Mining Operations Manager - Cement Quarries

We’re looking for a results-driven and experienced Mining Operations Manager to lead and optimize mining operations across Cemex’s Southeastern U.S. Cement Division, which includes cement plants and quarries in Clinchfield, GA;
Demopolis, AL;
Knoxville, TN; and Miami, FL. This position will be a member of the Resource & Mine Planning Team and will be responsible for safety, productivity, efficiency, and short- and long-term strategic planning of the division’s SE cement quarries. You will work closely with Cement Plant Managers, Quarry Managers, the Resource Development team, and other cross-functional departments to ensure a consistent supply of quality raw materials to cement plants, while focusing on operational excellence, cost control, and asset optimization.

This position reports to the Director of Aggregate & Cement Resources.

• Leadership & Strategy
  • Direct and lead all mining operations across four Southeastern U.S. Cement quarries.
  • Provide leadership to Quarry Managers with a dotted-line reporting structure, as a member of the Resource & Mining Planning Team.
  • Drive operational consistency, standardization, and performance improvements across all four quarries.
• Safety & Compliance
  • Promote and ensure compliance with all MSHA & Cemex safety standards, including participation in company-wide safety programs.
  • Work with environmental teams to ensure regulatory compliance at all mining sites.
• Operations & Optimization
  • Develop and implement mine plans, overburden stripping plans and schedules, and annual budgets.
  • Oversee quarry material movement and quality to ensure optimal cement feed.
  • Coordinate quarry blending, development, and long-term reserve utilization.
  • Supervise KPIs and asset utilization of fixed and mobile mining equipment within the quarries.
  • Coordinate and manage blasting contractor costs to maximize productivity and reduce oversize waste.
  • Track operational hours on mobile equipment and recommend major overhauls to Quarry and Plant Managers.
• Budgeting & Cost Control
  • Budget and manage cost centers for all four quarries, working with Cement Plant Managers, Accounting and Procurement teams.
  • Report monthly costs and identify areas of concern and opportunities for improvement.
  • Develop and track CAPEX budgets for mobile equipment and optimization projects.
• Collaboration & Coordination
  • Work closely with Cement Plant Managers, QC Managers, and the Corporate Resource & Mine Planning team.
  • Liaise with government agencies, vendors, contractors, and communities as needed.
• Technical Leadership
  • Oversee GPS and drone surveying equipment and data quality.
  • Manage raw material mix designs and support exploratory drilling efforts.
  • Maintain geological and operational databases and contribute to proper mine planning using block models developed by Resource Team Geologists.
• People Development
  • Partner with HR to identify staffing needs and lead recruiting for interns and Talent Development Program engineers.
  • Support onboarding, training, and development of new hires and interns.
  • This position has two junior Mine Engineers reporting to them (one supporting Clinchfield and Knoxville, the other supporting Miami and Demopolis). The MEs track and report monthly KPI’s.

• Education & Licensing
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering or related field (required)
  • Professional Engineering (PE) license (preferred)
• Experience
  • Minimum 5 years in construction materials mining operations, preferably with an understanding of cement chemistry.
  • Leadership experience managing salaried and hourly teams in union and non-union settings.
• Skills
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Carlson, Surpac (preferred).
  • Surveying and drone operation experience required; FAA Part 107 Pilot license within the first six months.
  • Excellent communication and data management capabilities.
  • Familiarity with the cement manufacturing process is highly preferred.

• Safety First:
  Wearing protective equipment and adhering to safety protocols; lead Safety by example.
• Dynamic Environment:
  Work in varied conditions, including high…