General Manager of Construction

Innovative Engineering Systems, Inc. • Bakersfield, CA

6d • $150,000 - $175,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the General Manager of Construction has strategic, operational, and P&L accountability for the entire construction division, encompassing all Field Operations (Line and Wire divisions), Quality Control, facilities, fleet, and equipment. This executive leader is responsible for charting the division’s long-term growth, market diversification, and overall profitability. The General Manager ensures that enterprise-wide safety, regulatory compliance, and client standards are uncompromisingly executed to drive high-performance operations and maximum commercial return.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Project Management, or related field
• 10+ years’ experience in construction management or project management
• Organizational and planning skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Information gathering and monitoring skills
• Judgment and decision-making ability
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Confidentiality
• Shows concern for all aspects of the job and follows up on work outputs
• Maintains a high level of productivity and self-direction
• Long- and short-range planning
• Marketing and Sales
• Ability to recommend bonuses and Incentives
• Planning & Budgeting
• Ability to recommend establishment of general policies
• Ability to recommend Pricing Policy
• Assists with Public Relations
• Assists with Industry Contact
• Quality Assurance & Control Policy

Nice To Haves

• Renewable energy experience with a demonstrated track record of constructing solar PV and BESS systems preferred
• Experience with prevailing wage & project labor agreements preferred
• Experience working on commercial & industrial projects overseeing electrical construction

Responsibilities

• Provides high-level direction and oversight to all Project Managers and Superintendents to ensure responsibilities are being fulfilled and objectives are being met.
• Develops KPIs, defines success, and develops construction procedures, policies, and reporting to support operational objectives.
• Develops and submits reporting to the C-Suite at a high level of competence in regard to project performance, resource planning/forecasting, backlog, equipment, budgets, bids, etc.
• Oversees the project selection process in line with the company's strategic plan and annual objectives.
• Directs the estimating process to ensure quality, accuracy, and client needs are met.
• Maintains a constructive environment for the continuing development and advancement of directly supervised personnel and provides adequate safeguards for the work-related health and safety of employees. This includes ensuring that the company complies with all Federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Ensures accurate assessment of project requirements with manpower scheduling to ensure effective personnel are assigned as needed.
• Establishes and maintains a culture of excellence and employee engagement. Supports a working environment conducive to positive morale, individual style, quality, innovation, and teamwork.
• Ensures all projects are completed on schedule and on budget.
• Analyzes and evaluates construction process data for analysis, evaluation, and continuous improvement.
• Trains and ensures implementation of effective cost/waste tracking methods to provide insight to reduce cost/waste where possible.
• Regularly reviews project performance to ensure execution plans are on track.
• Provides technical expertise and leadership in assigned functional area; provides expertise for solving complex problems, as appropriate to the position and assists with, performs, or directs higher-level, complex projects.
• Establishes and maintains external client, vendor, and industry relationships, consistent with the objectives, operating philosophy, and desired image of the company.
• Ensures the maintenance, upkeep, and repair of all equipment, vehicles, and facilities owned, leased, or otherwise under the control of Agilitech.
• Maintains confidentiality on all corporate subjects so classified.
• Ensures the functions of directly reporting positions are carried out successfully and obtain satisfactory performance review ratings.
• Attends internal and external meetings as required.
• Conducts field safety engagements with members of supervision, focusing on injury prevention.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) to support work-life balance.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (employer contribution toward medical premiums).
• Supplemental Benefits Package including Life Insurance, Spouse & Child Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Health Savings Account (HSA), and Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Safe Harbor 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match.
• Professional Growth & Development through strengths-based training and career development opportunities.
• Competitive Salary Range: $150,000-$175,000 base salary plus annual bonus based on division and company performance. Final compensation will be based on experience, skills, and overall contribution to the company.
• Relocation Assistance, where applicable.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager