Utility-Scale Trenching Division Leader

R-2 Contractors; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

5-Year Employment Appreciation Bonus

Job summary

R-2 Contractors in Gilbert, AZ is seeking an accomplished Utility-Scale Trenching Division Manager to lead a nationwide trenching division. This executive role focuses on building a high-performing organization delivering safe, productive underground conduit installation projects.

You will oversee all trenching operations, develop leaders, strengthen customer relationships, and drive long-term division growth, traveling ~25% to project sites and coordinating cross-functional teams for successful

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of heavy civil or underground utility construction experience in utility-scale projects.
• Proven ability to lead multiple trenching crews and large-scale underground installations.
• Strong knowledge of high-production trenching, bedding placement, and restoration practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for trenching operations across multiple projects.
• Build and mentor a high-performing team of field leaders.
• Lead high-production trenching and underground conduit installation activities.
• Ensure resources are planned and coordinated to support project execution.
• Coordinate trenching resources and scheduling to maximize efficiency.
• Ensure safety, quality, and conformance to project specifications.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Safety

Communication

Problem solving

Travel readiness

Tools

Tesmec trenchers

Vermeer trenchers

rock saws

cable lay box systems

GPS grade control

Job description

R-2 Contractors in Gilbert, AZ is seeking an accomplished Utility-Scale Trenching Division Manager to lead a nationwide trenching division. This executive role focuses on building a high-performing organization delivering safe, productive underground conduit installation projects.

You will oversee all trenching operations, develop leaders, strengthen customer relationships, and drive long-term division growth, traveling ~25% to project sites and coordinating cross-functional teams for successful