Chief Operating Officer (COO), Heavy Equipment

Posted 3 days ago

confidentialDallas (TX)

Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment OperatorsConstruction Machinery Manufacturing

SENIORITY

Director

About the role

Chief Operating Officer (COO), Heavy EquipmentAbout the CompanyWell-established and rapidly growing heavy equipment dealership serving construction, infrastructure, and industrial markets.IndustryMachineryTypePrivately HeldAbout the RoleThe Company is in search of a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join their executive team and play a pivotal role in the strategic and operational growth of the business. The COO will be responsible for translating the CEO's vision into daily operations, with a strong focus on profitability, efficiency, and sustainable growth. This includes overseeing the core functions of the business, such as sales, rental, service, parts, logistics, and fleet management, and driving operational excellence across all branches.The successful candidate will be tasked with implementing scalable processes and systems, leading cross-functional teams, and partnering with the CEO on strategic initiatives like geographic expansion and OEM negotiations. Applicants for the COO position at the company should have a minimum of 10-15 years' of progressive leadership experience in heavy equipment, construction machinery, or industrial distribution environments. A Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or a related field is required, with an MBA strongly preferred.The role demands a leader with a deep understanding of dealership operations, including rental fleets, depreciation strategies, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in leading multidisciplinary teams, exceptional communication and negotiation skills, and a hands-on yet strategic leadership style. Strong financial and operational analytics skills are essential, as is the ability to make data-driven decisions and drive continuous improvement initiatives.Hiring Manager TitleCEOFunctionsOperations

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