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President – Electrical Construction Services
Location: Lee’s Summit, MO (Greater Kansas City Area)
Company: American Legacy Construction, a Crete United Company
About Crete United
Crete United, established in 2020, is a rapidly expanding national network of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP), Building Automation, and Energy Efficiency Solutions providers. With over 41 companies across 17 states, Crete United is one of the fastest-growing MEP networks in the United States.
At Crete United, we believe in turning vision into reality. Our mission is to create healthier buildings and better lives by being deeply embedded in the communities we serve. Our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence drives every project we take on. Join us in building the future of sustainable infrastructure.
Position Overview: President – Electrical, Automation & Fire Safety Services
We are seeking a dynamic, results-oriented President to lead and grow American Legacy Construction, a Crete United Company, specializing in Commercial and Industrial Electrical Services. This executive leadership role is based in Lee’s Summit, MO and oversees operations across the Greater Kansas City region.
This role offers full P&L ownership, strategic oversight of field and back-office operations, and leadership across service delivery in Electrical Construction, Building Automation, and Fire Safety Systems. The President will be instrumental in driving business growth, operational excellence, and team development in a high-performance culture.
Key Responsibilities
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Drive operational success and profitability by achieving or exceeding revenue and margin targets.
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Develop and execute regional growth strategies across all service lines.
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Expand the field workforce by making the company the employer of choice for technicians and skilled tradespeople.
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Provide leadership across all departments, including sales, customer service, project execution, and field operations.
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Build and strengthen customer relationships, actively developing new business opportunities.
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Lead continuous improvement initiatives in processes, pricing, quality control, customer service, and field productivity.
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Oversee financial performance including budgeting, forecasting, expense control, and financial reporting.
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Foster long-term partnerships with clients, subcontractors, vendors, and other Crete United network companies.
Required Qualifications
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Proven track record as a business leader in electrical construction, service, or maintenance.
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10 years of leadership experience in the electrical contracting or MEP services industry.
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Deep technical knowledge of electrical systems, acquired through roles such as electrician, estimator, project manager, or operations manager.
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Prior experience in service management or service sales is highly preferred.
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Experience leading teams of 10 people with full P&L responsibility.
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Excellent interpersonal, communication, and team-building skills.
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Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Why Join Us
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Competitive base salary with a performance-driven bonus structure
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Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, disability)
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401(k) plan with 4% company match
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Opportunity to lead a high-growth company with national backing and local impact
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Inclusive, values-driven company culture focused on people and performance
Diversity & Inclusion
American Legacy Construction, a Crete United Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building diverse teams and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage women, veterans, and underrepresented minorities to apply.
