General Manager, Paint Operations

Let's Pave•Lombard, IL

just now•$150,000 - $175,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a General Manager for the Exterior Commercial Let’s Paint division to be responsible for leading the launch, growth, and day-to-day operations. This individual will have full operational ownership of the division, with responsibility for helping to build a scalable subcontractor network, overseeing project management and execution and driving profitable growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or combination work experience and education.
Commercial painting experience, preferably in a leadership role, with familiarity with complementary exterior services such as waterproofing, caulking/sealants, façade restoration, pressure washing, masonry coatings.
Experience building and managing subcontractor/vendor networks.
Strong understanding of estimating, job costing, gross margin management, and project financial performance.
Experience leading project managers, field teams, subcontractors, or other operational personnel.
Passion for building culture, engagement, and sustaining success.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to listen and effectively verbalize and implement ideas. Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
Ambitious and self-motivated. Balancing the ability to work independently, be highly organized and detail oriented, while also actively participating and leading in a team-based environment.

Responsibilities

Lead the operational rollout and ongoing development of the exterior commercial painting division.
Develop and implement processes, SOPs, standards, and best practices to support scalable national growth.
Complete P&L responsibility for the Let’s Paint business unit.
Set and amend strategic direction as needed while leading necessary business planning.
Develop, track, and report against divisional performance measurements – KPIs and OKRs.
Responsible for all Let’s Paint personnel; hire, train, guide, direct, review, and hold accountable.
Provide regular progress updates and strategic direction, share greatest challenges and successes.
Source, develop, and enhance relationships.
Represent the business unit and company both internally and externally.
Subject matter expert, familiarity with industry best practices, and adhere to all federal, state, and local business laws and regulations and company policies.