Construction Area Manager - Belmont, NH

Job ID:  518522

Pike Industries, Inc., a subsidiary and integral part of CRH, is a leading Highway Contractor and the largest producer of Hot Mix Asphalt and Construction Aggregates in New England. Pike has experienced continual growth over the years and currently employs nearly 1,000 people throughout NH, ME and VT. The dedication, knowledge, and quality workmanship of our employees is what makes the company such a great success.  If you’re looking for a challenging career at a company that will reward your efforts, look no further.  Take the first step and apply for an exciting opportunity to gain top notch industry experience and pave the road to your success.  All Roads Lead Here!

Position Overview

The Area Manager will directly oversee construction related operations within his/her designated area from helping to develop bid strategy to project execution.  Equally important is the ability to “Think big Picture” for company resources and customer relationships.  The Area Manager will also be responsible for providing a safe workplace for employees, developing employees for future roles, and customer/community relations.  The Area Manager will take the lead in ensuring all lines of business are working together in order to meet the overarching company goal of maximizing material sales and overall profitability.  The Area Manager will lead by example by demonstrating the core competences required for the position.

Competencies

• Safety Focused:  Promotes a culture of safety in the workplace and demonstrates the importance of safe production for all employees.
• Drives Results: Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
• Cultivates Innovation: Creating new and better ways for the organizations to be successful.
• Attracts & Develops Talent: Attracting and selecting the best talent to meeting current and future business needs. Developing people to meet both their career goals and the organization’s goals.
• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shares objectives.
• Optimizes Work Processes: Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Business Insight: Applying knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization’s goals.
• Builds Effective Teams: Building strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.
• Customer Focus: Building strong customer relations and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Manages Complexity: Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Overall responsibility for paving and construction activities within respective area including establishing costs for bidding, bid analysis, executing bids, and completing projects on time and on budget.  Oversight of entire process from pre-bid to project completion.
• A complete understanding of the market, the players in the market (competitors/customers) and how best to balance internal construction activities and external sales with the goal of maximizing overall company profitability.
• Develop and maintain a strong competency and understanding in the software used by the company to assist in analysis, forecasting, bid strategy and cost estimates.
• Develop and maintain customer relationships with the DOT, General Contractors, Municipalities and other key accounts such as larger HMA installers with a focus on instilling customer loyalty by providing top quality materials, workmanship, and service.
• Planning and coordination of people, equipment, materials, etc. between various divisions and customers.
• Manage all construction contracts including cost projections and change orders within the area; ensure proper staffing of project supervision, crews, traffic control, laborers, equipment, subcontractors, etc.
• Oversee scheduling of construction crews, trucks, and oversee all projects to ensure project execution and build out.

• Provide effective communication and long-term planning to the Pike team to drive a high level of performance.
• Estimate construction paving projects in identified market area using company software system
• Knowledgeable of Construction Market Segment – municipal market matrix (tons/ASP by municipality), competitor backlog and capacity, competitor bonding capacity, key paving customer accounts.
• Prepare and submit cost estimates for review and bid packages to owners.
• Manage contracts within territory (Bid-Build-Bill).
• Oversee a successful project “life cycle” (Bid  Schedule  Build  Bill  Closeout).
• Coordination of People and Equipment.

• Adhere to any and all state and federal regulations, if applicable, as set forth by the US Department of Transportation (DOT), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), or any other regulatory agency.

SAFETY

• Oversee and participate in Safety Committee meetings/activities, Toolbox Talks, Whiteboard meetings, and other Company policies and key initiatives.
• Responsible for ensuring employees are engaged in safety and assessing risks.
• Promote a safe work environment and ensure regulatory compliance with OSHA, MUTCD Manual and applicable DOT specifications.
• Implement and promote the Corporate Safety, Health & Environmental Plan; apply to field operations on various projects.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the company’s policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
• Assist with interviewing and hiring process as necessary.
• Planning, assigning, and directing work.
• Willingness to develop subordinates’ technical and leadership skills and make recommendations for new job opportunities when appropriate.
• Effective management of employee performance through coaching, feedback (written and verbal), rewards, and discipline when necessary.  Must be able to establish and communicate goals/expectations for individuals, crew, and projects.
• Appraising performance, including annual evaluations and new employee 60-day evaluations.
• Addressing complaints and resolving problems in a timely manner.
• Lead by example.
• Ability to get work done through others using effective delegation, scheduling, and time management practices.

• Work in conjunction with HR team to ensure workforce sustainability, development, and succession.

Additional Responsibilities

• Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Report to the assigned job site ready to begin work at the designated start time.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Environmental, Health & Safety Manual.
• Strict adherence to Pike policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Manual.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required. 

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S. or B.E.) from a four-year college; three to five years in the construction materials business with specific experience in paving, installation, earthwork and utilities and a working knowledge of road reclamation and milling as well as transportation and delivery. 
• Previous supervisory experience.

General Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, contracts, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  The ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to speak effectively to customers or employees of organization.
• Must have strong people skills, a proven track record of successful job and team management from start to finish; must have the ability to cultivate valuable customer/employee relationships; successfully manage multiple jobs simultaneously; and have a keen business sense. 
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal, computer skills and knowledge of state DOT regulations and OSHA are a must.
• Must have the demonstrated ability to:

• Maintain strong customer, supplier, and community relationships. 
• Effectively manage and motivate a workforce.
• Resolve conflict.
• Display a courteous and professional attitude when dealing with co-workers and the public.
• Communicate effectively with entire workforce, customers, and community officials.
• Obtain optimum production in a safe environment.

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and dependable transportation to and from the job site.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Must possess and have working knowledge to complete necessary mathematical calculations.
• Must demonstrate the ability to use a computer to communicate and analyze data.  This includes but is not limited to the use of Outlook, MS Office programs, construction software and web-based programs.
• Be familiar with all roles, equipment, and tasks associated with your project(s) and have the ability and willingness to fill in on any role or task as necessary.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near heavy equipment and trucks and is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid outside weather conditions and extreme heat. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. Traffic patterns and traveling public are included in work environment.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Pike Industries, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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