Director of Material Handling & Logistics

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW Upchurch is a rapidly growing, full-service building engineering company providing mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical services across the southeastern United States. Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Horn Lake, MS, Upchurch has grown through both organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, establishing a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and service excellence. We offer end-to-end solutions—from design and installation to ongoing maintenance and emergency support—helping clients maximize building performance, energy efficiency, and equipment lifespan. POSITION SUMMARY Upchurch is experiencing significant growth in large, complex mechanical projects. To support this, we are adding a Director of Material Handling & Logistics to lead how materials are planned, moved, staged, and installed across our major jobs. This role is focused on one thing: protecting job margin through better material flow and jobsite logistics. The right person will bring real-world experience from the field and know how to turn logistics planning into measurable labor productivity and execution improvements. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Own Material Flow Strategy on Major Projects - Build and implement material handling plans for all large-scale projects - Define site logistics including laydown, access points, delivery sequencing, and trade flow - Engage early in preconstruction to ensure logistics are fully planned—not reactive Drive Labor Efficiency & Margin Protection - Identify where poor material handling is costing labor hours - Eliminate double-handling, lost time, and trade stacking conflicts - Work directly with project teams to improve install efficiency - Provide clear input on how logistics decisions impact job cost Support Field Execution - Work alongside project managers, superintendents, and foremen - Ensure material plans are actually followed in the field - Step in when jobs get tight—solve real-time constraints and bottlenecks - Bring practical solutions, not theory Standardize How We Do This as a Company - Establish consistent expectations for logistics planning on large jobs - Build repeatable playbooks and jobsite standards - Help elevate how we plan and execute work across all major projects Integrate Prefabrication & Supply Chain - Align prefab output with field install sequence - Improve kitting, packaging, and delivery timing - Reduce field handling by shifting effort upstream where possible Introduce Better Tools & Approaches - Improve material tracking and visibility - Support smarter planning (3D/4D when needed) - Bring new ideas that actually make the field more efficient What Success Looks Like - Noticeable reduction in labor waste tied to material movement - Jobs run cleaner with fewer bottlenecks and delays - Project teams rely on this role as a key part of planning and execution - More predictable outcomes on large projects - Stronger margin performance QUALIFICATIONS - 10+ years in mechanical construction, industrial construction, or similar - Proven experience in material handling, logistics, or large job execution - Has worked directly on large, complex projects ($25M–$100M+) - Strong understanding of: - Field operations - Crew productivity - Mechanical installation workflows - Can communicate effectively with both field and executive teams - Practical mindset—knows what actually works in the field Benefits: - Competitive pay based on experience. - Health, dental, and vision insurance. - Paid time off and holiday pay. - Opportunities for professional development and certification assistance. Equal Employment Opportunity: Upchurch Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.