Utility Scale Concrete Division Manager

R-2 Contractors

$180K — $250K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in structural concrete construction, ideally with utility-scale or large infrastructure projects
  • Experience managing and leading multiple crews and large concrete operations
  • In-depth knowledge of concrete methods including flatwork and foundations
  • Proficient in coordinating production schedules and logistics for concrete placement
  • Strong financial acumen with a track record of managing operational budgets
  • Demonstrated capability in building and developing high-performing teams
  • Effective leadership and communication skills, with a focus on problem-solving

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic leadership across multiple utility-scale concrete projects
  • Build and mentor a team of Superintendents and field leaders
  • Oversee all structural concrete construction processes
  • Coordinate planning and execution of concrete production and logistics
  • Ensure quality and schedule adherence in construction foundations
  • Foster collaboration with Project Managers and leadership for project success
  • Identify opportunities for operational improvement and efficiency

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday pay
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options
  • 401(k) plan with 3% company match
  • Incentives such as a 5-Year Employment Appreciation Bonus
Full Job Description
Position: Utility-Scale Concrete Division Manager
Location: Gilbert, AZ or Prineville, OR
Travel Requirements:
  • Approximately 25% travel each month to project sites nationwide is required
  • Additional travel may be required to support critical project meetings, customer meetings, leadership meetings, safety initiatives, quality audits, compliance activities, or other business needs
Salary: $180k - $250k DOE

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide strategic leadership for all utility-scale concrete operations across multiple projects
  • Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of Superintendents, Foremen, and field leaders
  • Lead all aspects of structural concrete construction, including flatwork, spread footings, pedestals, short wall foundations, equipment foundations, reinforcing steel, anchor bolt assemblies, embedded items, concrete placement, finishing, curing, and quality control
  • Coordinate reinforcing steel installation, formwork, embedded items, anchor bolt assemblies, concrete production, pump operations, batch scheduling, placement sequencing, finishing, and curing activities
  • Ensure foundations are constructed to meet quality, dimensional, elevation, and schedule requirements
  • Ensure manpower, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and resources are properly planned and coordinated to support project execution
  • Partner closely with Project Managers, Operations Leadership, Estimating, and executive leadership to ensure successful project delivery
  • Drive operational consistency through planning, communication, accountability, and execution
  • Monitor production, productivity, quality, equipment utilization, and overall operational performance
  • Support project planning, scheduling, forecasting, budgeting, and resource management
  • Develop future leaders through coaching, mentorship, performance management, and succession planning
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, General Contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and project stakeholders
  • Identify opportunities to improve productivity, efficiency, safety, quality, and operational performance throughout the division
  • Champion continuous improvement initiatives while reinforcing company processes and best practices
  • Promote a culture where safety is always the highest priority
  • Lead by example while living and reinforcing the R-2 Core Values every day
Requirements:
  • Minimum 10 years of structural concrete construction experience, including utility-scale power, renewable energy, industrial, or large infrastructure projects
  • Proven experience leading multiple crews, Superintendents, and large-scale structural concrete operations
  • Strong knowledge of flatwork, spread footings, pedestals, short wall foundations, equipment foundations, reinforcing steel, anchor bolt assemblies, embedded items, concrete placement, finishing, curing, and quality control
  • Demonstrated experience coordinating concrete production, batch scheduling, pump operations, placement sequencing, and concrete logistics
  • Strong financial and business acumen with experience managing operational budgets and project performance
  • Proven ability to build, lead, and develop high-performing teams
  • Excellent leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to build strong working relationships with customers, project teams, and executive leadership
  • Demonstrated commitment to safety, accountability, operational excellence, and quality workmanship
  • Ability to travel as required to support projects, customers, and company operations
  • Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
  • Ability to successfully complete pre-employment drug screening and background check
What Success Looks Like:
The successful Concrete Division Manager:
  • Builds a division where employees are engaged, developed, and proud to work
  • Consistently delivers safe, productive, and high-quality utility-scale concrete construction
  • Develops strong Superintendents, Foremen, and future leaders
  • Earns the trust and confidence of customers through reliable execution and exceptional quality
  • Plans proactively, communicates effectively, and resolves challenges before they impact production
  • Continuously strengthens the division through improved people, systems, processes, and operational performance
Our Leadership Philosophy:
At R-2 Contractors, technical expertise may open the door-but leadership is defined by how you develop people, build teams, and live our Core Values.
Our leaders are expected to:
  • Lead with integrity, humility, professionalism, and accountability
  • Put the safety and success of their people first
  • Coach, mentor, and develop future leaders
  • Build trust through consistent execution and open communication
  • Foster teamwork while empowering others to make decisions and grow
  • Hold themselves and others accountable to the highest standards
  • Protect and strengthen the culture that makes R-2 different
  • Leave the division stronger than they found it
The R-2 Core Values
PRIDE - We take ownership of our work, our people, our equipment, and our reputation. Every project reflects the pride we have in our craft.
  • Do What's Right
  • Put Your Name On It
  • Never Accept Mediocrity
  • I Am R-2
  • Grow or Die
GRIT - We embrace challenges, solve problems, overcome adversity, and never allow obstacles to define our success.
  • Dig Deep and Grind It Out
  • Give It Your All
  • Do What It Takes
  • Dedication
OWN IT! - We don't make excuses or point fingers. We own the outcome, communicate early, solve problems, and continually improve ourselves and our teams.
  • Do What You Say
  • Be Accountable
  • If You Ain't First, You're Last
  • Accept Criticism
  • Own Your Position
Benefits:
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)/Holiday Pay
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (company funded plans available for the entire family)
  • 401(k) with 3% company match
  • 5-Year Employment Appreciation Bonus

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