GM - Long Island

Job Description

Job Description

General Manager – Skilled Trades

Location : Long Island, NY (In-Person, Daily Presence Expected)

Compensation : $150K–$170K base + Bonus Potential (OTE $180K–$250K)

Reports to : Regional Vice President

Type : Full-time | High-Ownership | Market Expansion Role

Sector : Skilled Trades / Residential Services

About The Company

The company is a private equity-backed platform rapidly scaling across the U.S. residential services market through a strong blend of organic growth and M&A. The firm has grown into the billions in enterprise value. This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-impact GM role at one of the most profitable branches in the entire portfolio—positioned to double in size.

The Opportunity

This is not a figurehead leadership role. You'll be given full operational ownership of a $20M+ business with direct control over revenue drivers, P&L, team development, and culture. The next 24–36 months will involve significant M&A, talent development, and service expansion—this is your chance to make a tangible impact on hundreds of lives, while accelerating your leadership track toward broader regional or executive opportunities.

Own full P&L and operational results for a top-tier branch

Lead a 60-person team across sales, field operations, and customer service

Build a best-in-class service culture focused on employee retention and customer satisfaction

Develop new leaders and scale systems to support rapid revenue growth

Represent the brand in the community and build high-impact partnerships

Drive performance through metrics, accountability, and purpose-driven leadership

What You'll Do

Leadership & Culture

Inspire and manage a team of 60+ including 4 direct reports

Build a performance-driven, blue-collar-positive culture with high eNPS

Lead from the front with charisma, grit, and a service-oriented mindset

Create career paths and mentorship structures to retain top talent

Operational Excellence

Track and improve KPIs : revenue, close rate, average ticket, retention, and NPS

Implement training programs that drive 5-star service and field execution

Leverage tools like Excel, PowerPoint, and ServiceTitan to monitor operations

Strategic Growth

Lead M&A integrations and prepare the business for doubling revenue

Own strategic initiatives that expand service offerings and geographic footprint

Manage business levers directly—no red tape between you and impact

You'd Be a Great Fit If You Have :

Prior leadership experience in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment

Experience managing a P&L (or strong financial acumen and desire to own one)

Deep respect for the skilled trades or a desire to serve that community

Strong communication, critical thinking, and organizational ability

A natural ability to inspire “followership” and build teams people want to be on

Backgrounds we love : Veterans (especially officers or small-unit leaders), D1 athletes, consultants, or operational leaders from companies with $15M+ P&Ls

Bonus Points For :

MBA or finance background (undergrad or professional experience)

Exposure to trade services, or blue-collar industries

Previous experience in private equity-backed or roll-up business models

Why Join Us

Operate one of the highest-performing branches in the entire portfolio

Gain marketable experience owning a full P&L in a $20M+ business

Work daily with a high-integrity, growth-minded regional VP

Be part of a company helping uplift America's middle class through quality jobs

Enjoy high autonomy, a performance-based culture, and the ability to make a real difference

Relocation assistance up to $20K available. Unlimited PTO.

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