Our client is a well-established organisation based in the southern Gold Coast region that specialises in the residential construction sector, building sustainable housing, modular and transportable buildings. Reporting to the Director, we are currently seeking a General Manager that is ideally experienced within the sector, to lead the team in daily operational activities whilst managing profitability and growth of the business.You will be responsible for managing a team of around 20 staff plus a large number of sub-contractors in projects involving the manufacture and installation of buildings on site. You will also oversee estimating, tender management, sales and marketing functions, purchasing, HR and recruitment, and customer / stakeholder management. The role will include some domestic travel on occasions to oversee projects with major clients.The role is fast paced, will be hands on and offers an attractive salary, excellent work environment with a high quality product and a cohesive work team.The ideal candidate will meet the following criteria:Demonstrated experience in a similar capacity is essentialExperience in residential construction essential (transportable buildings would be very highly regarded)Strong eye for design with the ability to provide design and technical input for tenders and other projectsExperience in estimating and the preparation and management of tendersSound project management and stakeholder engagement skillsBusiness development skills and an understanding of marketing activitiesStrong leadership and HR skills to manage staff, workplace issues and the ability to drive and motivate the teamWell-developed communication and interpersonal skills to build and manage client relationshipsSolution-focused with strong troubleshooting skills, a high attention to detail and quality of workmanshipFinance and administrative skills to analyse reports, manage budgets and purchasingOn offer is a competitive salary package, the opportunity to join a reputable and local company with a high quality product and great culture. 100000 AUD Australia - QLD Gold Coast