General Manager - Construction Division
About The Position
The General Manager – Construction Division provides strategic and operational leadership for all construction-related activities within the organization. This executive-level role has full accountability for financial performance, project execution, team leadership, and customer satisfaction. The General Manager will lead a high-performing construction team while maintaining a hands-on leadership presence across operations. This individual will balance day-to-day execution with long-term planning—driving profitability, operational excellence, and sustainable growth while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and to the highest quality standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred
- 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in construction operations
- Proven experience leading a construction division or large business unit with full financial accountability
- Background in specialty construction, luxury residential, commercial, or complex project environments preferred
- Relevant construction or project management certifications (e.g., PMP, CCM) preferred
- Experience managing large-scale, high-value, and complex construction projects
- Multi-project oversight across multiple job sites
- Strong financial acumen with demonstrated P&L ownership
- Deep understanding of construction scheduling, risk management, and quality control
- Based in or willing to relocate to the Cincinnati, OH area
- Ability to travel locally to job sites as required
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred
- Background in specialty construction, luxury residential, commercial, or complex project environments preferred
- Relevant construction or project management certifications (e.g., PMP, CCM) preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide overall leadership and direction for the construction division, including operations, project management, and field execution
- Own P&L performance, budgeting, forecasting, and margin improvement initiatives
- Lead, develop, and retain a high-performing team of project managers, superintendents, and field personnel
- Establish and optimize construction processes, systems, and performance metrics
- Ensure consistent delivery of complex, high-end projects that meet quality, schedule, and cost objectives
- Partner with ownership and senior leadership to develop and execute strategic growth plans
- Maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and vendors
- Champion safety, accountability, and a culture of excellence across all job sites
Benefits
- Competitive base salary: $175,000–$200,000
- Performance-based incentive opportunities
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement plan options
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Executive-level autonomy with direct impact on company growth
- Opportunity to lead a respected and growing construction organization
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
