Aggregate Multiple Plants Manager

Barrett Paving Materials Inc. is a leader in heavy civil construction, specializing in aggregate production, asphalt plants, paving services, and road construction. With our people-first culture, we uphold the highest standards of safety, environmental conservation, and ethical conduct. As part of the Colas Group, the global leader in transportation infrastructure, we are committed to excellence. Learn more at www.barrettpaving.com.

Barrett Paving, and the rest of the Colas USA Family of Companies, is part of the Colas Group, the worldwide leader in transportation infrastructure construction and maintenance. For information on our international network visit www.colas.com. 

Job Summary

The Aggregate Multiple Plants Manager is responsible for providing leadership, direction, and operational oversight for multiple sand and gravel operations and limestone quarries producing approximately 3 million tons of aggregates annually. This role ensures safe, efficient, and high-quality production while driving continuous improvement, operational excellence, and a positive team culture across all assigned sites.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and support plant supervisors to ensure efficient daily operations at all facilities.
• Develop, manage, and monitor budgets and forecasts for assigned plant sites; forecast raw material needs and implement operational plans to reduce production costs.
• Review and analyze production, quality control, maintenance, and operational reports to identify and resolve nonconformities or production issues.
• Develop and implement operational methods and procedures to eliminate issues, improve product quality, and enhance overall production efficiency.
• Compile, maintain, and present production and financial data and analysis to management.
• Monitor inventory levels and work with plant teams to prevent product loss and contamination.
• Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to evaluate and lead operational performance across sites.

Main Responsibilities Continued

• Implement effective maintenance planning practices to minimize downtime, coordinate maintenance scheduling with internal shops and external service providers.
• Ensure plant sites are clean, organized, and compliant with housekeeping standards.
• Identify opportunities for operational expansion or improvement in response to market changes.
• Ensure consistent adoption and adherence to policies and procedures across the aggregate department.
• Oversee regulatory compliance and ensure all legal documentation is filed accurately and on time.
• Provide guidance and direction to employees; monitor activities to ensure safe and productive work practices.
• Clearly communicate job expectations and performance standards.
• Promote and maintain a positive work environment and team culture.
• Manage escalated employee performance matters professionally and effectively.

Skills

• Proven experience in aggregates, drilling, blasting, dragline and dredge experience.
• 5-10 years of leadership experience preferred, with a demonstrated ability to coach and develop teams.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations including OSHA/MSHA, DEQ, and DOT as applicable to aggregate operations.
• Experience with budgeting, financial analysis, and cost controls preferred.
• Highly self-directed, motivated, and capable of operating with minimal supervision.
• Strong leadership abilities with experience empowering and developing others.
• Excellent prioritization and problem-solving skills; able to manage multiple competing demands under daily operational pressure.
• Proficient in computers and mobile devices, including Microsoft Office and similar applications.
• Valid driver’s license with the ability to maintain a clean motor vehicle record.

Education

• Degree or equivalent experience/education in mining, manufacturing, civil or related engineering field

Physical Requirements

•    Ability to work variable hours and shifts, including Saturdays, as needed. 
•    Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions. 
•    Ability to stand, walk, sit, reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl as required. 
•    Willingness to travel out of town for training or seminars. 
•    Exposure to mechanical equipment, moving parts, heights, airborne particles, fumes, chemicals, electrical hazards, and vibration. 
•    Moderate noise levels in typical working environments. 

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