Construction Operations Manager

At Knife River we take care of our team because we know its our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country and we are a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are the key to our success and we are committed to giving them the tools training and time to do their jobs productively and safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that in turn build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index.

Knife River Materials is seeking an experienced Construction Operations Manager to lead and oversee all construction operations south of Roseburg Oregon. Based in Medford OR this leadership role is responsible for driving operational performance safety project execution workforce management financial results and customer satisfaction across multiple construction projects and crews.

The ideal candidate is a strategic leader with strong operational expertise experience managing union workforces and a proven track record of delivering projects safely efficiently and profitably.

Major Responsibilities:

• Lead construction operations from pre-construction planning through project completion.
• Provide strategic oversight of scheduling labor allocation production equipment utilization and project execution.
• Ensure projects are completed safely on time within scope and within budget.
• Partner with project teams customers subcontractors and regulatory agencies to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Oversee development and execution of project schedules and monitor progress throughout the project lifecycle.
• Review and analyze monthly financial reports work-in-progress reports and daily cost reports to drive operational and financial performance.
• Champion a culture of safety by conducting safety meetings supporting investigations and ensuring compliance with Knife Rivers I Choose Safety programs.
• Lead workforce planning dispatching recruiting and team development efforts.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers community partners trade organizations and industry stakeholders.
• Complete operational regulatory and administrative documentation accurately and on time.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive construction management leadership experience.
• Experience managing large-scale multi-union construction operations.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods equipment and project execution.
• Working knowledge of job cost accounting budgeting and estimating.
• Proven leadership and team development skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
• Excellent analytical problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong organizational and prioritization capabilities.
• Customer-focused approach with experience serving both public and private sector clients.
• Ability to work flexible schedules including occasional nights and weekends as needed.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
• Valid drivers license with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with HCSS HeavyBid and HeavyJob.
• Experience using Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of construction financial reporting and performance metrics.

What youll bring:

• A strong commitment to safety and operational excellence.
• The ability to lead diverse teams across multiple projects.
• Strategic thinking combined with hands-on operational leadership.
• A collaborative leadership style focused on accountability communication and results.

How To Apply:
Knife River Materials is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race age color religion gender gender identity sexual orientation national origin disability protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law. Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check.

Required Experience:

Manager