Vice President - GM HVAC

Company DescriptionAMPAM, California’s leading design-build Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing subcontractor, has over 35 years of experience in high-density residential, hospitality, and commercial projects. The company specializes in integrated design-build and service solutions for multifamily, high-rise residential, mixed-use, senior, student, and affordable housing developments. With over 1,400 team members, AMPAM thrives on a relationship-driven culture founded on trust and collaboration with its people, partners, and clients. Consistently ranked among top multi-disciplined subcontractors in the U.S., AMPAM is dedicated to delivering quality, safety, and reliability at every stage of construction and service.Role DescriptionThe Vice President – General Manager (VP/GM), HVAC is responsible for company-wide HVAC business leadership, with direct General Manager accountability for the Inland Empire branch (Corona). This role carries full P&L ownership, operational responsibility, and strategic leadership across operations, engineering, sales, and execution—while operating within a matrixed, multi-trade enterprise.This position is a planned leadership transition following the acquisition of the Inland Empire HVAC business. Over a defined 12-month transition period, the VP/GM will work in close partnership with the current EVP HVAC to ensure continuity of customer relationships, team culture, and operational excellence—while progressively assuming full leadership and decision-making responsibility for the business.The objective is clear: a thoughtful, respectful, and deliberate transfer of ownership of the business—operationally, commercially, and culturally—without disruption to customers, employees, or performance.Transition & Partnership PhilosophyThis role is intentionally designed as a shared leadership bridge, not an abrupt handoff.During the transition period, the VP/GM will:Partner closely with the current EVP HVAC to absorb institutional knowledge, customer relationships, and operational nuancesHonor what has made the business successful while aligning it with enterprise standards, systems, and future growth objectivesGradually assume full accountability for decisions, performance, and leadershipBy the conclusion of the transition period, the VP/GM will have full ownership of the HVAC business, with the former EVP HVAC transitioning into an advisory or alternate role as determined by the company.Key ResponsibilitiesGeneral Management & P&L OwnershipFull profit and loss responsibility for the Inland Empire HVAC businessOwnership of revenue growth, margin performance, cost control, working capital, and cash flowDevelopment and execution of annual operating plans, budgets, and forecastsAccountability for meeting or exceeding financial targetsOperations & ExecutionEnd-to-end responsibility for HVAC operations including field execution, project delivery, service, and safetyEnsure consistent, high-quality project performance across schedule, cost, and customer satisfactionDrive operational discipline, standardization, and continuous improvementChampion a strong safety culture aligned with company valuesEngineering & Technical ExcellenceOversight of engineering, design, preconstruction, and technical executionEnsure constructability, productivity, and quality standards are met or exceededAlign engineering practices with enterprise tools, processes, and best practicesSales, Business Development & Customer RelationshipsLeadership of HVAC sales strategy for the Inland Empire regionOwnership of key customer relationships and strategic accountsPartner with enterprise sales and estimating teams in a matrix environmentEnsure disciplined pipeline management, pricing strategy, and win-rate improvementPeople Leadership & CultureDirect leadership of branch and HVAC leadership teamsDevelop, coach, and retain top talent across operations, engineering, and salesMaintain and evolve the culture that has made the business successful while aligning with broader company valuesServe as a visible, engaged leader within the branch and the fieldMatrix Leadership & Enterprise IntegrationOperate effectively within a matrix organization, collaborating with centralized functions (sales, engineering, finance, HR, safety, IT, estimating, etc.)Balance local accountability with enterprise alignmentDrive integration of systems, processes, and reporting without disrupting performanceTransition Leadership (First 12 Months)Execute a structured transition plan alongside the current EVP of HVACGradually assume ownership of decision-making authority across all functionsPreserve customer trust and employee confidence throughout the transitionEnsure knowledge transfer is complete, documented, and sustainableSuccess MeasuresSuccessful and seamless transition of leadership within 12 monthsAchievement of financial and operational performance targetsStrong customer retention and growthHigh employee engagement and leadership bench strengthFull integration of the HVAC business into enterprise systems and operating rhythmQualifications & ExperienceSenior leadership experience (VP, GM, or equivalent) within HVAC, MEP, or construction servicesDemonstrated P&L ownership and operational leadershipStrong understanding of project-based businesses and service operationsProven ability to lead through change and transitionComfortable operating in a matrixed organizational structureHigh emotional intelligence with the ability to balance respect for legacy with forward-looking leadershipLeadership AttributesDecisive, accountable, and execution-focusedCollaborative and partnership-orientedCalm, confident, and credible with customers and teamsComfortable stepping into ownership while respecting the journeyCommitted to building for the future