Head of Construction Management Operations

The South Ready Mix Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations and long-term performance of all ready-mix activities within an assigned area. Reporting to the General Manager, this position leads and supports Plant Managers, Maintenance Leads, and Shop Leads to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production and delivery of ready-mix concrete. The Operations Manager is a key leadership role charged with driving safety culture, operational excellence, team development, and customer satisfaction within their assigned region.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Champion Manatt’s mission, vision, and values across all regional operations.

Serve as a role model and mentor, fostering a culture of accountability, respect, and continuous improvement.

Safety & Compliance

Promote and enforce company safety policies, practices, and regulatory compliance across all regional operations.

Collaborate with the Safety Team to provide training and ensure a zero-incident mindset.

Operations & Efficiency

Oversee daily production, maintenance, and delivery activities to ensure safe, timely, and cost-effective operations.

Ensure consistent implementation of operational processes and company standards across all plants in the region.

Monitor and manage plant and truck maintenance schedules, fuel systems, equipment installations, and regulatory inspections.

Optimize plant performance through process improvements, resource planning, and coordination with quality control teams.

Assist in planning and executing facility improvements and capital projects.

Customer Service & Quality

Ensure high-quality customer service by supporting on-time delivery, product quality, and responsiveness to customer needs.

Collaborate with batching personnel and CDPs to resolve delivery or product quality concerns.

Represent Manatt’s in customer meetings and job sites with professionalism and integrity.

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Administrative & Reporting

Support hiring, onboarding, performance management, and discipline of team members within the region.

Conduct regular performance reviews and coaching sessions.

Track KPIs, operational metrics, fuel usage, equipment utilization, and cost control initiatives.

Directly supervises regional Plant Managers, Maintenance Leads, and Shop Leads. Carries out supervisory duties in alignment with Manatt’s values and policies, including hiring, training, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions. High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred.

3+ years of supervisory experience in ready mix, construction, or related field preferred.

Strong knowledge of ready-mix operations, logistics, and plant and truck maintenance, with a drive for continuous improvement.

Demonstrated ability to assess situations, analyze data, prioritize tasks and make sound decisions under pressure.

Founded in 1947 and headquartered in Brooklyn, Iowa, Manatt’s is a leader in Iowa's heavy highway construction and materials industry. We specialize in asphalt, concrete, and chipseal coating, with additional expertise in recycle crushing, stabilization, milling, grinding, subdrain installation, and more.

At Manatt’s, we have the experts, equipment, resources, and top-quality materials needed to safely and efficiently complete any project. Our integrated approach and unwavering commitment to building exceptional relationships allow us to deliver uncompromising quality and construction services. Our mission is to continually set and reset the standard by which all other construction material companies are measured. Accessibility: If you need help accessing this page, please contact:
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