Chief Executive Officer
Los Angeles
**The Opportunity** Lead a growing industrial services company through its next phase of strategic growth. Partner with the current CEO as he transitions to Chairman, then take the reins of a business backed by private equity with strong market position and real growth potential. **What You'll Do** **Strategic Leadership** * Develop and execute business strategy for profitable growth and market expansion * Lead strategic planning including M\&A, market penetration, and service line expansion * Partner with PE stakeholders to deliver on value creation objectives * Build long-term partnerships with key customers, suppliers, and industry players **Operations** * Drive improvements in service delivery, safety, and customer satisfaction * Implement scalable processes and systems to support growth * Ensure consistent quality and efficiency across all locations * Lead digital transformation to modernize operations **Financial Management** * Own P\&L and deliver against budget targets and investor expectations * Manage capital allocation for equipment, facilities, and technology * Optimize pricing strategy and margins * Lead budgeting and quarterly board reviews **Leadership \& Culture** * Build and lead high-performing executive team * Foster culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement * Drive talent acquisition and retention strategies * Champion safety and regulatory compliance **Stakeholder Management** * Serve as primary interface with PE sponsors and board * Maintain key customer relationships and drive retention * Represent company at industry events and in the community * Communicate vision and performance to all stakeholders **What You Need** **Experience:** * 15+ years of progressive leadership in industrial service industry * Proven CEO or President with P\&L responsibility * Led companies in the $25-75M revenue range * PE-backed company experience with board governance * Track record delivering growth and profitability targets in PE environment * M\&A experience including due diligence and integration **Industry Knowledge:** * Deep understanding of industrial services markets and competitive dynamics * Knowledge of regulatory environment and compliance requirements * Experience with complex B2B sales cycles and long-term contracts * Familiarity with industrial equipment, maintenance, and technology trends **Skills:** * Strategic planning and execution * Strong financial management---budgeting, forecasting, capital allocation * Data-driven decision making and problem solving * Exceptional communication and presentation skills for board and investors **Education \& Personal Qualities:** * Bachelor's required; MBA or advanced degree preferred * High integrity and commitment to safety * Entrepreneurial mindset * Thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments **What We Offer** * Executive leadership with significant autonomy and impact * PE partnership with resources for accelerated growth * Competitive compensation: base salary of $300 - 350K, 30-40% performance bonus, and equity * Growth platform with expansion opportunities * Strong market position with recurring revenue base * Experienced board providing strategic guidance
