Senior Mechanical & Facilities Executive with Estimation Expertise, VP

William Sherman Key

Management (Senior Level) • Estimation • Mechanical Design • Sales

Myrtle Beach, SC • 843-***-**** • **************@*****.***

Professional Summary

Senior-level mechanical and facilities leader with 30+ years of experience overseeing large-scale HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical system design, estimation, and project management. Proven track record leading multi-discipline teams, managing multimillion-dollar projects, developing business strategies, and driving revenue growth. Trusted advisor to contractors, engineers, and owners with extensive expertise across commercial, industrial, institutional, and governmental environments.

Core Competencies

• Senior Management & Leadership

• Estimation & Project Costing (up to $35M)

• Mechanical & HVAC System Design

• Sales Engineering & Technical Sales

• Facilities Management & Operations

• Electrical / Plumbing System Oversight

• Energy Management & Efficiency Strategies

• Contract Negotiation & Budget Control

• Training & Personnel Development

• Client Relations & Stakeholder Coordination

• Litigation Consulting & Technical Expert Support

Professional Experience

Owner & President — Mechanical / HVAC / Electrical / Plumbing Firm

• Oversaw design, installation, construction, and service operations across commercial, industrial, institutional, and governmental projects.

• Directed estimating, design, sales, and project management.

• Built and maintained long-term relationships with architects, engineers, contractors, and facility owners.

• Managed hiring, training, budgeting, contracts, and operational planning.

• Provided consulting and expert guidance for general contractors and litigation cases.

Vice President / Director / Senior Leadership Roles — Multiple Organizations

• Designed and estimated HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical systems for hospitals, universities, government facilities, and major commercial sites.

• Managed /estimated commercial projects ranging from $100 K to $25M.

• Directed service divisions, special projects teams, and commercial/residential mechanical departments.

• Served as a technical specialist for complex system diagnostics and remediation.

Technical Consultant & Instructor — JCI/York & Hughes International

• Provided technical sales support, installation guidance, and service training.

• Instructed classes in HVAC design, installation, service, and advanced technical topics.

Director of Facilities — Large Resort Property

• Managed all mechanical systems, scheduling, budgeting, and staff training.

• Oversaw design and implementation of major aquatic systems including pools and a lazy river.

Assistant Facility Engineer — Community General Hospital

• Performed maintenance, repairs, and system design for HVAC, filtration, plumbing, and electrical systems.

• Supported operations at main campus and remote clinics.

Volunteer Construction Project — Mechanical/Electrical Lead

• Oversaw all mechanical, electrical, fire protection, seismic, A/V, and lighting systems for a $25M assembly hall.

• Coordinated work for 850 volunteers from 32 states and 4 countries.

• Managed procurement, logistics, testing, balancing, and close-out documentation.

Licenses & Certifications

• Unlimited HVAC License — NC & SC

• Master Plumbing License — SC

• Electrical & Refrigeration License — NC (inactive)

• Air Test & Balance — National Balance Institute

• Factory Certifications: Mitsubishi, Daikin, Desert Aire, TRANE, Carrier, YORK

Education & Training

• Technical Education — Forsyth, Davidson, HCTC Technical College

• Psychometrics — University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

• Business Management, Sales, Public Speaking Courses

• OSHA & Safety Management, First Aid Training

• Extensive Technical Training: Bell & Gossett, James M. Pleasant, TRANE VRF, boilers, cooling towers, DOAS, dehumidification

• Estimating Software: HVAC Digital Estimating, Trimble

Employment Positions and Dates

2000-2002: Pirate Land RV Resort: Myrtle Beach. Facility Engineer

2002-2005: Thomas Htg and Clg. No longer in business. Senior Design and Sales, Residential /Commercial.

2005 –2014: VP Melton Electric. Developed the Ht. Clg. And Plumbing Division of the Company; Residential/Commercial, Sales Design, Value Engineering, Training

2014-2019: VP Mechanical Systems Technology; Residential/Commercial Htg, Clg. And Plumbing, Sales Design, Value Engineering, and Training

2019-2021: RPE Contracting No longer business: Design Build/Special Projects, Estimation, Sales and Service. Commercial applications. Budget and Value Engineering estimation, Contract Negotiations, Project Management.

2021-2024: Self Employed. Construction, HVAC/Plumbing-Electrical consultant for General Contractors -HVAC Engineers-Property management companies.

2024-2025: General Manger for local Electrical Company.

Career Focus

Seeking senior-level roles in Management, Estimation, Mechanical Design, and Sales, or other trades requiring a management/sales role, with availability for remote or hybrid work.

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