Our client is a highly reputable leader in supplying and contracting road construction projects. They are hiring a Division General Manager (Road Construction), who is highly experienced in the areas of road construction (primarily asphalt), estimating, and project management to manage and inspire day-to-day operations, aligned to business objectives. Our client is looking for an exceptional leader, who can develop and motivate a world-class team.
The Division General Manager will be responsible for providing leadership, direction, P&L management, staff development and cultivating relationships with new and existing customer bases. The ideal candidate will be production-oriented and have a strong background in hands-on fieldwork.
This Role Offers:
Outstanding company culture with a focus on camaraderie, respect, and lack of bureaucracy.
Highly competitive base salary, plus comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental, 401(k), etc.
Exceptionally strong financial standing, and an emphasis on maximizing what they can achieve out of each project.
Belief in employees as the foundation of the company, providing opportunities, and encouraging growth and development.
Established, respected company with an excellent industry reputation.
Strong safety culture and safety performance throughout the company.
Focus:
Provide leadership in all facets of asphalt paving, aggregate supplying operations, and the overall direction of the division.
Build and maintain strong relationships with employees, management, executive leadership, customers, and vendors/contractors.
Establish project deliverables including scope of work, goals, and deliverables together with internal teams to support business objectives.
Strategize and monitor scheduling, forecasting workforce needs to meet project completion.
Identify and recommend resources to reach project goals and manage day-to-day operational aspects of projects.
Ensure effective coaching/development/performance feedback to all direct reports in order to develop a strong and competent team.
Develop and implement process improvements, innovative ideas, and cost optimizations to support overall business goals.
Utilize best practices and execute in a fast-paced construction environment.
Skill Set:
15+ years of experience in construction, engineering, and/or project management.
Well-developed people management, motivation, and leadership skills.
Bachelor's degree or higher in related field - preferred.
Project management or engineering certifications, a plus.
Ability to handle multiple projects including organization, documentation, scheduling, and task completion, ensuring timely and in-budget delivery.
Strong background in the asphalt paving, concrete paving, mass grading, and/or horizontal heavy highway construction industries.
Understanding of KPIs and cost engineering as they relate to project management.
Proven ability to interpret structural, architectural, and mechanical construction documents.
Knowledge of safety and continuous improvement best practices.
Strong leadership and communication skills; able to coordinate between departments and with vendors, stakeholders, and customers.
Confidence in customer-facing aspects.
Excellent time management, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.