General Manager

We Build Cool Sh*t with Great People.

Compass Point Contracting, self-perform company, is growing fast.

Why This Role Matters

Compass Point is the self-perform company that works hand in hand with ETRO Construction. Our own crews deliver key scopes, which gives us tighter control of cost, schedule, quality and safety, especially on work the subcontractor market often underserves. We’re now scaling that capability across civil, concrete, demolition and carpentry.

This is a rare chance to lead a growing trades business with real ownership of the results. You’ll own the P&L, shape the strategy, build the team and set the standard for how self-perform work is done, with the backing of ETRO’s leadership and field operations team. Think of it as running your own business, with a parent company behind you.

THIS IS COMPASS POINT + ETRO

Compass Point is a wholly owned subsidiary of ETRO Construction, one of BC’s fastest-growing construction firms. You get entrepreneurial freedom, plus ETRO’s support while you build your own bench: shared HR, accounting, safety and quality services, a Director of Field Operations in your corner, and owners who want you to win.

ABOUT YOU

• Hungry. You’re driven to grow, innovate and build things that scale: systems, standards and teams that work as the company grows.
• Humble. You’re a collaborative, ego-free partner. Our team wins and loses together, and this role works closely with ETRO’s leadership.
• Smart. You think like an owner. You’re comfortable with drawings, crews and clients, carrying a P&L, making the bid/no-bid call and protecting margin, and you’re happy to roll up your sleeves.
• You’re a builder. You’ve led self-perform or trade operations and understand the realities of crews, equipment and job sites, not just the spreadsheets.
• You love people and you love the work, and you’ll fit in with ETRO’s values of Love, Authenticity, Curiosity and Progressiveness

ABOUT THE ROLE

As General Manager, you’ll run Compass Point end to end: profit and loss, projects, people, safety and culture. You’ll report to ETRO’s Director of Field Operations and have full autonomy over day-to-day operations, safety, quality and projects. As the business grows, so does your authority.

You’ll start with a small team and build it: a PM/Estimator, a Project Coordinator, a General Superintendent, Superintendents and a field crew of 20–40 (carpenters, equipment operators, pipe layers and labourers).

A DAY IN THE LIFE

• Run the business: own the P&L, margins, forecasting and backlog.
• Win the right work: make the bid/no-bid call, negotiate contracts and nurture client relationships.
• Deliver: guide projects from estimate to close-out with strong controls and reporting.
• Lead the field: keep safety, quality and productivity high, and put the right labour and equipment on each job.
• Build the team: hire, mentor and gradually replace ETRO’s shared services with your own departments.
• Grow: expand into Vancouver Island and beyond and set the operating standards and culture as you go.

WHAT YOU BRING

• 10+ years in commercial construction (GC or subcontractor), with hands-on experience in demolition, concrete and civil scopes.
• Proven P&L ownership and strong financial literacy.
• A solid grasp of estimating and project management fundamentals, and confidence reading drawings and specifications.
• Comfort with ERP, CRM and project software (we use CMiC, Procore and Bluebeam, and you can learn on the job).
• Experience in the Vancouver construction market.
• A trade ticket and/or business education (BCIT, MBA) is a strong asset, and equivalent experience counts too.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

We’re committed to our team and taking care of our people. In addition to joining an organization that values you, your contributions, and your growth, some of the benefits you will receive include:

• Base salary of $130,000 – $160,000, based on experience.
• KPI-based bonus..
• 3% RRSP matching.
• 4 weeks’ vacation.
• Health and benefits package starting after 3 months.
• Vehicle and phone allowances, plus professional development support.
• Real autonomy, flexibility and work-life balance, with a results-based approach.
• Room to grow with new regions, bigger projects and a path into other ETRO business units.

If you want to lead a business, not just a department, we’d love to hear from you. Come build cool sh*t with us.

Apply today through the ‘Apply Now’, and learn more about the impact you’ll make, visit us at https://www.etroconstruction.com/this-is-etro

Pay: $130,000.00-$160,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

Work Location: In person