General Manager / Integrator - Construction

General Manager / Integrator

Washington, D.C. | Full-Time | On-Site

About Blue Star

Blue Star Builders is a premier D.C.-based residential builder known for its craftsmanship, reliability, and leadership in custom home construction. We deliver projects that reflect thoughtful planning, exceptional quality, and client trust. As we continue to grow, we're looking for a General Manager / Integrator - a builder, planner, and operator who can translate vision into disciplined execution across every part of the business.

Learn more at: https://bluestardesignbuild.com/

The Opportunity

The General Manager / Integrator is the owner's operational counterpart - responsible for aligning people, process, and performance. You'll oversee construction operations, financial health, and organizational planning, ensuring that the company runs smoothly and efficiently.

This is a role for someone who thrives on structure, clarity, and results - the kind of leader who keeps the trains running on time while still inspiring a team to raise the bar every day.

What You'll Do

• Lead daily operations - oversee all construction, estimating, scheduling, and administrative activities with a focus on excellence and accountability.
• Turn plans into action - take company goals and translate them into measurable objectives and operating systems that get results.
• Manage performance - maintain visibility into budgets, schedules, and team productivity; identify risks early and keep projects on track.
• Align teams - ensure estimating, design, production, and field operations work together under a unified plan.
• Build process - refine and standardize procedures for pre-construction, handoffs, job site management, and client updates.
• Develop people - mentor project managers, superintendents, and staff to think critically, plan proactively, and lead confidently.
• Oversee financials - manage company P&L, job cost reports, cash flow, and forecasting; partner with ownership on strategic growth.
• Model professionalism - bring steady leadership, emotional control, and clear communication to every meeting and job site.

What You Bring

• 8-10 years of leadership in residential construction, ideally within a design-build or custom home environment.
• Strong background in construction operations, budgeting, and scheduling.
• Proven success building and managing teams with accountability and clarity.
• Financial acumen - confident reading reports, tracking KPIs, and improving margins.
• Calm, pragmatic leadership style - professional under pressure, solutions-focused, and emotionally steady.
• Track record of implementing systems and processes that improve efficiency and communication.
• Bachelor's degree in construction management, business, or related field preferred.

Why Join Blue Star

• Executive-level role with full operational responsibility and input on strategic direction.
• Opportunity to build structure, strengthen culture, and drive growth.
• Competitive base salary with performance incentives.
• Company committed to craftsmanship, professionalism, and continuous improvement.