Region Aggregate Director - Central

At Knife River, our people-first culture and focus on operational excellence have made us one of the nation's leading construction materials producers and contractors. As a publicly traded company (NYSE: KNF), we combine the strength and resources of a national organization with the values, relationships and local focus that have defined our success for generations.

This position oversees regional aggregates operations, including planning, budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking, with a focus on safety, efficiency, and commercial excellence. Supports business growth under the Executive Vice President’s direction, while fostering a positive workplace culture and representing the company in community and corporate initiatives.

Wage Starting: $140,000

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelors’ degree in mining, construction, engineering or related field with seven years of progressively responsible management experience in a construction materials setting.

• Experience working and managing aggregate production facilities.

• Proficient knowledge in computer skills and computer software relative to construction materials industry.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage, lead and mentor others.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including making presentations.

Preferred Requirements:

• Advanced degree in mining, construction, engineering or related field with ten years experience in a construction materials setting.

• Significant knowledge of construction materials operations with strong emphasis on math and analytical skills.

Duties and/or Responsibilities:

• Responsible for developing and coordinating operational and commercial aggregates plans throughout the region.

• Responsible for developing, implementing, tracking and coordinating key performance indicators throughout the region for aggregates sales and operations.

• Works with regional leadership to support and promote key corporate safety, operational and commercial goals throughout the region.

• Works with regional leadership to support customer focus, quality standards, and margin expansion through dynamic pricing.

• Engaged in corporate strategic integration of growth opportunities within the region.

• Works to develop and maintain working relationships with major vendors and coordinates vendor alignment throughout the region.

• Provide leadership and vision to foster employee growth and retention.

• Ability to travel on short notice and for extended periods.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal and presentation).

• Strong organizational skills.

• Knowledge of computer systems and software.

• Able to work independently and under time contraints.

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