General Manager

Navigate Search; California (MO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Career advancement

Job summary

Navigate Search seeks a General Manager for multifamily construction in Orange County/Southern California. Lead regional operations, drive profitability, and oversee field and office teams to deliver safe, on‑time, high‑quality projects.

You will manage cost controls, bidding, subcontracting, and client relations to grow the business. Applicants should have extensive construction leadership experience, ability to travel up to 50%, and proficiency with Procore or similar software.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in multifamily construction preferred.
• Strong leadership and communication abilities required.
• Ability to travel up to 50% as needed.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all regional operations and administrative functions.
• Lead and develop operations, project management, and sales teams.
• Drive project profitability through cost control, estimating, purchasing, and subcontract management.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Hire, mentor, and develop employees while fostering a positive team culture.
• Review contracts, monitor project progress, and oversee billing and collections.
• Develop new client relationships within the multifamily construction market.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Project management

Communication

Customer service

Financial acumen

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Procore

Sage

NAV

MS Office

Job description

General Manager- Multifamily Construction

Full Time | Operations

Orange County / Southern California

About the Client

Our client is an established commercial construction and facility services firm with more than 45 years of experience delivering construction, renovation, and building maintenance solutions throughout California and beyond. They partner with construction managers, property managers, and building owners across a wide range of commercial and multifamily projects, earning a reputation for quality workmanship, responsive service, and long-term client relationships.

The company fosters a collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on professional development, operational excellence, and promoting from within.

Position Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead regional operations, drive profitability, and oversee both field and office teams. This leadership role is responsible for operational performance, customer satisfaction, financial results, business development, and team growth while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all regional operations and administrative functions
• Lead and develop operations, project management, and sales teams
• Drive project profitability through effective cost control, estimating, purchasing, subcontract management, and invoicing
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to quality standards
• Hire, mentor, and develop employees while fostering a positive team culture
• Support sales and operations by resolving complex project, contract, and customer issues
• Assign projects and balance workloads across teams
• Review and approve vendor and subcontractor qualifications and performance
• Partner with regional and national sales teams to drive business growth
• Develop new client relationships within the multifamily construction market
• Maintain strong relationships with existing clients through regular communication
• Review contracts, monitor project progress, and oversee billing and collections
• Investigate and resolve client concerns promptly and professionally
• Review weekly operational and sales performance reports

Qualifications

• Construction industry experience required; multifamily construction experience strongly preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to travel up to 50% as needed
• Experience with Procore, Sage, NAV, or similar construction management software preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills
• Excellent customer service and relationship management abilities
• Proven ability to make sound business decisions and solve complex operational challenges
• Experience managing multiple teams, projects, and client relationships in a fast‑paced construction environment

Why Join?

• Competitive salary of $150,000–$200,000
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Strong opportunities for career advancement