General Manager

GENERAL MANAGERPortland, OR | Reports to: CEO | Compensation: DOE + Performance IncentivesWe're looking for a seasoned construction leader who has built a career delivering great projects and developing strong teams.Why DeaconDeacon Construction has been in business for 45 years, operating across California, Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. We specialize in Multifamily, Industrial, Retail, Commercial, Hospitality, and Senior Living. We're proud of the work, but what we're most proud of is the company we've built around it. The work is important to us, and so are the people doing it.What You'll Actually DoOwn the full operation of the Portland office, including planning, execution, and delivery of company goals and initiatives across all departmentsWork closely with Division and Operations Managers on business development strategy, work acquisition, contracting, and project execution, tracking progress, mitigating risks, and resolving issues as they ariseDevelop and manage office budgets, monitor costs, implement cost-saving measures, and ensure accurate financial reporting that meets company profitability targetsReview and approve office expenditures and ensure alignment with company goalsLead and mentor department managers and staff, ensuring proper resource allocation, balancing workloads, and cultivating a culture that holds both high performance and the development of people in equal regardInvest in your people through consistent coaching, honest feedback, and career development conversations that are personal and purposefulAttend client functions, support business development activities, and maintain strong relationships with clients, design firms, and industry partnersCollaborate with senior leadership to define business goals, identify market opportunities, develop new business relationships, and contribute to securing new contractsDrive continuous improvement across operational processes, champion new technologies and methods that enhance performanceProactively manage risk across projects and operations, ensuring adherence to all legal and regulatory requirementsChampion a culture of safety, accountability, and collaboration throughout the officeWho You AreYou have an expansive commercial construction career, 10+ years of progressive experience with at least 5 years in a leadership or general management roleYou've built complex projects from the ground up and have the technical depth to back it up. You understand construction processes, project management, contracts, and regulatory compliance at a high levelYou're a strong financial manager with real experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost controlYou're a leader who is genuinely invested in the people around you and the culture you help createYou invest genuinely in the growth and development of the people around youClients trust you. Subs respect you. Your reputation in this industry reflects the way you do business.Bachelor's degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, Business Administration, or related field; or an advanced degree is a plusWhat We OfferPerformance-based incentives tied to project and company successFull benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, life insuranceVehicle allowanceSick and vacation timeTuition reimbursementRelocation assistance availableA culture that promotes from within and invests in your long-term growthA community that gives back, through our Deacon Charitable Foundation and Community Engagement CommitteeAnnual company events, including our holiday party and summer picnicThe stability of a 45-year-old company that is still growing, with offices across California, Oregon, Washington, and IdahoIf this sounds like the right next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.Deacon Construction is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.