Regional Asset Manager – Construction Equipment & Assets

Knife River - PressTress, Inc.; Tangent (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Health Savings & Flexible Spending

401K with Company Match

Profit Sharing

8 Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Safety Incentives

Years of Service Recognition

Job summary

Knife River - PressTress, Inc. is seeking a Division Asset Manager to oversee the management, maintenance, and optimization of assets across the division, including equipment, vehicles, facilities, and critical infrastructure.

You will lead a team of Equipment Managers and technicians, drive asset lifecycle strategies, manage budgets, monitor performance metrics, and align asset plans with divisional goals.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in a management-level role in the construction materials or construction industries.
• Strong understanding of asset lifecycle management, inventory systems, and maintenance practices.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Availability to travel approximately 40% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an accurate inventory of all assets within the division, including equipment, vehicles, and facilities, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Develop and manage budgets, negotiate contracts with vendors, and analyze costs to identify opportunities for savings while maintaining quality.
• Coordinate scheduled maintenance and repairs to minimize downtime and extend asset lifespan.
• Ensure all assets meet safety and regulatory standards, working closely with safety and compliance teams.
• Lead and mentor a team of Equipment Managers, technicians, and support staff, fostering professional growth and promoting teamwork.
• Manage relationships with suppliers and service providers for asset procurement, maintenance, and upgrades.
• Track equipment performance metrics, conduct inspections, and implement data‑driven improvements for efficiency and reliability.
• Prepare regular reports on asset utilization, costs, performance, and other metrics for divisional leadership review.
• Work with division and regional leadership to align asset management strategies with business goals.

Skills

Asset lifecycle management

Team leadership

Budgeting & cost analysis

Vendor management

Travel willingness

Asset management software

Tools

Asset management software

Job description

Knife River - PressTress, Inc. is seeking a Division Asset Manager to oversee the management, maintenance, and optimization of assets across the division, including equipment, vehicles, facilities, and critical infrastructure.

You will lead a team of Equipment Managers and technicians, drive asset lifecycle strategies, manage budgets, monitor performance metrics, and align asset plans with divisional goals.