WHO IS JOMBINE & WHO IS OUR CLIENT?

We are Jombine – a recruiting network and platform changing the way we hire through the innovative matchmaking of talent, culture, and goals. We work with clients across the United States and Canada. The common denominator? Our clients all believe in a Culture-First approach to their team, their goals, and their values. Learn more at www.jombine.com.

THE COMPANY & TEAM

Our client is a market-leading restoration and reconstruction company with a 50+ year legacy of serving communities across North America. They are masters of turning disaster into opportunity - helping families and businesses rebuild after floods, fires, mold, and emergencies.

This acquisition represents their strategic entry into the Canadian market through Winnipeg - a city built on resilience, relationships, and operational consistency. Unlike high-growth "boomtown" markets, Winnipeg rewards methodical excellence and authentic community connections.

The restoration industry here is driven by predictable, cyclical weather patterns: devastating winters with pipe bursts and ice damming, spring floods, and severe summer storms. This creates a stable revenue base that rewards operational excellence over flashy marketing.

A CAREER-DEFINING OPPORTUNITY FOR A MOTIVATED, TENACIOUS, & TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADER

YOUR DNA

You are a Business Builder - an operational maestro, financial strategist, and cultural architect rolled into one. You don't manage the status quo; you execute transformations.

You are comfortable with ambiguity and thrive on challenge. You see a P&L statement not as a report card, but as a set of levers to be pulled for maximum performance.

You are an Integrator-Operator who excels at taking the components of a business—people, process, finance, and strategy—and forging them into a high-performing, cohesive unit. You're equally comfortable analyzing financial statements in the boardroom and walking job sites with technicians.

You bring empathetic and resilient leadership. You can connect with and earn the trust of a skeptical, long-tenured team. You are calm under pressure, firm but fair, and lead from the front without fear of getting your hands dirty.

You are financially and data literate. You live by the numbers and speak fluently about gross margins, EBITDA, labor efficiency, job profitability, and cash flow conversion. You see the story behind the numbers and know exactly which levers to pull.

You have unquestionable integrity. In the restoration industry, trust is everything. You are the standard-bearer for ethical conduct, both internally with your team and externally with clients and partners.

You understand that this is not about being the loudest or smartest in the room. Success comes from conviction, poise, accountability, and the moxie to build something extraordinary from a solid foundation.

You've read, love, and live by strategies from books like Good to Great, The Culture Code, Radical Candor, Leaders Eat Last, and Dare to Lead. You come to the table with ideas, strategies, principles, and systems that you've learned, tested, and succeeded with.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

The President/General Manager will lead the transformation of an established restoration operation into a flagship Canadian business. You'll protect and honor the existing foundation while systematically upgrading every aspect of the operation.

This role requires an understanding of business priorities and the ability to translate them into high-impact results. You will help stakeholders look around corners with data-driven recommendations that improve performance, profitability, and market position.

Leadership & Cultural Integration

• Re-recruit and retain top talent while managing transition resistance with empathy and clear vision

• Build unified culture from existing team dynamics and corporate values, honoring what works while upgrading what doesn't

• Identify change champions and address potential detractors through transparent communication and inclusive leadership

• Create accountability systems that drive excellence without destroying the collaborative spirit that built the business

Operational Excellence & System Implementation

• Lead implementation of world-class job management, CRM, and financial reporting systems

• Methodically introduce corporate operating procedures and best practices with hands-on training and support

• Ensure seamless integration of performance metrics and real-time business intelligence

• Build scalable processes that maintain quality while supporting aggressive growth targets

Strategic Business Development

• Shift revenue mix from 80% insurance referrals to 50/50 split with direct commercial work within 3 years

• Build and lead a proactive B2B sales engine targeting mid-market opportunities where relationships matter most

• Develop deep partnerships with property managers, facility directors, and commercial decision-makers

• Out-maneuver larger competitors through superior agility, customer experience, and local market knowledge

Financial Performance & Growth

• Take full P&L ownership with accountability for profitability, cash flow, and sustainable growth

• Optimize labor efficiency and job profitability across water, fire, and mold service lines

• Drive strategic expansion while maintaining operational excellence and customer satisfaction

• Build financial systems and KPIs that provide real-time business intelligence for rapid decision-making

Market Leadership & Community Impact

• Become the go-to restoration leader in Winnipeg through thought leadership and community involvement

• Build strategic relationships with insurance carriers, property management companies, and referral partners

• Lead the organization's response to major weather events and community disasters

• Establish the operation as the undisputed market leader through service excellence and reliability

The Day to Day

• Morning operational reviews with team leads to assess active jobs, resource allocation, and daily priorities

• Weekly P&L deep dives and strategic planning sessions with corporate support team

• Client relationship management and strategic account development across commercial and residential segments

• Team development, coaching, and performance management focused on growth and accountability

• Corporate alignment calls and best practice sharing with other market leaders

• Market intelligence gathering through competitor analysis and industry involvement

• Crisis management and emergency response coordination during major weather events

• Site visits and quality control inspections to ensure service standards and customer satisfaction

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience demonstrating business acumen)

• 8-12 years of full P&L responsibility for a $5M+ business unit or operation with proven track record of profitability growth

• Proven experience leading teams through mergers, acquisitions, or major business transformations

• Strong background in service-based industries with field operations and blue-collar workforces

• Demonstrated success implementing operational systems and driving process improvements that deliver measurable results

• Experience in restoration, construction, facility services, or related industries strongly preferred

• Track record of building high-performing teams and developing talent at all levels

Preferred Experience

• Canadian market experience with understanding of employment law, safety regulations, and business practices

• Experience with franchise or multi-location business models

• Background in emergency services, disaster response, or mission-critical service delivery

• Proven success in relationship-driven B2B sales environments

Competency, Abilities, and Skills

• Fluency in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and performance metrics with ability to identify trends and opportunities

• Experience with ERP, CRM, and job management software systems (bonus points for restoration-specific platforms)

• Strong understanding of Canadian employment law, workplace safety (WCB), and environmental regulations

• Excellent communication skills with ability to influence and inspire at all organizational levels

• Proven change management and cultural integration capabilities with track record of successful transformations

• Data-driven decision making with strong analytical skills and attention to detail

• Crisis management and emergency response experience

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and business intelligence tools

Travel

This position requires up to 25% travel for site visits, corporate meetings, industry events, and strategic planning sessions.

SALARY & BENEFITS

Our client offers a compelling compensation package designed to attract and retain a true business builder who will share in the success they create:

Base salary range of $130,000 - $150,000 CAD plus significant performance-based bonus structure tied directly to EBITDA generation and operational metrics. Total expected compensation of $180,000 - $220,000+ in first year with uncapped upside potential.

Comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Matching RRSP contributions

• Generous PTO and statutory holidays

• Life and disability insurance

• Professional development budget for training and industry events

• Corporate vehicle or monthly allowance

• Performance-based equity opportunities tied to long-term value creation

• Relocation assistance if needed

Other work perks include team building events, leadership development programs, mentorship opportunities, and the backing of a North American industry leader with 50+ years of expertise and resources.

NEXT STEPS

This is not just a job - this is your opportunity to build a legacy and transform an established operation into the undisputed market leader in Western Canada. If you're ready to step into the role of Business Transformer and create something extraordinary, we want to talk.

We encourage you to apply and give us the opportunity to learn more about you and your career goals – whether this role aligns with your vision or you'd like to explore other opportunities in our network.