* Conduct performance reviews and succession planning.
* Drive employee engagement and leadership development.
Client Relationship Management
* Develop strong relationships with key customers.
* Ensure high customer satisfaction and timely issue resolution.
* Represent the company in industry events and business forums.
Compliance & Quality
* Ensure compliance with statutory regulations and industry standards.
* Implement best practices for quality, safety, and operational excellence.
* Monitor risk management and governance across projects.
Required Skills
* Strong leadership and decision-making abilities.
* Excellent business development and negotiation skills.
* Expertise in MEP project execution and operations.
* Strong financial acumen with P&L management experience.
* Knowledge of estimation, budgeting, procurement, and project planning.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Strategic thinking with a result-oriented approach.
* Ability to lead cross-functional teams.
Educational Qualification
* Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.
* MBA (Marketing/Operations/Project Management) preferred.
Preferred Industry Experience
* MEP Contracting
* Fire Protection Systems
* Electrical Systems
* Plumbing
* EPC
* Building Services
* Infrastructure Projects
* Industrial & Commercial Construction
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
* Revenue Growth
* Profitability (P&L)
* Project Completion Timelines
* Customer Satisfaction
* Business Development & New Client Acquisition
* Team Performance & Retention
* Cost Optimization
* Operational Efficiency
* Tender Win Ratio
* Repeat Business from Existing Clients
Work Location: In person
