General Manager - HVAC / Heat Pump Division

The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.

• The Opportunity : Build and Lead a Premier Clean Energy Division

For the entrepreneurial construction leader who has mastered running a profitable trade business and is looking for their next major challenge, this is your opportunity to build a division from the ground up. We are seeking a General Manager to take full ownership of our new HVAC / Heat Pump Division, with the autonomy, resources, and executive backing to create a regional leader in clean heating and cooling. This is more than a management role; it's a legacy-building opportunity to shape the future of sustainable home comfort in the Northeast and reap the financial rewards of your success.

• Key Responsibilities :
• Full P&L Ownership :
• Manage the division's budget, financial performance, and job costing to ensure profitability and sustainable growth.
• Sales & Business Development :
• Develop and execute a sales strategy to grow market share in the residential and commercial HVAC and heat pump sector.
• Team Leadership & Management :
• Recruit, train, and manage all divisional staff, including installers, technicians, and sales personnel, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and high performance.
• Operational Excellence :
• Oversee the planning, scheduling, and execution of all HVAC and heat pump projects from conception to completion.
• Hands-On Field Work :
• Perform on-site fieldwork as needed, including the technical commissioning of air source heat pumps to ensure optimal system performance and client satisfaction.
• Process Optimization :
• Develop and refine internal workflows, construction standards, and operational procedures to maximize efficiency as the division scales.
• Your Impact : What Success Looks Like in the First 12 Months
• You will have developed and begun executing the strategic business plan for the division, including market strategy, staffing, and financial forecasts.
• You will have hired, trained, and deployed a high-performing field team, establishing a culture of safety, quality, and accountability.
• You will have taken full control of the divisional P&L, implementing job costing and operational controls that lead to consistent profitability.
• You will have personally overseen and commissioned showcase projects, establishing the company's reputation for technical excellence in the heat pump space.
• You will be on track to meet or exceed the financial targets that unlock your full performance bonus potential.
• What You Bring to the Table :
• Core Qualifications :
• 10+ years of management experience in a construction trade (HVAC, plumbing, electrical) with proven P&L responsibility.
• Direct, hands-on experience in the installation and commissioning of HVAC systems, with specific expertise in air source heat pumps being essential.
• A valid driver's license and the ability to work from our Bainbridge, NY headquarters.
• Ideal Candidate Profile :
• An Entrepreneurial Builder :
• You thrive on creating something new, establishing processes, and taking ownership of results.
• A Player-Coach :
• You command respect in the boardroom and in the field, and you aren't afraid to get your hands dirty to teach your team and solve problems.
• Financially Astute :
• You understand the numbers behind a successful construction business, from estimating and job costing to managing a P&L.
• Systems Thinker :
• You naturally develop efficient workflows for sales, project management, and field operations.
• Universal Refrigerant License (EPA 608) is strongly preferred.
• Why Join Us?
• Build Your Vision :
• This isn't about maintaining the status quo. You are the architect of this division, from its strategic direction to its operational heartbeat.
• High-Impact Role :
• Be a foundational leader in a high-growth sector, directly contributing to our company's expansion and success.
• Mission-Driven Work :
• Join a team at the intersection of energy, technology, and sustainability, building a business that truly matters.
• Pay & Benefits :
• Base Salary :
• From $85,000.00 per year
• Total On-Target Earnings :
• $105,000 - $125,000+ per year
• This position includes a significant
• performance bonus
• based on the overall performance and profitability of the HVAC / Heat Pump division. The bonus is tied directly to meeting key growth-focused responsibilities, with a potential range of
• $20,000 to $40,000 annually.
• 401(k) with company matching
• Company Vehicle
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Discount & Referral Program
• Ready to Build Your Division?

If you are a proven construction leader ready to take on a career-defining challenge with significant financial and professional upside, we encourage you to apply. We are looking for a true partner in this venture and look forward to discussing how you can make an impact.

• Job Type :
• Full-time
• Ability to Commute :
• Bainbridge, NY 13733 (Required)
• Work Location :
• In person

Job Types : Full-time, Part-time

Pay : $85,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Expected hours : 40 – 65 per week

Benefits :
• 401(k)
• 401(k) 4% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Referral program
Schedule :
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed
• Year round work

Supplemental Pay :

• Bonus opportunities
• Performance bonus

Application Question(s) :

• This role has full P&L responsibility for the new division. Describe your most relevant experience managing a budget or P&L for a construction or trades department. What was the approximate annual revenue you were responsible for, and can you give a specific example of a decision you made that directly improved its profitability?
• As the General Manager, you'll be the ultimate technical authority and will need to perform hands-on work, especially with complex projects. Tell us about the most challenging heat pump (air source, geothermal, etc.) installation or commissioning you have personally been involved in. What made it challenging, and what specific steps did you take to ensure it was successful?
• We're looking for a leader to build this division from the ground up. Describe a time you were tasked with creating a new system, team, or business offering from scratch. How did you approach the first 90 days, and what do you believe was the single most critical factor in its success?

Ability to Commute :

• Bainbridge, NY 13733 (Required)

Work Location : In person