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Prime Retail

Senior HR Generalist

Flowery Branch, GA · On-site

$63K - $81K/yr

Prime Retail Services is a nationwide retail construction General Contractor helping brands bring their spaces to life with precision and professionalism. Since 2003, we've delivered retail ...

CDR Companies

Debris Monitor - Locals Preferred

Hayesville, NC

$13.50 - $16.75/hr

... contractors following a disaster. This includes ensuring debris removal activities are completed in ... General Duties: * Observe and document debris removal operations to ensure compliance with Federal ...

Road Tested Parts LLC

General Laborer

Carnesville, GA · On-site

$18/hr

The General Laborer plays a crucial role in supporting dismantling and production process in the yard. This position is essential for ensuring that work sites are safe, organized, and efficient ...

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General Labor

Gainesville, GA · On-site

$14.50 - $18.25/hr

General Laborer (Day Labor) Industry: Construction, landscaping, maintenance, or other manual labor projects Work Type: Day labor / temporary staffing Job Overview A general laborer in day labor ...

SA Recycling

General Labor

Gainesville, GA · On-site

$15 - $18.75/hr

The tasks will include, but are not limited to: general housekeeping, Inspecting metal processing, upgrading, and assisting technical workers. A laborer shall be able to learn new skills on the job ...

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How much do general contractor jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for general contractor in Cleveland, GA is $26.12, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.61 and $30.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a general contractor?

General contractors are professionals or companies responsible for overseeing and managing construction projects from start to finish. They coordinate and supervise subcontractors, source materials, handle permits, and ensure that the project is completed on time and within budget. General contractors serve as the main point of contact between clients and all parties involved in the construction process, ensuring quality and safety standards are met.

What are some common challenges a general contractor might face when managing multiple subcontractors on a large construction project?

General Contractors often encounter challenges in coordinating schedules, ensuring consistent communication, and maintaining quality standards across multiple subcontractors. Delays from one subcontractor can impact the entire project timeline, so effective project management and contingency planning are essential. Additionally, General Contractors must regularly monitor progress, address conflicts or misunderstandings promptly, and ensure that all work complies with safety and regulatory requirements. Strong leadership and organizational skills are key to overcoming these challenges and delivering successful projects.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a general contractor?

To thrive as a General Contractor, you need a solid understanding of construction methods, project management, budgeting, and building codes, often supported by a relevant degree or significant hands-on experience. Familiarity with construction management software, estimating tools, and relevant safety certifications like OSHA are typically required. Strong leadership, negotiation, and communication skills help manage subcontractors, clients, and complex timelines effectively. These abilities are crucial for delivering projects safely, on time, and within budget while maintaining quality standards.
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Infographic showing various General Contractor job openings in Cleveland, GA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,322 per year, or $26.1 per hour.

Outside Contractor Sales

Moore's Lumber and Hardware

Dahlonega, GA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 24 days ago

Job description

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Customer Service:
    • Practice excellent customer service
    • Product knowledge expertise to assist contractors, remodelers, industrial accounts, and other professional customers
    • Call on contractor customers
    • Possess knowledge of competitor strengths and weaknesses and develop appropriate and accurate methods of presenting Morrison Terrebonne Lumber products and services as alternatives to those of competitors
    • Coordinate timing and special requirements for jobsite deliveries with delivery personnel
    • Maintain professional and courteous manner in dealing with customers in person or by telephone, text and e-mail
    • Participate in local builder associations as appropriate
    • As requested by the customer, perform material "takeoffs" - estimates of the specific items and quantities necessary to complete a customer's job
    • When quoting jobs, recommend to management any retail price adjustments necessary to ensure the customer's business. Price special orders from wholesale catalogs or online sources according to store and company guidelines for gross margins
    • Prospect for new customers by telephone and in person
    • Write orders and special orders using Morrison Terrebonne Lumber point-of-sale systems in an appropriate manner and so orders are processed completely and correctly by suppliers the first time
    • Provide management with regular reporting on sales performance, call history, and upcoming quoting opportunities

Budgets and Financial Performance:
  • Maintain budgeted or otherwise acceptable level of sales and gross margin across all product categories.
  • Maintain budgeted mix of customer accounts.

Safety & Loss Prevention:
  • Possess working knowledge of company and store security measures.
  • Act in an ethical and professional manner and always represent the company in a positive light.
  • Follow company or jobsite safety guidelines and basic safety practices at all times. Participate in regular store safety meetings.
  • Utilize care when driving to customer jobsites or other places of business.

Perform other duties similar to those above as assigned by the store manager's supervisor or other qualified corporate or platform representative.
Qualifications
Must be able to perform each duty and responsibility in a satisfactory manner. Qualifications include a minimum of 2-3 years of previous work experience dealing with retail sales of building materials and hardware to professional contractors. Must possess strong math, reading, writing, and speaking skills, and a personable and trustworthy demeanor. Must possess problem-solving ability and good organizational skills, and must be able to communicate using telephone, text and e-mail. Knowledge of lumber, building materials, blueprint reading, residential homebuilding, contractor sales, and general hardware merchandise is preferred. Must be able to lift and load merchandise weighing up to 100 lbs. for various amounts of time, lift and load merchandise over six feet off the ground, climb a ladder, drive to customer jobsites or other places of business, and maneuver safely at the store, in the yard or warehouse, and at jobsites. High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
CNRG offers a range of benefits for both Full Time and Part Time employees:
  • All levels of employment enjoy our fantastic employee discount
  • 401k with employer match
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Part-Time benefits include Vision, Dental, Critical Illness, and an Accident plan
  • Full-Time benefits include the additional benefits of Medical, Vision, Dental, LTD/AD&D, STD, Life Insurance, Dependent Life Insurance, Will prep services

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