General Manager of Construction

At Good Carbon Co, we believe good work starts with good people. As a rapidly growing leader in sustainable real estate development and construction, we’re not just imagining a better future — we’re building it. From development to construction to property management — we do it all, and you can help us shape what’s next. Why You’ll Love Working Here: Collaborative, values-driven culture where every voice mattersClear opportunities for professional growth and advancementFlexibility and support for work-life balanceRegular team events and community initiativesComprehensive benefits: Employer-contributed medical and dental insurance; vision coverage; company 401(k) contributions; paid holidays and PTO-including your birthday! About the role We are seeking an experienced and operationally driven General Manager of Construction to lead construction operations across a growing portfolio of projects. This role is responsible for overseeing field execution, operational performance, team leadership, and project delivery across all active construction initiatives. The General Manager of Construction will play a critical leadership role in driving safety, quality, accountability, scheduling, budgeting, and execution consistency across the organization. This individual will lead and develop field and operational teams, improve systems and workflows, and ensure projects are delivered efficiently, safely, and to company standards. The ideal candidate is a proven construction leader with strong operational judgment, deep field experience, and the ability to manage people, process, and performance at scale. This role has significant influence over company operations, field culture, client outcomes, and long-term organizational growth. What you'll do Lead construction operations across multiple active projects, ensuring alignment with company goals, budgets, schedules, and quality standardsOversee project execution from preconstruction planning through final closeoutManage, mentor, and develop field leadership teams including superintendents, foremen, and carpentersDrive operational accountability across field teams and project leadershipMonitor project performance, schedules, labor productivity, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure efficient deliveryIdentify operational risks early and implement corrective action strategies to minimize project impactsEnsure compliance with safety protocols, regulatory requirements, building codes, and quality standards across all job sitesImprove construction systems, workflows, reporting structures, and field processes to support operational scalability and consistencyPartner with Development, Project Management, Finance, and Executive Leadership to align construction execution with company objectivesSupport workforce planning, hiring, team development, and operational growth initiativesLead subcontractor and vendor performance expectations to ensure quality execution and accountabilityFoster a high-performance culture focused on communication, ownership, safety, and continuous improvement Qualifications Minimum 10 years of experience in construction management, field operations, or general contracting with demonstrated success leading large-scale, multi-project portfoliosExperience in multifamily, commercial real estate, and/or affordable housing construction preferredProven leadership experience building, managing, and scaling high-performing construction and field teamsStrong financial acumen including P&L management, budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and operational performance managementDeep understanding of construction means, methods, sequencing, scheduling, trade coordination, and field operationsExperience managing multiple concurrent projects while balancing quality, schedule, and budget objectivesStrong understanding of construction regulations, safety standards, and compliance requirementsProficiency with construction management and project tracking software; Buildertrend experience preferredBachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferredPMP, OSHA 30, or related certifications preferred What You Bring Strong leadership presence with the ability to drive accountability and performance across field operationsStrategic thinker with the ability to balance high-level operational planning and hands-on executionExcellent communication and relationship management skills across field teams, leadership, clients, and external partnersCalm, decisive decision-making in fast-paced and high-pressure construction environmentsHigh level of ownership over operational performance, project outcomes, and team developmentStrong organizational and problem-solving capabilities with a continuous improvement mindsetValues alignment with Good Carbon Co.’s mission of delivering sustainable, affordable, high-quality housing Locations: Buffalo, NY