Area Operations Manager - Fort Myers, FL

Area Operations Manager – Fort Myers, FL (Finance)

Preferred Materials - Concrete Division, part of CRH South Division, is a leading supplier of ready mix concrete, concrete block, rebar and building materials in the state of Florida, providing the highest product quality and service in the construction industry. With headquarters in Tampa, Florida, and operations in five key Florida markets, Preferred Materials provides municipalities, developers, architects, engineers, contractors, builders and suppliers a wide variety of construction materials and products.

Our employees make Preferred Materials a great place to work. We promote a strong safety culture, where employees take responsibility for their own safety.

Join a company where your leadership directly shapes operational excellence, team culture, and customer satisfaction. We're looking for a hands‑on, people‑focused Plant Operations Manager to oversee multiple ready‑mix concrete plants across Charlotte, Sarasota, and Manatee counties.

In this role, you'll lead and develop high‑performing teams, ensure safe and efficient operations, and drive the standards that make our plants the best in the industry. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, enjoy mentoring others, and take pride in delivering exceptional results, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day.

• Provide daily leadership, coaching, and support to Concrete Delivery Professionals, batch operators, and plant personnel.
• Build a strong team culture focused on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Foster collaboration across production and delivery teams to achieve operational excellence.

• Oversee batching operations, yard maintenance, and driver performance across multiple locations.
• Ensure 100% on‑time delivery, high driver productivity, and maximum plant uptime.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, and workforce performance to meet customer and production needs.
• Maintain accurate reporting, payroll approvals, and daily KPI tracking.

• Lead all safety initiatives and ensure full compliance with company and regulatory programs.
• Conduct weekly safety meetings, routine inspections, and corrective action follow‑ups.
• Oversee storm‑water, spill prevention, and environmental compliance requirements.

• Inspect vehicles and equipment regularly and prioritize repairs.
• Ensure plants, equipment, and safety systems are clean, functional, and well‑maintained.
• Coordinate repairs and maintenance with the Regional Manager.

• Perform and document daily product testing.
• Maintain DOT‑compliant stockpiles and calibrated moisture probes.
• Partner closely with the Quality Control team on mix design and product consistency.

• Batch concrete according to mix design and job specifications.
• Manage raw material inventory and coordinate orders with the Customer Service Center.
• Handle plant maintenance, returned concrete procedures, and all received payments.

• 3‑5 years of Ready Mix Concrete experience (required).
• Strong communication skills and the ability to lead, motivate, and coach diverse teams.
• Knowledge of local geography, company products, and industry standards.
• Experience supervising staff (union experience a plus).
• Ability to make sound decisions under pressure and solve problems proactively.
• Willingness to work 10‑12 hour shifts, including some nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Physical ability to walk, climb, lift, and perform hands‑on plant tasks.
• Basic computer proficiency (batching systems, billing, communication tools).
• CDL Class A or B may be required.
• DOT certification (or willingness to obtain).

You're not just running plants – you're shaping the customer experience, developing future leaders, and ensuring our operations run safely, efficiently, and profitably. Your leadership directly influences our reputation, our service quality, and our success in the communities we serve.

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits…