General Manager

Job ID:  489416

Western Rock Products, is A CRH Company. Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees.  We strive to be The Preferred Source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services.  We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.   

Position Overview

Lead and manage the operating company in all aspects of safety, strategy, aggregate, asphalt, ready mix concrete, construction operations, sales, financial accounting, equipment management and critical support functions.  Primary responsibilities include ensuring effective execution of company operational performance and growth strategies.  A successful General Manager will foster and sustain a positive, effective, and efficient work environment that is aligned with the purpose of our business which is to be The Preferred Source for each of our stakeholders. 

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

The ideal candidate will demonstrate prior experience and/or the capability to:

• Successfully lead a vertically integrated business with aggregates, asphalt, construction and ready mix concrete.
• Drive commercial and operational performance improvements to meet or exceed company goals.
• Develop and achieve annual operating budgets.
• Develop and execute capital expenditure plans.  
• Build effective teams and develop (direct reports) for future opportunities.
• Lead team in personal performance management, training and development, succession planning and effective recruiting, selection, hiring, training and retaining.
• Develop and execute strategic plans and initiatives.
• Collaborate with peers and provide leadership and support for national, division and region performance committees and improvement initiatives.
• Ensure the company is in compliance with all federal, state and local laws concerning safety, environmental impact, health and welfare and accounting regulations.
• Conform to and maintain MSHA, OSHA, DOT and all other company or government rules and regulations.

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• BS Degree and or High School diploma with 15 or more years’ experience in the industry.
• Bachelors Degree and/or Masters Degree in applicable field preferred.
• Experience in strategic planning and execution.
• Demonstrated success in managing large groups of employees.
• Proven ability to develop relationships and to work with teams as both a leader and a participant.
• Ability to prepare annual budgets and work with and/or administer budget; ability to answer questions and present financial data to Regional President and others.
• Demonstrate strong financial and safety performance.

Our Stakeholders

• Customers—to be recognized as The Preferred Source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving, and construction services by:
  • Providing customers with exceptional value (combination of quality, service, and price as defined by the customer).
  • Imbuing the operating company with strong external sales and leveraging-our-portfolio orientation.
  • Embracing and sustaining commercial performance system.
• Employees—to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of employees by:
  • Leading and sustaining a Zero Harm safety culture with absolute commitment to zero injuries and accidents.
  • Empowering and positively supporting employees by aligning responsibility and accountability.
  • Developing a leadership pipeline using talent management systems and ongoing coaching.
  • Provide vision, leadership, and ensure there is the appropriate support structure for employees to effectively execute the businesses safety, growth and performance strategies.  
• Shareholders—to deliver consistent and industry leading performance and growth by:
  • Owning and delivering financial budgets and targets.
  • Understanding market and optimizing volumes, pricing, and market share.
  • Continuously seeking growth and improvement opportunities in new markets and with new products.
• Neighbors—to be a good corporate citizen by:
  • Operating the company in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner.
  • Actively seeking to improve our industry and community.

General Managers are expected to embrace and exhibit our CRH values:

• People are our priority
• Character is our strength
• Performance is our commitment
• Innovation is our way forwar

Language/Communication Skills

• Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.  Ability to write correspondence precisely.  Ability to effectively present information in one on one and group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills; building rapport, listening, presenting, giving and receiving feedback.
• Possess excellent oral and written communication skills. 

Work Environment

• Much of the time is spent in an office setting with sedentary conditions
• Will be exposed to dust, noise, heavy equipment, seasonal temperatures and live traffic during field visits.
• Ability to drive long distances as needed to visit projects, plants or material sites

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.  Other duties may be assigned as required.  Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and 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 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!

Western Rock Products, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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