Area Operations Leader, Materials & Plant Efficiency

Granite Construction Incorporated; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 161,000 - 266,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) match

Paid holidays

Job summary

Granite Construction is seeking a seasoned leader to head production, maintenance and logistics for our construction materials operations in Southern California. The role oversees Aggregates, Asphalt and Recycled materials, with a focus on safety, efficiency, and cost control in a business generating substantial revenue.

The position requires a strong background in mining/material processing, long-term leadership experience, and the ability to drive continuous improvement while managing capital

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mining engineering, engineering, construction management, or equivalent work experience required.
• 15+ years’ experience in a mining and material processing environment.
• Minimum 10+ years management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead production of aggregates, asphalt, and concrete ensuring targets, quality and safety.
• Manage budgets and schedules; optimize resource utilization and downtime.
• Enforce safety, health, environmental, and quality protocols; mentor team.

Skills

Leadership

Safety leadership

Budgeting

Operations management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mining engineering, engineering, construction management, or equivalent

Job description

Granite Construction is seeking a seasoned leader to head production, maintenance and logistics for our construction materials operations in Southern California. The role oversees Aggregates, Asphalt and Recycled materials, with a focus on safety, efficiency, and cost control in a business generating substantial revenue.

The position requires a strong background in mining/material processing, long-term leadership experience, and the ability to drive continuous improvement while managing capital