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COO- Glass and Curtainwall Construction

Portland ME

$175,000 - $225,000

About the Company:

The company is a leading provider of pre-engineered and pre-designed curtain wall windows and doors for commercial and high-rise office buildings. With a strong reputation for exceptional service and high-quality products, they are positioned for continued growth and industry leadership.

About the Position:

As the Chief Operating Officer (COO), you will be responsible for leading the company's overall operations, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and long-term strategic success. This role requires a proven leader with experience in manufacturing, construction, or related industries. You will oversee business operations, financial performance, and market expansion, while fostering a high-performance culture and driving operational excellence.

Additionally, the company seeks a dynamic executive with the vision and leadership capabilities to evolve into the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) role within the first year, ensuring continuity and sustainable growth for the organization.

Requirements:

  • Minimum 15 years of leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a senior executive role (President, COO, CEO, or Division Head) in manufacturing, construction, or a related industry.
  • Experience in storefront curtain wall window and door fabrication, construction materials, or specialty manufacturing is highly desirable.
  • Proven track record of driving business growth, improving operations, and cultivating a high-performance work culture in a mid-sized organization.
  • Experience managing contracts, leases, and vendor negotiations (payment terms, retainage, liquidated damages, schedule, etc.).
  • Strong ability to lead teams with a hands-on, approachable leadership style, while also providing strategic direction for the company's long-term success.

Benefits:

  • Competitive Base Salary: 175-225K plus bonus / Evaluation after transition to CEO
  • Performance Bonus: Based on company financial and operational performance.
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including health and life insurance, 401(k) retirement plans.
  • Professional Development Opportunities: A unique opportunity to shape the company's strategic direction and transition into the CEO role, contributing to its long-term success.
This position is based in Portland, ME.

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