General Manager

Strativ Group; North Carolina; On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-scaling environmental testing company in the United States is seeking a senior operations leader to oversee a seven-site laboratory network. This pivotal role involves driving operational performance, standardizing processes, and shaping the culture across multiple locations. Candidates must have a proven record of leadership in technical or lab-based services, alongside experience in P&L and team building. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact within a growing organization.

Qualifications

• Proven multi-site leadership experience in technical or lab-based services.
• Strong track record in P&L and operational performance management.
• A passion for building teams and embedding best practices across networks.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership across multiple laboratory sites.
• Standardize processes, implement best practices, and drive continuous improvement.
• Scale systems to support growth and performance metrics.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align on vision and execution.

Skills

Multi-site leadership

P&L management

Team building

Operational excellence

Job description

Overview

We’re working with a fast-scaling environmental testing company to appoint a senior operations leader who will oversee a seven-site laboratory network. This is a high-impact role with the chance to shape systems, culture, and performance across a growing national platform.

Role at a glance

• Oversight of 7 laboratory sites and 250+ professionals
• Broad technical scope: air, water, and soil testing
• Drive operational performance, standardize processes, and scale systems
• Backed by strong investment and executive sponsorship

Why this opportunity?

This is your chance to lead at scale — influencing culture, aligning multi-site operations, and driving growth in a sector that truly matters. With momentum and resources behind you, you’ll have the platform to build high-performing teams and deliver measurable impact.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership across multiple laboratory sites
• Standardize processes, implement best practices, and drive continuous improvement
• Scale systems to support growth and performance metrics
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align on vision and execution

Qualifications

• Proven multi-site leadership experience in technical or lab-based services
• Strong track record in P&L and operational performance management
• A passion for building teams and embedding best practices across networks

Employment details

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: General Business and Management