Ohio Operations

Strategic Growth for Best in Class Contractor | Build Your Future and Career with Danforth | Multiple Opportunities in Columbus, Ohio!

John W. Danforth Company, one of the largest mechanical contractors in the Northeast and an EMCOR Company, is growing in Ohio and seeking experienced leaders and construction professionals to expand our operations team. We are committed to delivering industry‑leading experiences for our customers across HVAC, plumbing, refrigeration, mission critical environments, custom metal fabrication, energy performance, and specialty mechanical projects. Our people are our greatest asset.

Continued investment in growth and development is how Danforth has stayed on the cutting edge since 1884.

• Competitive compensation packages based on role and experience
• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Competitive PTO, holidays, and additional incentives
• Career development, mentoring, and growth opportunities

The Regional Vice President of Operations will lead and grow Danforth’s Ohio operations, ensuring operational excellence, financial performance, and talent development across the region.

• Provide overall operational leadership for Ohio regional projects and teams
• Drive financial performance, forecasting, and profitability
• Establish and execute regional growth and business strategies
• Develop leadership talent and succession plans
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and company standards
• Build and maintain strong client and industry relationships

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Extensive leadership experience within mechanical or construction operations
• Strong track record of regional or multi‑project P&L responsibility
• Exceptional people‑leadership and strategic planning skills
• Ability to align operational execution with long‑term business goals

As a Project Executive
, you will provide strategic oversight for a portfolio of projects, ensuring overall financial performance, client satisfaction, and team effectiveness, aligning project execution with business needs while developing high‑performing teams. This role is a key member of the senior operational leadership team.

• Oversee the performance of a portfolio of projects, ensuring they meet or exceed financial, operational, and safety goals
• Lead and develop Project Managers and field leadership
• Drive and reinforce consistent use of project management systems and best practices
• Collaborate with executive leadership on strategy, staffing, and growth
• Maintain and grow key client relationships, supporting business development and repeat work

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Strong leadership, decision‑making, and communication skills
• Experience with union labor environments
• Ability to represent the company in professional and community settings

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for the successful delivery of large and/or complex mechanical construction projects, providing day‑to‑day leadership to project teams while ensuring strong financial and operational performance. This role also plays a key part in developing Project Managers and driving consistency in project execution.

• Lead the execution of large and/or multiple mechanical projects from kickoff through closeout
• Maintain full responsibility for project financials, forecasting, and margins
• Supervise and support Project Managers
• Drive a strong safety culture and operational excellence
• Collaborate with VDC, fabrication shops, and procurement teams
• Partner with regional and executive leadership on staffing and strategy

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience
• Strong financial acumen and forecasting capabilities
• Experience working with labor unions preferred
• Proven leadership and team‑development skills

As a Project Manager
, you will oversee the successful execution of mechanical construction projects,…