Head of Utility-Scale Civil Construction

R-2 Contractors, Inc.; Gilbert (AZ); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO/Holiday Pay

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with 3% company match

5-Year Employment Appreciation Bonus

Job summary

R-2 Contractors, Inc. seeks an accomplished Utility-Scale Heavy Civil Division Manager to lead and grow our Heavy Civil Division across the United States.

This executive role drives safe, productive, high-quality projects including mass earthwork, site development, drainage, and erosion control. You will mentor leaders, coordinate with Project Managers and executives, and champion continuous improvement while maintaining the highest safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of Heavy Civil construction experience
• Experience leading multiple crews and large-scale Heavy Civil operations
• Knowledge of mass grading, earthwork, drainage systems, stormwater infrastructure, erosion and sediment control
• Financial acumen with budgets and project performance
• Ability to travel up to 25% monthly and manage field operations
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass pre-employment drug screen

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for Heavy Civil operations across multiple projects
• Build and mentor a high-performing team of Superintendents, Foremen, and field leaders
• Lead earthwork, site development, drainage, erosion control, and related civil construction operations
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and resources for project execution
• Partner with Project Managers, Estimating, and leadership to ensure delivery
• Drive planning, communication, accountability, and execution to ensure consistency
• Monitor productivity, quality, equipment utilization, and operational performance
• Support scheduling, budgeting, and resource management
• Develop future leaders through coaching and mentorship
• Build strong relationships with customers, GC’s, subcontractors, and stakeholders
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, safety, and performance
• Champion continuous improvement and reinforce company processes and core values
• Promote safety as a top priority
• Lead by example in line with R-2 Core Values

Skills

Heavy Civil construction

Leadership

Multi-site management

Project planning

Budget management

Safety focus

Communication skills

Tools

GPS machine control

Grading technology

Production management systems

Job description

Join Our Team at R-2 Contractors!

R-2 Contractors is seeking an accomplished and visionary Utility-Scale Heavy Civil Division Manager to lead and grow our Heavy Civil Division. This executive-level leadership role is responsible for building a high-performing organization that consistently delivers safe, productive, and high-quality utility-scale civil construction projects across the United States.
Working in partnership with the Operations Manager and executive leadership, the Division Manager will oversee all aspects of Heavy Civil operations, including mass earthwork, site development, grading, drainage systems, erosion and sediment control, and related civil construction activities. This individual will be responsible for developing people, improving operational performance, strengthening customer relationships, and driving long-term division growth.
Success in this role is measured not only by operational excellence, but by the ability to build exceptional leaders, earn the confidence of customers, and create a division that reflects the R-2 standard of excellence.

Position: Utility-Scale Heavy Civil 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 Heavy Civil operations across multiple utility-scale construction projects
• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of Superintendents, Foremen, and field leaders
• Lead all aspects of earthwork, grading, site development, stormwater infrastructure, erosion control, and related civil construction operations
• 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, and project stakeholders
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, efficiency, safety, and operational performance across 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 Heavy Civil construction experience, including utility-scale power, renewable energy, or large infrastructure projects
• Proven experience leading multiple crews, Superintendents, and large-scale Heavy Civil operations
• Strong knowledge of mass grading, earthwork, drainage systems, stormwater infrastructure, erosion and sediment control, GPS machine control, grading technology, and production management
• Demonstrated experience with production planning, scheduling, manpower forecasting, equipment planning, and resource allocation
• 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, and operational excellence
• 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 Heavy Civil Division Manager:

• Builds a division where employees are engaged, developed, and proud to work
• Consistently delivers safe, productive, and high-quality utility-scale Heavy Civil projects
• Develops strong Superintendents, Foremen, and future leaders
• Earns the trust and confidence of customers through reliable execution and exceptional service
• 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

Ready to Join Our Team?
If you're ready to lead one of the premier Heavy Civil divisions in the utility-scale power industry while building exceptional people, delivering outstanding projects, and shaping the future of R-2 Contractors, we'd love to hear from you.
At R-2 Contractors, we don't simply move earth—we build infrastructure, develop leaders, strengthen teams, and create a culture that refuses to settle for anything less than excellence.
Apply today and help us build what's next.

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