What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Manager – Subsurface Utility Engineering position at JARBO?
We are seeking a General Manager – Subsurface Utility Engineering to build and lead a new Pittsburgh, PA operation from the ground up. This is a high-impact role responsible for establishing market presence, securing clients, and overseeing all day-to-day field and office operations across the Pittsburgh metro and western Pennsylvania region. The General Manager will drive revenue growth through Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE), utility markout, and vacuum excavation services.
What We Offer
- Base salary of approximately $100,000, negotiable based on candidate experience
- Quarterly commission ranging from 3% to 7% of new sales revenue generated
- Health, dental, and vision insurance through Cigna
- 401(k) eligibility after a qualified waiting period
- Opportunity to build and lead a greenfield market with strong organizational backing
Key Responsibilities – General Manager – Subsurface Utility Engineering
- Build and manage all Pittsburgh field operations including crew staffing, scheduling, and daily oversight of SUE, utility markout, and vacuum excavation activities
- Drive business development by identifying new clients, cultivating municipal and private-sector relationships, and expanding service contracts within the Pittsburgh metro and western Pennsylvania region
- Own full P&L responsibility for the Pittsburgh division, including budgeting, forecasting, cost controls, and EBITDA performance
- Recruit, onboard, and develop technicians, project managers, and support staff to build a high-performing team from a standing start
- Ensure all field operations meet quality, safety, and compliance standards while coordinating with corporate leadership on growth strategy and expansion milestones
Qualifications – General Manager – Subsurface Utility Engineering
- 10 or more years of experience in underground infrastructure services, with direct knowledge of Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE), utility markout, or vacuum excavation operations
- Proven P&L leadership at a regional or divisional level, including experience building or scaling a service division
- Strong business development track record with demonstrated ability to generate new client relationships and grow recurring revenue
- Experience managing multi-crew field operations, estimating, scheduling, and QA/QC in a utility services environment
- Valid driver's license required; must be located in or willing to relocate to the Pittsburgh, PA metro area
Preferred Qualifications – SUE Division Manager / Market Leader
- Prior experience launching a new geographic market or opening a branch office for an underground services firm
- Familiarity with ASCE 38 Quality Level standards and SUE project delivery methods
- Existing relationships with municipal clients, PennDOT, or engineering firms in the Pittsburgh or western Pennsylvania region
Physical Requirements – General Manager – Subsurface Utility Engineering
- Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions typical to western Pennsylvania, including cold winters and variable terrain
- Ability to walk active construction and field work sites; occasional lifting up to 50 lbs required
- Regular local travel throughout the Pittsburgh metro and western PA; occasional travel to corporate offices required
- Full-time position; standard business hours with flexibility to support field operations as needed
Salary : $100,000