General Manager (MEP)

About the role

We are seeking a General Manager to serve as the senior-most leader of a well-established HVAC business within a growing private equity-backed platform. This leader will be responsible for evaluating the organization's current state, developing a clear operational strategy, and implementing the people, processes, and systems necessary to improve performance and support future growth.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the senior-most leader of the operating company, providing overall direction, leadership, and accountability for business performance
• Develop and execute the strategic and operational plan for the business, ensuring alignment with broader organizational objectives
• Evaluate leadership capabilities, organizational structure, and team effectiveness
• Build a culture focused on operational excellence, ownership, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Partner with leadership to identify opportunities for improved efficiency, margin enhancement, and sustainable growth
• Maintain ownership and accountability for overall business performance
• Implement processes, tools, and performance metrics that improve visibility and decision-making
• Create scalable processes that support future growth and operational maturity
• Lead the business through its next phase of operational development and growth
• Build the organizational infrastructure required to support long-term scalability
• Drive change management initiatives while maintaining employee engagement and operational continuity
• Identify opportunities to strengthen the business, improve execution, and create long-term value

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience within HVAC, mechanical contracting, construction services, MEP services, building services, or related industries
• Prior experience as a General Manager, Director of Operations, Business Unit Leader, Regional Leader, Vice President, or similar senior leadership role
• Demonstrated success leading organizational change, operational improvement, business transformation, or turnaround initiatives
• Strong understanding of service operations, installation operations, project execution, and field leadership
• Proven ability to build teams, develop leaders, and create accountability
• Financial acumen with experience managing business performance, operational metrics, and profitability
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
• Strong communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills