Job Description

Chief Operating Officer – Commercial General Contractor:

G&E Partners are working with a well-established and fast-growing Northeast-based Commercial General Contractor in their search for a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead enterprise operations and drive strategic performance across the business.

About the Company:

Our client is a privately held, mid-sized General Contractor with over 50 years of construction excellence across the commercial, healthcare, life sciences, institutional, and residential sectors. Known for their client-first mindset and integrated construction approach , they are consistently recognized for delivering high-quality projects across the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions.

As they continue to scale, they are seeking a dynamic and experienced COO to oversee day-to-day operations and partner closely with the CEO to refine systems, elevate operational efficiency, and support long-term strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead company-wide operations, ensuring alignment between project delivery, preconstruction, business development, and support services.
• Collaborate with the CEO and executive team to shape and execute the organization’s strategic vision.
• Establish and monitor KPIs across divisions to drive performance, improve productivity, and ensure project excellence.
• Support and mentor regional leaders, project executives, and field operations to ensure consistency in delivery and execution.
• Oversee talent development initiatives and workforce planning across all departments.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and collaboration across all business functions.
• Drive accountability around safety, quality, client satisfaction, and financial performance.
• Evaluate and implement process improvements to support scalability and operational growth.

Qualifications:

• 15+ years of progressive experience in commercial construction operations, with a track record of leading teams at a senior/executive level.
• Proven ability to manage organizational change and implement scalable systems and processes.
• Experience overseeing complex commercial projects ranging from $50M–$500M+.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of P&L management, risk, and growth strategy.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field required; MBA or executive training preferred.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive base salary with performance-based executive bonus.
• Long-term incentive plan and potential equity opportunities.
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Executive vehicle allowance.
• Generous PTO.

If you’re an experienced construction executive ready to make a high-level impact and help steer the operational direction of a growing organization, please apply with your resume for a confidential discussion.

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