Growing company seeks a leader to manage daily operations, performance, safety, customer satisfaction, and team leadership. This role plays a critical part in implementing strategic initiatives, leading operational processes, and driving long-term business growth in alignment with the company’s mission to be the most trusted contractor in California. The GM will also serve as a key liaison between the branch and corporate leadership, supporting consistency across all branches.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Directly supervise all branch staff, including administrative, technical, and field operations personnel
Responsible for hiring, training, coaching, performance evaluations, and team development
Ensure adherence to safety, compliance, and operational protocols across the branch

Duties/Responsibilities:

Operational Oversight: Lead all day-to-day operations, including safety, logistics, and field execution; implement EOS processes such as L10s, scorecards, and issue tracking; drive process improvements; own branch P&L with responsibility for budgeting, forecasting, and EBITDA targets; collaborate with finance on financial reporting and job costing; support cost control, pricing, and margin initiatives.
Business Development: Drive sales efforts utilizing CRM, manage key accounts, and pursue regional outreach; improve customer presentations and proposals; identify and pursue new growth opportunities in municipal, industrial, and agricultural sectors.
Strategic Initiatives: Partner on acquisition screening and integration; support launching new branches; formalize vendor and subcontractor partnerships.
Leadership & Team Development: Promote career growth through training; mentor future leaders; foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability; represent the company at industry events and community initiatives; coordinate with internal teams; perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Minimum 10 years of leadership experience in pump and well systems, water infrastructure, or technical services
Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience
Success in leading teams in safety-critical environments
Strong financial, forecasting, and KPI skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and operational software (CRM, ERP)
Excellent communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
Servant-leader mindset and commitment to team development

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with EOS implementation or leadership
Experience scaling operations or managing multiple locations
Involvement in M&A or regional expansion
Knowledge of water utility and agricultural clients in California

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Sales

Industries

Water, Waste, Steam, and Air Conditioning Services; Pipeline Transportation; Agriculture; Construction; Mining Machinery Manufacturing

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