Henderick Inc.
Construction General Manager / COO — Henderick, Inc. (Nashville, TN)
Construction · Full-Time · Executive Leadership
Henderick Inc , a rapidly growing Nashville-based general contractor specializing in government, municipal, and institutional projects, is seeking an experienced
General Manager / COO
to lead day-to-day operations and drive organizational excellence as we scale into 2026 and beyond.
We are an established, high-performing firm with multiple active
city and government contracts , strong year-over-year growth, and a proven portfolio of complex renovations, IDIQ work, school system projects, and municipal construction. We are now ready to add a senior operator who can take our operational engine to the next level.
About the Role The
General Manager / COO
will oversee company operations, field production, project management, compliance, and performance across a large portfolio of municipal and government assignments. This leader will streamline processes, strengthen project delivery, build high-performing teams, and ensure that Henderick Construction consistently delivers quality, safety, schedule discipline, and profitability.
This is an executive-level position reporting directly to the CEO.
Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership
Oversee all project managers, superintendents, field staff, and subcontractors.
Standardize operational systems, processes, and workflows to support scalable growth.
Lead daily and weekly operations meetings; enforce clear accountability across teams.
Ensure all projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within scope, and within budget.
Government & Municipal Contract Execution
Manage compliance across city, school system, state, and federal requirements.
Maintain strong working relationships with inspectors, owner’s reps, facility managers, and agency administrators.
Strengthen systems for documentation, reporting, and contract adherence.
Financial & Performance Management
Lead project forecasting, WIP reviews, cost controls, and change order management.
Monitor and maintain company-level margin performance and profitability.
Own key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational dashboards.
People & Culture
Recruit, hire, mentor, and evaluate PMs, supers, and field leaders.
Build a culture defined by accountability, professionalism, communication, and excellence.
Establish training programs and succession plans as Hendrick continues to grow.
Qualifications
10–20 years of experience in
commercial, institutional, or government construction .
Proven success leading operations for a
general contractor
performing municipal, K–12, or public-sector projects.
Strong understanding of
IDIQ contracts , scopes of work, change orders, and public procurement processes.
Exceptional ability to manage multiple concurrent projects 100 annually.
Demonstrated expertise in
project controls, Procore/PM systems, scheduling , and cost management.
Strong leadership presence with the ability to motivate teams and drive results.
Excellent communication skills and a track record of building trusted relationships with public-sector clients
Why Join Henderick Construction?
Work directly with the CEO to execute a bold growth strategy.
Lead operations for a firm with a strong reputation and multiple long-term government contracts.
Build and shape a growing team with significant autonomy and authority.
Join a culture defined by excellence, integrity, and high performance.Opportunity for long-term leadership impact and advancement as the company scales.
How to Apply Qualified candidates are encouraged submit:
A resume
Brief cover letter or message explaining relevant leadership experience
Apply directly through LinkedIn or email
careers@henderick.com
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Construction · Full-Time · Executive Leadership
Henderick Inc , a rapidly growing Nashville-based general contractor specializing in government, municipal, and institutional projects, is seeking an experienced
General Manager / COO
to lead day-to-day operations and drive organizational excellence as we scale into 2026 and beyond.
We are an established, high-performing firm with multiple active
city and government contracts , strong year-over-year growth, and a proven portfolio of complex renovations, IDIQ work, school system projects, and municipal construction. We are now ready to add a senior operator who can take our operational engine to the next level.
About the Role The
General Manager / COO
will oversee company operations, field production, project management, compliance, and performance across a large portfolio of municipal and government assignments. This leader will streamline processes, strengthen project delivery, build high-performing teams, and ensure that Henderick Construction consistently delivers quality, safety, schedule discipline, and profitability.
This is an executive-level position reporting directly to the CEO.
Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership
Oversee all project managers, superintendents, field staff, and subcontractors.
Standardize operational systems, processes, and workflows to support scalable growth.
Lead daily and weekly operations meetings; enforce clear accountability across teams.
Ensure all projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within scope, and within budget.
Government & Municipal Contract Execution
Manage compliance across city, school system, state, and federal requirements.
Maintain strong working relationships with inspectors, owner’s reps, facility managers, and agency administrators.
Strengthen systems for documentation, reporting, and contract adherence.
Financial & Performance Management
Lead project forecasting, WIP reviews, cost controls, and change order management.
Monitor and maintain company-level margin performance and profitability.
Own key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational dashboards.
People & Culture
Recruit, hire, mentor, and evaluate PMs, supers, and field leaders.
Build a culture defined by accountability, professionalism, communication, and excellence.
Establish training programs and succession plans as Hendrick continues to grow.
Qualifications
10–20 years of experience in
commercial, institutional, or government construction .
Proven success leading operations for a
general contractor
performing municipal, K–12, or public-sector projects.
Strong understanding of
IDIQ contracts , scopes of work, change orders, and public procurement processes.
Exceptional ability to manage multiple concurrent projects 100 annually.
Demonstrated expertise in
project controls, Procore/PM systems, scheduling , and cost management.
Strong leadership presence with the ability to motivate teams and drive results.
Excellent communication skills and a track record of building trusted relationships with public-sector clients
Why Join Henderick Construction?
Work directly with the CEO to execute a bold growth strategy.
Lead operations for a firm with a strong reputation and multiple long-term government contracts.
Build and shape a growing team with significant autonomy and authority.
Join a culture defined by excellence, integrity, and high performance.Opportunity for long-term leadership impact and advancement as the company scales.
How to Apply Qualified candidates are encouraged submit:
A resume
Brief cover letter or message explaining relevant leadership experience
Apply directly through LinkedIn or email
careers@henderick.com
#J-18808-Ljbffr