General Manager of Operations

Quikrete Heavy Construction Materials•Farmers Branch, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The General Manager is responsible for the overall performance of the Portable Ready-Mix business, including safety, operations, financial results, customer service, and employee development. This role provides strategic leadership across multiple locations and is accountable for achieving business goals, improving profitability, and supporting continued growth.

Requirements

Minimum of 10 years of experience in Ready Mix, concrete production, construction materials, or a related industry, including significant leadership experience.
Experience leading multi-site operations and managing teams effectively.
Strong understanding of Ready-Mix operations, production, dispatch, quality, and logistics.
Demonstrated experience managing financial performance, budgets, and profitability.
Strong business and strategic planning skills.
Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams.
Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with customers, employees, and senior leadership.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred. Equivalent industry and leadership experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Lead the Portable Ready-Mix business and ensure company goals and objectives are achieved.
Maintain a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
Manage overall financial performance, including revenue, expenses, budgets, forecasts, and profitability.
Develop and execute strategies to improve business performance and support profitable growth.
Provide leadership and oversight of plant operations, production, sales, dispatch, maintenance, quality, and fleet performance.
Partner with Sales to support pricing strategies, customer relationships, market growth, and business opportunities.
Monitor key financial and operational performance indicators and act when results are below expectations.
Develop and manage annual operating and capital budgets.
Identify opportunities to improve productivity, control costs, and increase operational efficiency.
Ensure products and services meet company quality standards and customer expectations.
Build, lead, and develop a strong team and establish clear performance expectations.
Partner with Human Resources on employee development, succession planning, and performance management.
Ensure appropriate staffing, equipment, and resources are available to meet business needs.
Maintain strong relationships with key customers and business partners.
Evaluate market conditions and identify opportunities and risks that may impact the business.
Provide regular updates to senior leadership regarding business performance, priorities, challenges, and opportunities.