Utility Scale Heavy Civil Division Manager

Utility-Scale Heavy Civil Division Manager

R-2 Contractors is seeking an accomplished and visionary Utility-Scale Heavy Civil Division Manager to lead and grow our Heavy Civil Division. This executive-level leadership role is responsible for building a high-performing organization that consistently delivers safe, productive, and high-quality utility-scale civil construction projects across the United States. Working in partnership with the Operations Manager and executive leadership, the Division Manager will oversee all aspects of Heavy Civil operations, including mass earthwork, site development, grading, drainage systems, erosion and sediment control, and related civil construction activities.

This individual will be responsible for developing people, improving operational performance, strengthening customer relationships, and driving long-term division growth. Success in this role is measured not only by operational excellence, but by the ability to build exceptional leaders, earn the confidence of customers, and create a division that reflects the R-2 standard of excellence.

Position:
Utility-Scale Heavy Civil Division Manager

Location:

Gilbert, AZ or Prineville, OR

Travel Requirements:

• Approximately 25% travel each month to project sites nationwide is required
• Additional travel may be required to support critical project meetings, customer meetings, leadership meetings, safety initiatives, quality audits, compliance activities, or other business needs

Salary: $180k - $250k DOE

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership for all Heavy Civil operations across multiple utility-scale construction projects
• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of Superintendents, Foremen, and field leaders
• Lead all aspects of earthwork, grading, site development, stormwater infrastructure, erosion control, and related civil construction operations
• Ensure manpower, equipment, materials, subcontractors, and resources are properly planned and coordinated to support project execution
• Partner closely with Project Managers, Operations Leadership, Estimating, and executive leadership to ensure successful project delivery
• Drive operational consistency through planning, communication, accountability, and execution
• Monitor production, productivity, quality, equipment utilization, and overall operational performance
• Support project planning, scheduling, forecasting, budgeting, and resource management
• Develop future leaders through coaching, mentorship, performance management, and succession planning
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, General Contractors, subcontractors, and project stakeholders
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, efficiency, safety, and operational performance across the division
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives while reinforcing company processes and best practices
• Promote a culture where safety is always the highest priority
• Lead by example while living and reinforcing the R-2 Core Values every day

Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years of Heavy Civil construction experience, including utility-scale power, renewable energy, or large infrastructure projects
• Proven experience leading multiple crews, Superintendents, and large-scale Heavy Civil operations
• Strong knowledge of mass grading, earthwork, drainage systems, stormwater infrastructure, erosion and sediment control, GPS machine control, grading technology, and production management
• Demonstrated experience with production planning, scheduling, manpower forecasting, equipment planning, and resource allocation
• Strong financial and business acumen with experience managing operational budgets and project performance
• Proven ability to build, lead, and develop high-performing teams
• Excellent leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to build strong working relationships with customers, project teams, and executive leadership
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, accountability, and operational excellence
• Ability to travel as required to support projects, customers, and company operations
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to successfully complete pre-employment drug…