Director of Fleet & Equipment - Corporate in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania at Sargent Electric

Sargent Electric is a leading specialty contractor focused on electrical, instrumentation, wireless, utility, and low voltage systems. Founded in Pittsburgh in 1907, we operate from 8 locations across the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic and Northeast, delivering projects nationwide for our strategic customers.

We support the breadth of client needs — from routine 24/7 service and emergency restoration to their largest and most complex projects. Our proven safety record, technical depth, and longstanding client relationships have made us a partner of choice for Fortune 500 companies, leading general contractors, and EPC contractors.

We are seeking a Corporate Director of Fleet & Equipment. This is a senior leadership role responsible for the strategic direction, lifecycle management, operational performance, and financial optimization of the company’s $20M+ 750 string fleet of vehicles, tools, and heavy equipment. This fleet supports complex project operations across Utility Transmission & Distribution, Renewable Energy, and Commercial & Industrial (C&I) electrical construction.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:
Strategic Leadership & Planning

• Develop and execute long‑term fleet strategy supporting Utility, Renewables, and C&I business lines.
• Create annual and multi‑year fleet capital plans—balancing operational needs, financing strategy, and ROI.
• Standardize fleet specifications to optimize reliability, safety, and performance.

Fleet Lifecycle Management

• Oversee the full lifecycle of 750+ fleet assets including vehicles, aerial lifts, digger derricks, trenchers, generators, cable pullers, tooling, and heavy equipment.
• Lead procurement, leasing, remarketing, and disposal to maximize asset value.
• Implement fleet replacement policies and lifecycle schedules.

Financial & Performance Management

• Manage annual fleet CAPEX and OPEX budgets.
• Track and optimize fleet utilization, cost recovery, TCO, and charge‑out rates.
• Negotiate national agreements with vendors, OEMs, and rental partners.
• Use analytics to drive financial efficiency and improve operational predictability.

Operations, Technology & Digital Optimization

• Lead adoption of fleet technology including telematics, GPS, IoT sensors, remote diagnostics, and automated scheduling and implement AI‑driven forecasting models to optimize replacement planning, utilization, and fleet mix.
• Deploy predictive maintenance platforms using machine learning and real‑time asset data.
• Leverage AI for spend analytics, vendor negotiations, and cost‑saving insights.
• Integrate fleet systems with ERP, safety platforms, and financial systems.
• Deploy digital inspection tools, mobile apps, and automated reporting workflows.

Compliance, Safety & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with DOT, OSHA, EPA, and state regulations.
• Develop policies and training to improve operator competency and reduce equipment‑related incidents.
• Maintain documentation for inspections, audits, and insurance.

Collaboration & Cross‑Functional Leadership

• Partner with Operations, Project Management, Safety, Finance, and Supply Chain. Proven leadership of distributed teams.
• Forecast fleet requirements for specialty Utility and Renewable Energy projects.
• Provide executive dashboards and decision‑support analytics.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• 10+ years fleet, equipment, or operations leadership experience.
• Experience managing large‑scale fleets ($10M+).
• Strong financial and analytical capabilities including TCO modeling.
• Comprehensive knowledge of DOT, OSHA, EPA compliance.
• Experience in electrical contracting, T&D, Renewables, or heavy civil is required.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, business, or related field, preferred.
• Familiarity with fleet management software, telematics, AI systems, is preferred.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• Strategic Planning & Execution
• Financial Acumen
• Leadership & Talent Development
• Process Improvement
• Vendor Negotiation
• Technical Equipment Knowledge
• Digital & AI‑Driven Optimization
• Operational Excellence
• Compliance Management

SUCCESS METRICS:

• Reduced TCO and improved utilization
• Increased uptime and maintenance compliance
• Successful digital transformation and AI adoption
• Standardization across business units
• High field satisfaction and operational reliability

WHY JOIN SARGENT ELECTRIC?

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Established, growing company with a strong industry reputation
• Collaborative, team-driven environment
• Opportunity to work closely with project teams and support operations

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Sargent Electric Company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.