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Job description
General Manager – Regional Roofing Operations
Location: Central Coast, California (Paso Robles / San Luis Obispo Area)
Position Type: Full-Time | Executive Leadership
Reports To: Executive Leadership
Position Overview
An established and growing roofing contractor is seeking an experienced General Manager to lead the launch and growth of a new regional branch serving California's Central Coast. This is an entrepreneurial leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys building a business, developing a strong local team, and driving profitable growth. The General Manager will oversee all aspects of the operation, including business development, estimating, project operations, financial performance, and team leadership. The successful candidate will have extensive roofing industry experience, strong business development skills, and a proven ability to manage branch operations while delivering exceptional customer service and financial results.
Key Responsibilities
Business Development & Sales
Develop and grow the local commercial and residential roofing market.
Build lasting relationships with property managers, general contractors, developers, facility managers, and building owners.
Generate new business through networking, referrals, industry associations, and strategic sales efforts.
Represent the company professionally within the local business community.
Estimating & Preconstruction
Prepare accurate roofing estimates and proposals for commercial and residential projects.
Review plans, specifications, and perform material takeoffs.
Develop competitive pricing while protecting company profit margins.
Present proposals, negotiate contracts, and successfully close projects.
Financial Management
Assume full responsibility for branch financial performance.
Manage budgets, overhead, profitability, and overall operational efficiency.
Monitor project billing, collections, cash flow, and financial reporting.
Track key performance indicators and implement strategies to improve branch performance.
Operations Leadership
Lead daily branch operations and ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and to quality standards.
Supervise Project Managers, Superintendents, field personnel, subcontractors, and office staff.
Coordinate labor planning, scheduling, equipment, and material resources.
Develop and mentor team members while creating a positive, accountable culture.
Maintain compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety standards, and applicable state and local regulations.
Qualifications
5+ years of leadership experience within the commercial and/or residential roofing industry.
Previous experience managing branch operations, business units, or multiple departments.
Strong background in roofing estimating, sales, and project management.
Demonstrated success growing revenue while maintaining healthy profit margins.
Solid understanding of construction accounting, budgeting, project financials, and cash flow management.
Working knowledge of low-slope and steep-slope roofing systems, waterproofing, and applicable building codes.
Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
Self-motivated professional capable of operating with a high degree of autonomy.
Valid driver's license and willingness to travel locally as needed.
Preferred Experience
Commercial roofing
Multi-family roofing
Industrial roofing
New construction and re-roof projects
Public sector or institutional work
Branch startup or expansion experience
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation
Competitive base salary
Performance-based bonus and incentive program
On-Target Earnings (OTE): $200,000–$250,000+
Benefits
Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
Fuel card
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid vacation and holidays
Executive-level career growth opportunity
Why This Opportunity?
This is an outstanding opportunity for a proven roofing leader who wants to build and grow a regional operation with the support of an established organization. The General Manager will have significant autonomy, direct influence over the branch's success, and the ability to earn executive-level compensation based on performance.
If this sounds like the right opportunity or to learn more, please send your resume in strict confidence to: or call me direct: (ext 768).
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Worksite address
paso robles, CA, 93447, US
Who can apply
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