General Manager-Asphalt and Paving
About The Position
The company is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead and oversee all operational, financial, and strategic aspects of the organization. Reporting to executive leadership/ownership, the General Manager will have full P&L responsibility and will play a critical role in driving growth, operational excellence, and team development. This is a senior leadership opportunity for a proven heavy civil executive with deep asphalt paving experience who can balance day-to-day execution with long-term strategy. The role requires strong leadership across operations, estimating, project management, safety, and business development within the Southern California market.
Requirements
- Minimum 10+ years of experience in heavy civil and/or asphalt paving construction
- Prior experience in a senior leadership role (General Manager, Operations Manager, Senior Project Executive, or similar) strongly preferred
- Degree negotiable; ideal background in Civil Engineering, Construction Management , or related field
- Asphalt paving projects
- Typical project sizes ranging from $1M–$20M
- Strong preference for experience in Southern California markets
Responsibilities
- Full responsibility for company performance, including P&L, operations, and strategic planning
- Leadership and development of project management, operations, estimating, and field teams
- Oversight of asphalt paving projects ranging from $1M–$20M
- Driving operational efficiency, schedule adherence, quality, and safety performance
- Managing relationships with public agencies, private clients, vendors, and subcontractors
- Supporting business development efforts and maintaining backlog health
- Ensuring compliance with all safety, regulatory, and contractual requirements
Benefits
- Base salary up to $250,000 , with flexibility for an exceptional candidate
- Potential for additional compensation for a “special” hire
- Comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- Retirement plan options
- Vehicle allowance and/or other executive-level perks (as applicable)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
