Job Description

Job Summary:

At Knife River, we take care of our teams because we know they are the foundation of our success. We are one of the nation’s largest construction materials producers and contractors, and our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. Join us and make an impact that will last for generations.

We have an excellent career opportunity for a Ready-Mix General Manager.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of Ready-Mix operations, fleet, maintenance, and concrete production activities.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including MSHA, OSHA, EPA, and environmental requirements.
• Manage capital improvement projects, including budgeting, planning, execution, and return-on-investment analysis.
• Lead and develop operations, sales, and support teams to achieve safety, service, quality, and profitability objectives in our Metro and Willamette Valley Divisions.
• Research, evaluate, and implement innovative products, technologies, and processes that improve safety, operational efficiency, and reduce environmental impact, including carbon reduction initiatives.
• Effective communicator and collaborative leader, capable of navigating high-pressure situations while fostering positive working relationships.
• Evaluate and resolve operational challenges related to materials, production, quality, equipment performance, and customer service.
• Manage employee relations matters professionally and effectively while supporting workforce engagement and retention.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Proven leadership and management experience in construction materials, ready mix concrete, aggregates, or a related industry.
• Demonstrated responsibility for profit and loss (P&L) management and financial performance.
• Experience managing concrete production, fleet operations, and equipment maintenance programs.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to lead teams effectively in fast-paced and high-pressure environments.
• Self-motivated leader with a collaborative management style and a commitment to developing people.
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment background check, physical/functional assessment, and drug screening.
• Commitment to maintaining a professional, respectful, and customer-focused work environment.

Additional Information

Benefits:

Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Safety Incentives
• Years of Service Recognition

How To Apply:

To be considered for this position, candidates must complete and submit an employment application at https://www.kniferiver.com/careers/ by the posting deadline noted above. If unable to complete an application online you may print and send completed application to any Knife River NW address or stop in one of our locations to complete an application. Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law.

If you are an individual with a qualified disability as defined by federal, state, or local law and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application for any reason, please contact your state employment agency or you may call 541-693-5960 to speak with a human resources representative.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.

Veterans: Put Your Skills to Work with Us!

At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smoothly as possible. There are many jobs within the military that are transferable to this position:

Air Force:

• Engineering Superintendent

Army:

• Construction Engineering Technician

Navy:

• Construction Planner and Estimator Specialist
• Ship Type Planning and Estimating Superintendent

Marines:

• Combat Engineer Officer
• Basic Engineer, Construction, Facilities and Equipment Officer