Hybrid Director of Commercial HVAC chez Airo Mechanical Job Board

About the role

The newly created position of Director of Commercial HVAC at AIRO Mechanical will lead and grow our rapidly expanding commercial HVAC division, which includes upfit, break-fix replacement, and new construction teams. This leader will provide the vision, expertise, and hands-on support needed to build something exceptional from the ground floor — driving innovation, safety, manpower planning, and a strong culture of trust and accountability. This role fully owns the division’s P&L and is expected to direct, teach, and inspire a team to deliver outstanding results in line with The AIRO Way.

At AIRO Mechanical, we believe in Building Trust & Crafting Comfort — not just through our HVAC and plumbing solutions, but through how we care for our people, our customers, and the communities we serve. We’re a company that thrives on doing things differently, growing quickly but thoughtfully, and creating an environment where leaders have the freedom and support to build something special alongside a great team.

What you'll do

• Lead and grow the commercial HVAC division focused in Charlotte NC and surrounding areas.
• Collaborate with leadership on setting the strategy to support rapid expansion while maintaining quality, safety, and profitability.
• Own and manage the division’s P&L, identifying opportunities to drive revenue growth, margin improvement, and operational efficiency.
• Direct and support project teams across upfit, break-fix/service, and new construction scopes — ensuring consistent delivery on time and on budget.
• Champion a culture of safety, innovation, and continuous improvement; reinforce best practices and ensure all work meets or exceeds safety standards.
• Develop and implement manpower plans that align with project needs and growth goals.
• Build strong relationships with general contractors, clients, and internal teams; serve as the face of the commercial HVAC business unit.
• Teach, mentor, and develop project managers, field leaders, and technical teams — fostering a culture of learning, ownership, and pride.
• Identify and implement new processes, technologies, and ideas that position AIRO Mechanical’s commercial HVAC offering as best-in-class.
• Represent the division in executive meetings and contribute to company-wide strategy and growth plans.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of commercial HVAC experience, with significant expertise in new construction and upfit work; general service experience preferred.
• Proven track record of leading teams and growing a business unit from the ground up, with full P&L responsibility.
• Deep technical knowledge of commercial HVAC systems, manpower planning, safety standards, and installation best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to foster innovation and continuous improvement.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong commitment to building and sustaining a culture aligned with AIRO Mechanical’s mission of Building Trust & Crafting Comfort.