Description
Location: Phoenixville / Valley Forge, Pennsylvania
Compensation: $110,000$135,000 base salary plus performance-based bonus
Experience Required: 10+ years in commercial architectural millwork, custom cabinetry, or a closely related industry.
The Opportunity
An established, privately owned commercial architectural millwork and custom cabinetry company in the Phoenixville / Valley Forge area is seeking an experienced, hands-on General Manager to lead all aspects of its operations.
This is an excellent opportunity for a proven industry professional who wants to take ownership of the day-to-day management, operational performance, and continued growth of a smaller, established business.
The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of commercial architectural millwork, strong leadership abilities, sound financial judgment, and the ability to manage projects from initial estimating through final installation.
Key Responsibilities
Provide overall leadership and management of the companys daily operations.
Oversee estimating, bidding, project management, purchasing, manufacturing, and installation.
Manage and develop a team of skilled craftsmen, shop personnel, and project management staff.
Establish and maintain production schedules to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.
Monitor job costs, labor efficiency, gross margins, cash flow, and overall profitability.
Maintain strong relationships with general contractors, construction managers, architects, vendors, and customers.
Ensure consistent quality, craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction.
Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, increase profitability, and grow the business.
Work directly with ownership on strategic planning, financial performance, and long-term business objectives.
Required Qualifications
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in commercial architectural millwork, custom cabinetry, commercial casework, or a closely related field.
Demonstrated success in an operations management, general management, or senior leadership position.
Thorough understanding of commercial millwork manufacturing, materials, construction methods, and installation practices.
Strong experience with estimating, job costing, scheduling, budgeting, and financial management.
Ability to read and interpret architectural drawings, shop drawings, and project specifications.
Proven ability to lead employees, solve problems, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong organizational, communication, and decision-making skills.
Willingness to remain actively involved in daily operations.
Compensation
Competitive base salary of $110,000$135,000, depending on qualifications and experience.
Performance-based annual bonus opportunity.
Long-term opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the companys success.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Unlike a management position in a large corporation, this role offers the opportunity to lead an entire business, make meaningful decisions, work directly with ownership, and see the results of your leadership.
We are seeking a dedicated professional who takes pride in craftsmanship, values accountability, understands the commercial construction industry, and is motivated to build a successful and profitable organization.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a rιsumι, including a brief summary of their commercial millwork management experience. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.
