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General Manager – Commercial HVAC Service
Locations: Chantilly, VA, Gaithersburg, MD and Charlottesville, VA
Our client, a leading provider of commercial building services, is seeking an experienced General Manager to oversee the financial performance, operational success, and team leadership of its commercial HVAC service division. This high-impact role offers the opportunity to shape strategy, lead large teams, and drive growth across key markets.
Why Join Our Client?
- Up to $190K base generous bonus
- Leadership role with high visibility and decision-making authority
- Collaborative, growth-driven team culture
- Opportunity to lead large-scale service teams across commercial and industrial facilities
- Strong support for professional development and internal advancement
What You’ll Do:
- Lead business operations, staffing, and financial performance across the Building Services unit
- Develop and execute strategic plans, annual budgets, and capital expenditures
- Oversee project planning, resource allocation, and service execution across HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems
- Drive efficiency, safety, and quality control across field operations
- Manage and mentor managers and supervisors to support service excellence and customer satisfaction
- Proactively address customer issues, pricing strategies, and contract growth opportunities
- Lead recruitment, onboarding, and training strategies in collaboration with the Talent Acquisition team
- Drive career development, team engagement, and internal training programs
What You’ll Bring:
- 10 years in building services, facilities maintenance, or hvac project-based service management (mechanical/electrical/plumbing)
- Strong leadership background with experience managing operational teams and budgets
- Solid understanding of building systems, lifecycle cost management, and service-level KPIs
- Working knowledge of safety regulations and industry compliance (OSHA, NFPA, ASHRAE, etc.)
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or related field preferred (or 15 years of equivalent experience)
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and business management tools
Additional Info:
- Schedule: Monday–Friday (occasional evenings/weekends based on project needs)
- Travel: Local/regional as needed (valid driver’s license required)
- Work Location: In-office
Salary : $160,000 - $190,000
