Chief Executive Officer

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Location: Austin, Texas (On-Site Required | Relocation Available)

Compensation: Competitive Base Salary + Performance Bonus + Meaningful Equity Participation

Overview

E57 Partners is partnering with a private equity-backed HVAC platform company to identify a dynamic and execution-focused Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead the organization through its next phase of sustained growth.

This is not a traditional “buy and flip” investment. The sponsoring private equity firm is committed to a long-term value creation strategy, with a 10+ year horizon focused on building a market-leading platform through organic growth and strategic acquisitions.

The CEO will play a critical role in shaping the future of the business—driving operational excellence, scaling infrastructure, and leading a disciplined acquisition strategy while maintaining a strong culture rooted in performance and accountability.

Role Summary

The CEO will have full P&L ownership and will be responsible for driving growth, profitability, and long-term enterprise value. This individual will partner closely with the Board and private equity sponsors while leading a high-performing leadership team across operations, finance, sales, and M&A integration.

This role requires a hands-on operator who thrives in a growth-oriented, acquisition-driven environment and can balance strategy with execution.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Growth

• Define and execute a long-term growth strategy aligned with the private equity sponsor’s vision
• Drive both organic growth initiatives and expansion into new markets
• Identify and capitalize on market opportunities within the HVAC and broader essential services sector

M&A & Integration

• Lead the sourcing, evaluation, and execution of add-on acquisitions
• Oversee integration of acquired businesses, ensuring operational alignment and synergy realization
• Build scalable playbooks for repeatable acquisition integration

Operational Excellence

• Establish and optimize operational processes, KPIs, and performance metrics
• Drive margin expansion through efficiency, pricing strategy, and cost discipline
• Ensure best-in-class service delivery and customer satisfaction

Leadership & Culture

• Build, develop, and lead a high-performing executive team
• Foster a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement
• Align leadership across the organization around growth and value creation objectives

Financial Performance

• Own full P&L responsibility, including budgeting, forecasting, and capital allocation
• Partner closely with the CFO and Board on financial strategy and performance tracking
• Deliver consistent, predictable financial results aligned with growth targets

Board & Investor Relations

• Serve as the primary interface with the Board of Directors and private equity sponsors
• Provide clear, data-driven updates on performance, strategy, and key initiatives
• Align on long-term value creation and execution milestones

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a CEO, President, or senior executive within HVAC, construction services, or a related field services platform
• Demonstrated success leading a private equity-backed business, preferably within a build-and-scale model
• Strong track record of driving both organic growth and M&A integration
• Deep operational expertise with the ability to scale systems, teams, and processes
• Financial acumen with experience managing P&L performance in a growth environment
• Experience building and leading high-performing leadership teams
• Ability to operate both strategically and tactically in a hands-on leadership role

Why This Opportunity

• Long-term private equity backing with a true platform-building strategy (10+ year horizon)
• Opportunity to lead and shape a high-growth HVAC platform in a fragmented, acquisition-rich market
• Meaningful equity participation aligned with long-term value creation
• Direct impact on building a market-leading organization from the ground up
• Relocation support available for the right candidate