General Manager, Paint Operations
About the role
We are seeking a General Manager to lead the launch, growth, and day-to-day operations of the Exterior Commercial Let’s Paint division. This individual will have full operational ownership of the division, including responsibility for building a scalable subcontractor network, overseeing project management and execution, and driving profitable growth.
Responsibilities
- Lead the operational rollout and ongoing development of the exterior commercial painting division.
- Develop and implement processes, SOPs, standards, and best practices to support scalable national growth.
- Complete P&L responsibility for the Let’s Paint business unit.
- Set and amend strategic direction as needed while leading necessary business planning.
- Develop, track, and report against divisional performance measurements – KPIs and OKRs.
- Responsible for all Let’s Paint personnel; hire, train, guide, direct, review, and hold accountable.
- Provide regular progress updates and strategic direction, sharing greatest challenges and successes.
- Source, develop, and enhance relationships with subcontractors, vendors, and partners.
- Represent the business unit and company both internally and externally.
- Serve as a subject matter expert, ensuring familiarity with industry best practices and adherence to all federal, state, and local business laws, regulations, and company policies.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or a combination of work experience and education.
- Commercial painting experience, preferably in a leadership role, with familiarity with complementary exterior services such as waterproofing, caulking/sealants, façade restoration, pressure washing, and masonry coatings.
- Experience building and managing subcontractor/vendor networks.
- Strong understanding of estimating, job costing, gross margin management, and project financial performance.
- Experience leading project managers, field teams, subcontractors, or other operational personnel.
- Passion for building culture, engagement, and sustaining success.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to listen and effectively verbalize and implement ideas.
- Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Ambitious, self-motivated, highly organized, and detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently while actively participating and leading in a team-based environment.
Schedule
This is a full-time position with a typical workweek of 40 or more hours, with additional hours as needed to support business operations. This role requires up to 35% travel. Employees may be eligible to participate in a hybrid work environment with a proven track record.
Pay
The expected salary range for this position is $150,000–$175,000 annually. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, role-related knowledge and skills, relevant education or training, geographic location, and other job-related factors. The compensation package may also include incentive opportunities in the form of a discretionary bonus or commissions.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Company-covered life insurance with optional buy-up for additional coverage.
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Unlimited paid time off (PTO) starting day one of employment.
- Hybrid work environment.
- Employee growth and development program to support career advancement.