Utility Scale Drilled Pier Foundation Division Manager

R-2 CONTRACTORS, INC; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health Insurance

401(k) Match

Employment Bonus

Job summary

R-2 Contractors seeks a Division Manager for its Utility-Scale Drilled Pier Foundation Division, based in Gilbert, AZ or Prineville, OR. Expect ~25% monthly travel to project sites nationwide.

This role leads multiple projects, mentors field leaders, and ensures safe, high-quality drilled pier foundations across the portfolio. You will collaborate with Project Managers and executives to deliver outcomes, drive efficiency, and uphold the company core values while fostering future leaders within

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of drilled foundation construction experience across large-scale projects.
• Proven experience leading multiple drilling crews and large operations.
• Strong knowledge of drilled piers, auguring, casing, reinforcement, and QC.
• Experience managing drilling rigs, equipment, tooling, and resources.
• Ability to plan production, scheduling, and budgeting; strong business acumen.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel to support projects; valid driver's license and background check.
• Commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for drilled pier foundation operations across multiple projects.
• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of field leaders.
• Lead all drilling activities: auguring, casing, spoil management, reinforcement, and concrete coordination.
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, materials, and subcontractors for project execution.
• Drive efficiency through planning, resource management, and production sequencing.
• Ensure safety, quality, and adherence to project specifications.
• Partner with Project Managers and senior leadership to deliver successful projects.
• Promote continuous improvement and uphold R-2 core values.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Team development

Safety leadership

Project leadership

Communication

Travel readiness

Job description

Join Our Team at R-2 Contractors!

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 Drilled Pier Foundation Division that reflects the R-2 standard of excellence.

Gilbert, AZ or Prineville, OR

• 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

$180k - $250k DOE

Position: Utility-Scale Drilled Pier Foundation 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 drilled pier foundation operations across multiple utility-scale construction projects
• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of Superintendents, Foremen, Drill Operators, and field leaders
• Lead all aspects of drilled pier foundation construction, including auguring, casing installation, spoil management, reinforcement placement, concrete coordination, and foundation quality control
• Ensure manpower, drilling equipment, tooling, materials, subcontractors, and resources are properly planned and coordinated to support project execution
• Coordinate drilling resources, support equipment, concrete placement, and production sequencing to maximize efficiency
• Ensure drilled foundations are installed safely, accurately, and in accordance with project specifications
• 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, equipment utilization, quality, 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 stakeholder
• 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 drilled foundation construction experience, including utility-scale power, renewable energy, transmission, substation, bridge, or large infrastructure projects
• Proven experience leading multiple drilling crews, Superintendents, and large-scale drilled foundation operations
• Strong knowledge of drilled piers, auguring methods, casing installation, spoil management, reinforcement placement, concrete placement coordination, and drilled foundation quality control
• Demonstrated experience managing large drilling rigs, support equipment, tooling, and foundation construction operations
• Working knowledge of drilling production planning, quality control, surveying, operational scheduling, 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, 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

• Builds a division where employees are engaged, developed, and proud to work
• Consistently delivers safe, productive, and high-quality drilled foundation construction
• Develops strong Superintendents, Foremen, Drill Operators, and future leaders
• Earns the trust and confidence of customers through reliable execution and exceptional performance
• Delivers drilled foundations that consistently meet or exceed project specifications for location, depth, diameter, and quality
• Plans proactively, communicates effectively, and resolves challenges before they impact productionContinuously 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.

• 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)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (company funded plans available for the entire family)
• 401(k) with 3% company match
• 5-Year Employment Appreciation Bonus

R-2 Contractors is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.