Assistant General Manager

Cianbro is seeking an experienced Assistant General Manager to lead and grow our Food & Beverage market sector. This executive leadership role is responsible for strategic business development, client relationships, operational performance, financial results, and project execution across the region.
The successful candidate will bring extensive Design/Build experience, a proven track record managing large and complex industrial construction projects, and the ability to develop long-term client partnerships. This leader will work closely with customers, designers, trade partners, and internal teams to drive market growth while ensuring excellence in safety, quality, schedule performance, and profitability.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the Food & Beverage business segment, driving strategic initiatives that support long-term growth, profitability, and market expansion.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients, industry partners, and stakeholders, serving as a trusted advisor throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead Design/Build pursuits from initial client engagement through project completion, ensuring alignment of project goals, budget, schedule, and operational requirements.
• Provide executive oversight of large, complex construction projects, ensuring successful execution with a focus on safety, quality, schedule, and financial performance.
• Collaborate with preconstruction, engineering, and operations teams to develop innovative project delivery solutions that meet client objectives.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities while supporting proposal development, contract negotiations, and client presentations.
• Monitor business performance and operational metrics, implementing strategies to improve efficiency, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
• Build, mentor, and develop high-performing teams while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Partner with company leadership to establish annual business objectives, resource planning, and strategic growth initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and safety standards across all operations.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, business, or a minimum of 15 years of progressive leadership experience within the construction industry.
• Proven Design/Build experience with responsibility for projects from concept development through final completion.
• Demonstrated success managing large, complex construction projects and programs.
• Significant experience in industrial, food & beverage, manufacturing, processing, healthcare, or commercial construction environments.
• Strong client relationship management skills with a track record of developing and maintaining long-term customer partnerships.
• Experience leading business development efforts, including identifying opportunities, securing work, and expanding market presence.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, profitability analysis, and overall business performance management.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lead multiple teams and priorities in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
• Proven ability to mentor and develop future leaders while building high-performing teams.
• Demonstrated commitment to health, safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Cianbro is an employee-owned, tobacco-free, equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on marital status, race, color, creed, gender, sex, religion, national origin, gender identity, age, veteran status, union affiliation, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

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