General Manager

NearU, and Affiliate Regional HVAC Branches•Charlottesville, VA

14d•$120,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

Robertson Electric, a NearU Company is looking for an experienced General Manager to lead our Charlottesville, VA market. This is more than a branch leadership role—it's an opportunity to own the success of a growing business while developing people, improving operations, and delivering outstanding service to customers every day. NearU is a people-first, process-driven, and technology-enabled home services platform dedicated to transforming the customer and employee experience. Across our family of brands, we invest in our people, embrace innovation, and continuously improve the way we serve our customers. We believe great businesses are built by great leaders—and we give our leaders the tools, support, and autonomy to succeed.

Requirements

Minimum 8 years of progressive leadership experience in a fast-paced service organization
Proven success managing P&L performance and growing revenue
Strong operational leadership with demonstrated business acumen
Experience leading multiple departments and developing high-performing teams
Excellent analytical, organizational, and financial management skills
Outstanding communication and relationship-building abilities
Executive presence with a hands-on leadership style
Ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-moving environment

Nice To Haves

Home services, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or related industry experience preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as the operational leader of the Charlottesville branch, responsible for driving financial performance, developing talent, and ensuring every customer receives an exceptional experience.
Oversee every aspect of branch operations while creating a culture built on accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Own the branch P&L, driving revenue growth, profitability, and EBITDA performance.
Develop and execute strategic business plans that support both short-term objectives and long-term growth.
Monitor key operational and financial metrics to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Identify opportunities to increase market share, productivity, and operational excellence.
Lead change initiatives that improve processes and scalability.
Stay informed on market trends and competitive activity to position the business for continued success.
Prepare budgets, forecasts, and financial reports.
Analyze business performance and proactively address operational opportunities.
Manage expenses while maximizing profitability and sustainable growth.
Utilize data to make informed business decisions.
Recruit, coach, mentor, and retain exceptional talent.
Develop future leaders through consistent coaching and accountability.
Foster a culture centered on teamwork, communication, ownership, and continuous improvement.
Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive.
Lead by example while reinforcing NearU's mission, values, and customer-first philosophy.
Partner closely with Marketing, Finance, Human Resources, Operations, and other business leaders.
Share best practices across NearU's growing network of brands.
Support regional initiatives and collaborate with other markets as business needs evolve.