Divisional Development Leader

The Divisional Development Leader (DDL) is responsible for developing people, strengthening leaders, and building training systems designed to improve performance and help our team reach its full potential. As Operations owns execution, this role owns training and development.

Note: Prior experience in construction is not a requirement for this role

Responsibilities include:

• Partnering with Operations and HR to onboard, train, and develop new team members
• Coaching, mentoring, and developing Crew Leaders and other future leaders
• Designing and implementing divisional training programs and curriculum
• Building leadership development and succession planning across the division
• Identifying workforce gaps and implementing plans to support growth
• Partnering with Recruiters to improve hiring success, retention, and readiness
• Developing systems that improve accountability and execution across the division
• Tracking and monitoring quality, safety, retention, training, and performance metrics
• Analyzing performance data and identifying ways to improve divisional productivity
• Identifying root causes impacting performance and developing improvement initiatives
• Conducting field visits to understand the full scope of operations and build relationships
• Gathering feedback from Operations and field personnel to drive continuous improvement
• Performing additional tasks related to divisional improvement as this role evolves

Experience & Requirements:

• Experience in Training, Safety, Operations, or HR in a leadership capacity
• Experience managing and/or developing training programs
• Familiarity with working in cross-functional collaborative roles
• Experience with developing and implementing SOP’s and setting KPI’s
• Experience conducting performance evaluations for multiple roles
• Excellent computer skills (Bluebeam, MS Office - UKG a plus)
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to handle multiple tasks at a time
• Strong ability to communicate, problem-solve and lead by example
• 30-Hour OSHA Certification (will train, if necessary)
• CPR & First Aid Certification (will train, if necessary)

Perks & Benefits:

• Company Vehicle w/ Fuel Card
• 10% Annual Performance Bonus
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance Options
• Short & Long-term Disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO) w/ 6 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) w/ 4% Matching
• Stock opportunities through Thompson’s ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
• Access to Thompson’s Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program
• Access to Training and Career Development through Thompson Concrete University

Starting Salary for this role is$75,000 to $105,000, (depending on experience) plus an opportunity to earn a 10% Annual Performance Bonus

If you’re ready to build a career that you can see and feel, then you belong here with us…

You belong at Thompson!

Why Thompson Concrete?

At Thompson Concrete, you're not just joining a company, you're becoming an owner. As a 100% Employee-Owned organization, (ESOP) each team member shares in the success they help create.

Founded by Scott Thompson in 1989, Thompson has grown from a local construction company in Carroll, Ohio, into one of the fastest-growing construction organizations in the region. Today, in addition to providing commercial concrete construction for data centers and other complex structural projects, we also lead the way in residential foundations, heavy excavation, concrete pumping, commercial waterproofing and restoration, and land surveying across Ohio, Indiana, West Virginia, and Kentucky.

Our growth is fueled by a commitment to developing great people, building strong leaders, and continuously improving our systems and capabilities. As we expand our footprint, grow our services, and pursue new opportunities, we are committed to seeking out the next generation of leaders who will help shape the future of our company.

Built on a culture of faith, safety, integrity, quality, teamwork, trust, respect, and empowerment, Thompson is dedicated to creating the best experience for our clients, communities, and families. If you're passionate about developing people, making an impact, and building something bigger than yourself, we'd love to have you on our team!

Thompson’s Mission, Vision & Values:

By honoring God, we will become nationally preferred concrete and excavation provider.

To entrust and empower our team to create the best experience for clients, communities, and families.

We will build lasting relationships based on:

• Faith – Walk the path of obedience with a conviction for giving back to our community near and afar.
• Safety – Commit to the health and wellbeing of ourselves and those around us through adherence to our safety policies to ensure every team member goes home safely to their families every day.
• Integrity – Live a “no excuses” existence, taking responsibility for our actions while appropriately recognizing others for their contributions.
• Quality – Stive for continuous improvement to ensure the highest level of long-lasting craftsmanship.
• Teamwork – Recognize the exponential value of “many “over “individual” to reach out goals.
• Trust – Be loyal to our teammates to the degree they know we are dedicated to having their backs.
• Respect – Treat others the way they deserved to be treated, lifting them up in times of need and appreciating their efforts.
• Empowerment – Entrust and equip our team members to reach their full leadership potential through mentorship, training, and patience.