Title: Business Leader
Location: Santa Barbara, CA
Industry: Facilities & Environmental Services
Confidential Employer
Compensation & Benefits: Base Salary: $95,000-$135,000 depending on experience
Performance-based bonus program
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401(k) with employer contributions
Paid time off, company holidays, and more
About This Role:We are a growth-oriented organization in the facilities and environmental services sector seeking a proven Leader to lead expansion in the Santa Barbara, CA market. This is a high-impact opportunity with an already-strong foundation - tenured operations leaders in place, newly hired business development talent ready to execute, and an untapped regional market with real runway.
You'll own the operation. That means P&L, people, clients, and growth - with full corporate backing and resources behind you. The interview process is straightforward: one virtual round, one on-site. We move quickly for the right person.
Responsibilities: Operations - Oversee daily operations - safety, efficiency, compliance, and service quality
- Maintain facilities, equipment, and physical assets to uphold professional standards
- Ensure accountability across teams through clear expectations and consistent oversight
Sales & Business Development - Develop and execute a strategic growth plan to meet or exceed annual targets
- Partner with the business development team to maintain a qualified pipeline and close new business
- Represent the company through local networking, community engagement, and market presence
Client Relations - Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and partners
- Monitor client feedback and drive service improvements to maximize retention
- Address concerns promptly and effectively
Financial Management - Own P&L - revenue generation, expense control, and financial forecasting
- Track KPIs and implement improvements to maximize profitability
- Identify cross-sell and revenue expansion opportunities
Team Leadership - Recruit, onboard, train, and develop staff
- Set clear performance expectations; conduct regular coaching and corrective action as needed
- Foster a culture of accountability, growth, and teamwork
Safety & Compliance - Ensure strict adherence to EHS policies and procedures
- Monitor safety performance and proactively implement risk-reduction strategies
- Promote a safety-first culture at every level of operations
Requirements & What We're Looking For - Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, or a related field - or equivalent experience in a service-based industry
- 3-5 years of operations management experience
- Demonstrated P&L ownership and comfort with financial reporting
- Strong working knowledge of safety compliance and operational standards
- Proven track record in team development, performance management, and driving results
- Skilled at building client relationships and identifying growth opportunities
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant business software
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