General Contractor

Zohorecruit; New London (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision coverage

PTO & Holidays

Retirement plan options

Job summary

Monty’s Handyman Services is seeking a General Manager / General Contractor to lead the New London operation. This on-site role oversees daily field work, manages crews and subcontractors, and ensures projects stay on time and within budget.

You will drive licensing, compliance, and customer-focused service. Ideal candidates have 3+ years in residential construction leadership, strong cost-awareness, and comfort with field tech and CRM tools.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in project management, estimating, and leadership within residential construction or trades.
• Strong understanding of gross margins, job costing, and operational profitability.
• Punctuality, proactive communication, and reliability.
• Familiarity with mobile tech and scheduling/CRM software.
• Must pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily field operations and oversee job sites.
• Prepare on-site estimates and present itemized quotes.
• Manage timelines, procurement, and labor allocation to hit budgets.
• Ensure compliance with local codes and safety regulations.
• Provide a high-touch, 5-star client experience.

Skills

Project management

Estimating

Leadership

CRM management

Tools

Scheduling software

CRM systems

Job description

New London, United States | Posted on 09/30/2026

Job Description: General Manager / General Contractor (GM/GC)

Location: New London, Connecticut (On-site / Field Ops)

Position Type: Full-Time (40–45 hours/week)

About Monty’s Handyman Services

Monty’s Handyman Services (a ResiBrands franchise) is flipping the script on the home services industry. We are a fast-growing, premium home care and renovation brand built around quality craftsmanship, proactive customer care, and white-glove hospitality. From small home repairs and our signature subscription-based home maintenance programs to high-end bathroom/kitchen remodels, decks, and custom home updates, we deliver exceptional service, punctuality, and trust to our local community.

Position Overview

We are seeking a high-integrity, growth-minded General Manager / General Contractor (GM/GC) to lead and scale our New London operations.

In this dual role, you will be the operational backbone and legal qualifier for our business in Florida. You will oversee daily operations, manage project schedules, conduct on-site estimations, and manage both internal W-2 craftsmen and vetted subcontractors. If you are a licensed GC with strong business acumen, superior customer service standards, and a passion for building high-performing teams, this is your opportunity to lead a premium trade operation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Business Licensing & Compliance

Serve as the primary General Contractor .

Ensure all job sites, field operations, and subcontractor projects strictly comply with local building codes, safety regulations, and state requirements.

2. Field Leadership & Project Management

Oversee day-to-day field execution across home repairs, membership care visits, and major remodeling projects.

Scope, estimate, and present clear, itemized quotes to prospective clients on-site.

Manage project timelines, calendar schedules, material procurement, and labor allocation to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.

Oversee and quality-check the work of W-2 craftsmen and specialized subcontractors.

3. Business Acumen & Operations

Manage gross margins, job profitability, labor ratios, and project costs.

Utilize tech tools and software for estimation, scheduling, dispatching, and customer communications.

Maintain high organizational standards across project calendars, material orders, and client updates.

4. Customer Experience & Brand Hospitality

Deliver a 5-star, white-glove client experience driven by courtesy, active listening, and clear communication.

Walk job sites with homeowners, address unexpected discoveries promptly, and perform final quality walkthroughs.

Represent the core Monty’s values: show up on time, communicate clearly, and leave the home cleaner than you found it .

Qualifications

Experience: 3+ years of experience in project management, estimating, and leadership within residential construction, remodeling, or trades.

Financial Literacy: Strong understanding of gross margins, job costing, and operational profitability.

Punctuality & Communication: Absolute commitment to timeliness, clear proactive communication, and zero no-shows.

Technology Proficiency: Comfortable adopting mobile tech and software for scheduling, quotes, and CRM management.

Background Requirements: Must possess a clean driving record and successfully pass a comprehensive background check.

Base Salary: $65,000 – $68,000 / year (depending on experience)

Commission & Bonus Incentive Structure

• Self-Generated GC Leads (SGL): 8% – 10% gross commission on self-generated GC sales (excluded from standard tier calculations).
• Vehicle Allowance: $500/month car stipend or access to a company vehicle.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision coverage (or a $500/month healthcare stipend option)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays
• Retirement plan options in development.