Portfolio CEO: Residential Roofing Contractor
About the role
We are looking for an experienced operator to lead a residential roofing business as CEO in partnership with American Operator. This is a rare opportunity to step into a profitable, established business with a strong reputation, referral network, and an experienced team already in place. As CEO, you'll assume full responsibility for day-to-day operations, team leadership, and P&L performance. This is not a turnaround situation, it's an opportunity to build on a solid foundation.
Responsibilities
- Grow the business with a focus on key performance metrics as you lead all day-to-day operations of the business
- Oversee and participate in the estimating and bidding process to ensure that the business is winning projects profitably
- Manage and lead the sales, production, service, and office staff with accountability
- Ensure crews deliver consistent, high quality service to every customer
- Win new accounts and expand existing ones through enhancements, local relationships, and disciplined estimating
- Partner with American Operator on strategy, budgeting, and growth planning
Requirements
- 10+ years of leadership experience with at least 4 years in residential or commercial construction
- Track record of leading and growing a home services business in a competitive industry
- Strong P&L management skills with experience managing insurance billing, collections, and cash flow
- Experience estimating commercial and/or residential roofing systems
What sets you apart
- Currently hold or can immediately obtain a roofing license in a local Colorado municipality
- Managed a subcontracted labor crew with reliable production outcomes
- Built an effective outbound sales team in the roofing industry
- Military leadership experience
Pay
Base salary: $140,000, plus 20% performance-based bonus opportunities, distributions, and meaningful equity participation beginning at 10% ownership, with the potential to increase based on performance. Total compensation varies by portfolio company, individual performance, and deal structure, and includes a comprehensive benefits package (Health, vision, dental).
Schedule
The exact location of this business will be revealed during the interview process.
Benefits
A comprehensive benefits package (Health, vision, dental).