Utility Scale Concrete Division Manager

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

Job summary

R-2 Contractors is seeking an accomplished Utility-Scale Concrete Division Manager to lead and grow the Concrete Division across the United States. The role entails strategic leadership for all utility-scale concrete operations, building a high-performing team, and ensuring safe, productive, and high-quality project delivery.

The position requires extensive travel and collaboration with executives to drive long-term growth.

Qualifications

• Experience leading large-scale structural concrete operations and multiple crews.
• Proven ability to develop leaders and build high-performing teams.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Track record of safety, quality, and schedule adherence.
• Ability to travel as required to support projects and customers.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for utility-scale concrete operations across multiple projects.
• Build and mentor a team of Superintendents, Foremen, and field leaders.
• Oversee all aspects of structural concrete construction and quality control.
• Coordinate concrete production, batch scheduling, placement sequencing, and logistics.
• Partner with Project Managers and leadership to ensure on-time project delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement, safety, and operational excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Project management

Operations management

Communication

Job description

Join Our Team at R-2 Contractors!

R-2 Contractors is seeking an accomplished and visionary Utility-Scale Concrete Division Manager to lead and grow our Concrete Division. This executive-level leadership role is responsible for building a high-performing organization that consistently delivers safe, productive, and high-quality utility-scale concrete construction projects across the United States.

Working in partnership with the Operations Manager and executive leadership, the Division Manager will oversee all aspects of structural concrete operations, including flatwork, spread footings, pedestals, short wall foundations, equipment foundations, reinforcing steel, anchor bolt assemblies, embedded items, concrete placement, finishing, curing, and quality control. 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 Concrete Division that reflects the R-2 standard of excellence.

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