Ready Mix Area Manager

Heidelberg Materials

$131K — $175K *
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in leadership roles within the ready mix or construction materials industry.
  • Strong operational acumen with the ability to handle management of multiple sites.
  • Proven track record of analyzing performance metrics and implementing solutions.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder engagement.
  • Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement principles.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the promotion of a safety-first culture in all operations.
  • Drive excellence in operational performance, ensuring quality and customer satisfaction.
  • Develop and mentor plant managers and frontline staff to reach organizational goals.
  • Oversee financial management, including budgeting and cost control in multiple locations.
  • Collaborate with customers and teams to enhance market presence and operational efficiency.

Benefits

  • Participation in the annual incentive plan.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company contributions.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Flexible spending and health savings accounts.
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
Full Job Description
Line of Business: RMC

Pay Range: $131,940.00 - $175,913.32

Ready Mix Area Manager

We are seeking an experienced Ready Mix Area Manager to oversee multiple ready mix operations across the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area. This leadership role is responsible for advancing a strong culture of safety, operational excellence, customer satisfaction, employee engagement, and financial performance while supporting the organization's strategic goals and long-term business objectives.

What You'll Be Doing
  • Lead and promote a strong safety culture across multiple ready mix locations and teams.
  • Drive operational performance, quality standards, and customer service excellence throughout the area.
  • Develop, coach, and support plant managers, supervisors, and frontline employees to achieve business objectives.
  • Manage area financial performance, including budgeting, production efficiency, asset utilization, and cost control.
  • Partner with customers, sales teams, and operational leaders to support growth, continuous improvement, and market competitiveness.

What Are We Looking For
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams, develop talent, and foster employee engagement and accountability.
  • Strong operational and business acumen with the capability to manage multiple locations and competing priorities.
  • Proven ability to analyze performance metrics, identify opportunities, and implement effective solutions.
  • Effective communication and relationship-building skills with employees, customers, and cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Commitment to safety, quality, compliance, and continuous improvement in a production or construction materials environment.

Work Environment

This position operates within ready mix production facilities, customer locations, and office environments. Regular travel between sites is required. The role may involve exposure to varying weather conditions, construction environments, moving equipment, noise, dust, and uneven terrain.

What We Offer
  • Competitive base salary and participation in our annual incentive plan.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions.
  • Highly competitive benefits programs, including:
    • Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits
    • Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
    • AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance
    • Paid Bonding Leave, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays

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