Branch Manager - Restoration Mitigation

Branch Manager – Restoration Mitigation in Atlanta, GA

A growing restoration company is looking for an experienced Branch Manager to lead water, mold, and emergency mitigation operations throughout Georgia.

This is an excellent opportunity for a proven restoration leader who understands mitigation operations, knows how to develop high-performing teams, and can balance production, profitability, customer service, and continued growth.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of restoration mitigation experience with leadership, management, or operational responsibility
• Strong knowledge of water damage mitigation, structural drying, mold remediation, and restoration best practices
• Experience leading mitigation technicians, Project Managers, or restoration field teams
• Strong understanding of project scheduling, staffing, production, job costing, and operational performance
• Ability to monitor project profitability, labor utilization, job costs, and key performance metrics
• Experience managing multiple active restoration projects simultaneously
• Strong understanding of restoration documentation and insurance-driven property claims
• Excellent leadership, communication, organization, problem-solving, and customer service skills
• Ability to build accountability, coach employees, and develop high-performing teams
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, customer service, and operational excellence
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally as needed

Preferred

• IICRC certifications, including WRT, ASD, AMRT, or related credentials
• Xactimate proficiency
• Experience with Symbility/Cotality or other restoration estimating platforms
• Experience managing both residential and commercial mitigation losses
• Large-loss or CAT restoration experience
• Experience working directly with insurance adjusters, carriers, and Third-Party Administrators (TPAs)
• Experience managing branch-level P&L, budgets, revenue, and profitability
• Experience helping grow or scale a mitigation operation
• Business development or referral-partner relationship experience

Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee water, mold, emergency response, and mitigation operations
• Manage project scheduling, staffing, production, equipment, and field resources
• Provide leadership, coaching, development, and accountability for mitigation technicians, Project Managers, and other team members
• Monitor active projects to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, on time, and according to established quality standards
• Monitor branch performance, project profitability, job costs, labor utilization, and operational KPIs
• Review scopes, estimates, documentation, and project files for accuracy and completeness
• Ensure mitigation documentation meets company, carrier, TPA, and industry requirements
• Coordinate with estimating, reconstruction, contents, business development, and leadership teams to ensure smooth project transitions
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with property owners, commercial clients, insurance professionals, and referral partners
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, production capacity, profitability, and customer satisfaction
• Ensure compliance with IICRC standards, OSHA requirements, safety procedures, and company policies
• Assist with recruiting, training, and developing team members as the operation grows
• Support emergency response efforts and after-hours operations when necessary
• Contribute to branch growth, strategic planning, and long-term operational goals

Compensation, Benefits & Perks:

• Competitive base salary: $85,000 - $115,000 (depending on experience)
• Performance-based bonus/incentive opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance
• Company-provided phone, laptop, and technology
• Training, certifications, and professional development opportunities
• Long-term advancement opportunities within a growing organization

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced restoration leader who wants to take ownership of mitigation operations, develop a strong team, and play a meaningful role in the continued growth of an organization.

All inquiries are CONFIDENTIAL.

For more information, contact:

Email: Taylor.Horace@gogpac.com | Call/Text: (618) 408-2693

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

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