General Manager - Mechanical Contractor

Summa Mechanical Contractors; Sunrise (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mechanical contracting company is seeking a strategic General Manager to oversee operations, financial management, and team leadership. This hands-on role involves driving growth across construction, service, and fabrication divisions, ensuring efficiency and quality. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in mechanical contracting and a strong educational background in relevant fields.

Benefits

Performance-based bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

PTO and paid holidays

Qualifications

• 7+ years of leadership experience in mechanical contracting, including HVAC construction and service.
• Strong understanding of ductwork manufacturing and commercial HVAC systems.
• Proven track record in managing multi-division operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations across construction projects and service calls.
• Manage department budgets and P&L, tracking profitability.
• Lead and mentor departmental managers.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration

Tools

Project management tools

Estimating software

ERP systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and strategic General Manager to lead and scale our mechanical contracting company. The ideal candidate will oversee the operations of our Construction Division, Service Department, and in-house ductwork fabrication plant, ensuring efficiency, profitability, and quality as the company grows. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for aligning teams, improving workflows, and driving sustainable growth across all divisions.

Key Responsibilities Operations Management

• Oversee day-to-day operations across construction projects, service calls, and the sheet metal ductwork plant
• Ensure project delivery on time, within scope, and budget, while maintaining quality standards
• Implement process improvements and workflow optimization across departments
• Coordinate scheduling, resource allocation, and labor management for field teams and fabrication shop

Financial & Strategic Leadership

• Manage department budgets and P&L, tracking profitability across service, construction, and fabrication
• Set and achieve financial targets, margin goals, and KPIs
• Collaborate with ownership on strategic planning and business expansion initiatives
• Evaluate and implement cost control measures and vendor efficiency

Team & Culture

• Lead and mentor departmental managers (project management, service coordination, fabrication shop foreman)
• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement
• Support hiring, onboarding, and training strategies for field and office personnel

Customer & Partner Relations

• Maintain strong relationships with GCs, vendors, and key clients
• Represent the company in industry organizations, trade shows, and networking opportunities
• Ensure quality service and customer satisfaction across all channels

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field (preferred)
• 7+ years of leadership experience in mechanical contracting, including HVAC construction and service
• Strong understanding of ductwork manufacturing, commercial HVAC systems, and construction processes
• Proven track record in managing multi-division operations and driving business growth
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Proficiency in project management tools, estimating software, and ERP systems

Compensation & Benefits

• Performance-based bonuses tied to operational KPIs and growth
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• PTO and paid holidays.
• Opportunity to lead strategic growth in a well-established but rapidly evolving company