Construction/General Manager

Are you a hands-on, strategic leader with a deep understanding of construction operations and a knack for mentoring high-performing teams? We’re looking for a General Manager to take charge of a residential electrical company based in the Lexington area in a growing construction services environment.

This role combines operations leadership, employee management, and client relationship oversight—with a strong focus on efficiency, profitability, and team development.

What You’ll Do:

• Set and implement strategic goals across the branch, aligning people, processes, and projects
• Oversee residential electrical work (track homes/production housing), including electricians and support staff
• Recruit, train, and mentor employees—including Construction Managers and field staff
• Lead project estimating, subcontractor supervision, material oversight, and budget management
• Collaborate with executive leadership on operational improvement, budgeting, and process development
• Serve as the key liaison with clients to ensure satisfaction, timely delivery, and service excellence
• Maintain high standards in safety, compliance, and quality control across all operations
• Coordinate job assignments across trades (electricians, carpenters, plumbers, etc.)
• Contribute to financial planning, forecasting, and overall profitability tracking
• Drive staff meetings, provide leadership development, and model accountability and integrity

What We’re Looking For:

• 5 years in construction management (residential experience a plus)
• 3 years in people leadership, with budgeting and operational oversight
• Experience with basic accounting, estimating, and forecasting
• Proven success in mentoring and developing teams
• Strong client-facing and communication skills—must be comfortable managing expectations
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent field experience)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general business systems
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and a driving record that meets insurance approval
• Local candidates preferred
• Occasional in-state travel required (SC only)
• Must be authorized to work in the US for any employer without work visa sponsorship.

Additional Perks:

• Bonus potential tied to performance
• Some flexibility to work occasionally from home
• Be a central part of a growing, values-driven team
• Lead meaningful work that impacts families and communities

If you're a confident leader with an eye for operations, a head for business, and a heart for mentoring others—we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to shape the future of our branch and the success of our clients.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Compensation Package:

• Bonus opportunities

Schedule:

• Day shift

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person

Salary : $100,000 - $130,000