Area Manager, Concrete

Lehigh Hanson; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 162,000 - 224,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction materials company in Metro Vancouver is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to oversee ready mix concrete operations. Responsibilities include managing planning, sales, and labor relations, and ensuring safety compliance. Ideal candidates should possess a post-secondary degree and 7-10 years of management experience. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Annual incentive plan

Highly competitive benefits programs

Retirement savings plan with company contributions

Qualifications

• 7-10 years experience in a management role.
• Advanced interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of concrete products and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, sales, and operations of concrete operations.
• Manage safety initiatives and compliance requirements.
• Develop relationships with key customers and stakeholders.

Skills

Management experience

Financial management

Interpersonal skills

Customer management

Safety management

Education

Post-secondary degree

Job description

AutoReqId : 20273BR

Pay Class : Salaried Exempt

Minimum Pay Rate : $162,830.00

Maximum Pay Rate : $223,887.50

Department : Operations

Line of Business : Concrete

Position Type : Full-Time

Job Posting :

Heidelberg Materials is North Americas leading supplier of cement, aggregates, ready mix concrete, and asphalt. We have hundreds of plants and thousands of employees working across the United States and Canada. We are also part of Heidelberg Cement Group, one of the worlds largest building materials companies

This position is responsible for the management of Greater Vancouver area ready mix concrete operations. The primary responsibilities of this role are the oversight of planning, sales, operations, human resources, budgets, business targets, quality control and major customer account relationships.

What youll get to do

Manage the operations to maintain a competitive position in the market

Proactively manage safety and health initiatives to continuously improve the companys performance and promote the highest level of safety

Manage capital and fixed asset programs and set strategies that leverage the efficient use of those assets

Identify capital projects, oversee the development of AFEs and management of approved projects

Provide leadership and direction in the effective recruiting, training, and development of staff

Develop and maintain strong relationships with key customers and industry stakeholders in the market that will assist in recognizing and adapting the changing customer needs and emerging market trends

Effectively participate in cross business teams and other initiatives that contribute to the achievement of the overall Canada Region goals

Negotiate collective agreements and manage labour relations

Ensure compliance requirements are met through organizational and procedural measures including implementation of Group guidelines, completion of required training, and monitoring compliance

Maintain relationships with the local community, industry organizations and regulatory bodies

Essential Experience and Skills

Post-secondary degree combined with 7-10 years experience in a management role

Advanced interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and think strategically

Knowledge of concrete products, manufacturing processes, quality control and equipment

Demonstrated competence in the areas of financial management, performance management, problem-solving and decision-making

Knowledge in mining and processing of aggregates would be an asset

Proficient in customer management

Demonstrated accountability for employee safety, health and environment management programs

Proficient computer skills and demonstrated verbal and written communication skills

Work Environment

This position is primarily located indoors but requires conducting business in conditions that may include inclement weather, heat, humidity, elevated noise levels, dusty environment and moving mechanical equipment

Our pre-employment process includes : reference checks, a medical test, a criminal record check, and drivers abstract.

What we have to offer

Competitive base salary and participation in our annual incentive plan

Highly competitive benefits programs

Retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions