Construction General Manager

Application Instructions:

Please follow the following steps to be considered for this position:

1. Fill out the Excell Application: https://www.excellrefrigeration.com/join-our-team/

2. Fill out two Predictive Index assessments: https://assessment.predictiveindex.com/bo/4WV/ConstructionGeneralManager

3. After you submit the Predictive Index Behavioral Assessment (link above), you will receive an email with a link for a Cognitive Assessment. Please complete the PI Cognitive assessment as well.

***If you do not find the automated email from Predictive Index in your Inbox, please check your Spam/Junk folder in case it ended up there.

Summary:
Excell Refrigeration is seeking an experienced and strategic Refrigeration Construction General Manager & Estimator to lead our construction division with a strong focus on operational excellence, leadership development, and estimating oversight. This individual will play a dual role—taking direct responsibility for estimating projects at the outset, while also building and mentoring a future estimating team.

The General Manager will oversee refrigeration construction projects across Florida and nearby states, ensuring alignment with company goals, financial targets, and safety standards. This executive-level leader must balance big-picture strategy with day-to-day execution, while modeling Excell’s culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Excell Culture and Perks:

• Strong focus on work-life Balance


• Proven training and professional development program


• A supportive employer dedicated to your success, well-being, and professional growth


• A culture of excellence and high standards that fosters teamwork and accountability


• Work exclusively on commercial units—no residential projects or attics


• LEARN AND EARN THE EXCELL WAY!

Essential Leadership & Management Duties:

• Provide executive leadership for the construction division, managing projects from initiation through closeout.


• Lead, coach, and develop project managers, supervisors, and technicians to drive operational efficiency and accountability.


• Conduct readiness evaluations to ensure compliance with industry regulations, safety protocols, and company quality standards.


• Oversee project execution, ensuring schedules, budgets, and quality standards are consistently met.


• Facilitate strong communication across departments, general contractors, and clients to maintain alignment and resolve challenges quickly.


• Champion customer service excellence, ensuring client satisfaction and retention through professional, courteous, and solutions-driven interactions.


• Participate in ERP transition, ensuring seamless adoption of the new system for project reporting, scheduling, and team operations.

Estimator Responsibilities:

• Take full responsibility for reviewing plans, preparing accurate bids, and submitting proposals for refrigeration construction projects.


• Analyze project costs, labor, and materials to ensure profitability and alignment with company financial targets.


• Collaborate with leadership to set pricing strategies and refine estimating processes.


• Transition into an oversight role once an estimator is hired, providing mentorship and ensuring high standards of estimating accuracy and efficiency.

Additional Duties:

• Monitor safety compliance, enforce OSHA standards, and maintain a culture of proactive risk management.


• Identify and implement training programs to enhance field team capabilities, technical knowledge, and career growth.


• Support sales and business development efforts by aligning construction operations with client needs and revenue goals.


• Prepare and review financial reports, ensuring project profitability and effective resource allocation.


• Travel as required within Florida and occasionally to Georgia to support field teams and key client relationships (light travel expected with strong leadership in place).

Education and Experience:

·         Minimum of five (5) years of construction leadership experience, with at least three (3) years in refrigeration construction.

·         Proven track record in project estimating with the ability to manage full-cycle bidding responsibilities.

·         Strong financial acumen with demonstrated success in cost control, profitability management, and resource allocation.

·         Bilingual in English and Spanish is highly preferred.

·         Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

·         Strong client relationship management skills and a collaborative leadership style.

·         Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.

·         Consent to a background check and drug screening.

·         High School Diploma or equivalent required; degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.

Physical Requirements:

·         Lift, carry, or otherwise move and position objects which may weigh up to 50 pounds.

Excell Benefits:

• PTO (paid time off) / 6 paid holidays


• Competitive pay


• Company Vehicle


• Work boot program


• Group health insurance, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance


• Supplemental fringe benefits, critical illness, cancer, accident/injury, wellness, disability, life insurance, and gap plan available


• 401(k) retirement program with company matching dollar for dollar up to 3% of salary

NOTE: This job description reflects the company’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.  Assigned tasks are subject to change any time due to company discretion, job requirements, reasonable accommodation, or other reasons.