Regional Material Manager

Requisition ID: 183197

Job Level: Senior Level

Home District/Group: DHO Kiewit Supply Network

Department: Supply Chain Management

Market: Nuclear

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

Regional Material Managers (RMM) are the first level of off-site material management Leadership with multiple programs and/or project material manager direct reports. Our on-site Material Managers and Program Material Managers report to assigned Regional Material Managers. RMM’s provide project specific leadership and management for large electrical, heavy mechanical, industrial, and data center projects.

RMM’s ensure the efficient deployment of project material management resources and keep a focus on safety, quality, and productivity. This position is the Point of Contact for District Managers and Area Managers for all projects within their respective region.

This position manages staff and interacts with senior site management, equipment vendors, subcontractors, and service providers. Candidate must have experience in both buying and material control. Long-term relocation and 30-50% of time on-site are a requirement of this position.

District Overview

Kiewit Supply Network group specializes in providing comprehensive procurement services to clients across the construction and engineering industries in multiple markets, including transportation; water/wastewater; power; oil, gas and chemical; building; and mining. Our key objectives are to offer clients a world-class service focused on ensuring equipment, materials and services are consistently estimated and procured at the right price. We strive to offer an appropriate level of quality and ensure materials and services are delivered on schedule and in compliance with the client’s specifications and expectations.

Location

This position is based out of our Oak Ridge, TN office.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for all material management projects and program staffing and personnel assignments.
• Responsible for project planning, mobilization, performance reviews, and standard assessments.
• Responsible for implementation and execution of all material management standards and processes plus any added Client project specific requirements
• Responsible for communicating Safety Best Practices, Lessons Learned, and Cold Eye Reviews.
• Responsible for project material management Safety and Operations Audits.
• Responsible for Material Management estimate review and signoff.
• Responsible for issue resolution for items escalated by District Managers and Area Managers.
• Bottom line responsibility for the financial and technical success of the material management part of their projects in conjunction with the project’s overall success.
• Travel: 30-50% of time on-site visiting 3-5 jobs per month.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must have a BA/BS in business, engineering, supply chain management, construction management or equivalent degree and/or a minimum of 10 years’ experience of large construction project material control or equivalent work/field/military experience.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word, and Excel) and material management software (SAP, SiteSense, MatViz, etc.)
• Possess knowledge of equipment and materials common in the construction industry.
• Flexible and initiative-taking.
• Have a strong work ethic and professional demeanor.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborator with the ability to work independently to meet intense deadlines, goals, and objectives.
• Willingness to travel to projects.
• Ability to manage, train, and coach material management staff.
• Demonstrates leadership potential and people management skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to freely access all points of a construction site in wide-ranging climates and environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• May work at various locations and conditions may vary.

Other Requirements:

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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