At Bumble Roofing of Greater Western Chicago, IL we believe roofing should be simple, transparent, and stress-free. Our promise: Roofing, the Easy Way.

We are launching a new franchise location and are seeking a hands-on General Manager to build and lead the business locally. This is a launch-phase leadership role for a confident roofing or construction professional who can balance operations, sales leadership, and team development while establishing strong processes for long-term growth.

Role Overview

During the initial launch phase (the first 6 months), the General Manager will support sales as needed alongside the sales consultant. This role is not meant to carry a long-term sales quota. Over time, the focus shifts to sales leadership, operations, and business management. This is a hands-on role during the startup phase, ideal for candidates who thrive in building processes and teams from the ground up.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $70,000–$90,000 (W-2)

Additional compensation:

Sales commissions on personally closed jobs during the launch phase

Quarterly performance-based bonuses tied to revenue, margins, and customer satisfaction

401(k)

Flexible Schedule

Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement

Training and development

Employee Discounts

Paid time off

Health expense reimbursement (up to a set amount)

Opportunity for increased base compensation and long-term incentives as the business grows

What We’re Looking For

5+ years of experience in roofing, construction, or related home services

Proven ability to drive sales and manage projects in roofing, construction, or home improvement services

Strong understanding of job costing, margins, and production flow

Demonstrated leadership and accountability for results

Comfortable working in the field, including climbing roofs

Strong organizational, communication, and customer service skills

Tech-savvy with CRM, estimating, and project management tools

Valid driver’s license; ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Flexible schedule; occasional travel for franchisor training and events

What You’ll Do Sales Support & Leadership

Perform early sales activity and select inspections as needed

Partner with and coach the sales representative

Monitor lead flow, pipeline, and conversion

Assist on select projects requiring experience or guidance

Ensure smooth handoff from sales to production and customer experience

Operations & Production Management

Oversee projects from contract to completion

Coordinate permitting, scheduling, materials, inspections, and compliance

Manage subcontractors, enforce safety, and ensure quality

Conduct job site checks and final walkthroughs

Track job costs, margins, and timelines

Team & Customer Management

Lead day-to-day operations

Build relationships with crews, vendors, and the sales representative

Train and coach team members on standards and processes

Serve as primary contact post-sale, resolve issues, and drive customer reviews

Support marketing, social media, and community engagement

Performance & Reporting

Maintain accurate documentation and CRM updates

Track and report KPIs including revenue, gross margin, job cycle time, rework rates, and customer satisfaction

Partner with leadership on performance reporting and continuous improvement

Safety & Compliance

Enforce OSHA and company safety policies

Maintain incident reports and ensure crews follow safe practice

Work Location: Will County and DuPage County