Director of Transportation - Belmont, NH

 

 

Job ID:  489653

 

Pike Industries, Inc., a subsidiary and integral part of CRH, is a leading Highway Contractor and the largest producer of Hot Mix Asphalt and Construction Aggregates in New England. Pike has experienced continual growth over the years and currently employs nearly 1,000 people throughout NH, ME and VT. The dedication, knowledge, and quality workmanship of our employees is what makes the company such a great success.  If you’re looking for a challenging career at a company that will reward your efforts, look no further.  Take the first step and apply for an exciting opportunity to gain top notch industry experience and pave the road to your success.  All Roads Lead Here!

 

Compensation & Company Benefits:

• Competitive Base Salary
• Annual Bonus Potential
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription
• $1,000 Referral Bonuses 
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401k with Roth option & Competitive Company Match
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Opportunities for Internal Mobility
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Company Discounts on products, goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel & more!
• Opportunities for Community Engagement.

 

Director of Transportation:   Reporting to the VP of Construction the Director of Transportation will have complete oversight of the Pike delivery business unit.  The selected candidate will possess the ability to develop and maintain a strategic plan for the delivery business which aligns with corporate objectives, as well as grow key account relationships with larger fleet suppliers without disrupting the perceived value of the owner operator.  Classification:  Monthly salaried position

 

Role & Responsibilities:

• Adhere to any and all state and federal regulations, if applicable, as set forth by the US Department of Transportation (DOT), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA), or any other regulatory agency.
• Customer service, recruitment and retention, staffing, compliance, driver safety and productivity training, and management of the internal and external assets. 
• Develop and execute strategic plan for transportation department
• Manage profit and loss accountability, managing the balance sheet and budget/forecasting process for the transportation department
• Constant communication with Dispatchers, Equipment manager, Project Managers, Plant & Crusher Managers, Paving Forepersons, Sales, schedulers, and hired haulers to identify all trucking needs.
• Develop relationships with key vendors to grow trucking fleet
• Manage the performance of all aspects of CRH Telematics initiative.
• Strive to develop extensive knowledge of the selected telematics platform to use in identifying trucking inefficiencies and make the appropriate adjustments.
• Perform training to applicable users to increase engagement and knowledge of the Telematics platform capabilities.
• Assist with implementing initiatives to improve driver behaviors and reduce idle time.

 

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.E. or B.S.) or plus five to ten years of construction experience with a practical knowledge of DOT, MSHA, OSHA and FMCSRA regulations.
• Excellent computer skills including email, Internet, and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Proven ability to develop relationships and effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
• Must display a courteous and professional attitude when dealing with co-workers and the public.
• Extended hours with possible night and/or weekend work as well as overnights.
• The willingness to travel to other Pike locations when needed and work extended hours with possible night and/or weekend work as well as overnights.

 

What CRH Offers You

 

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

 

 

About CRH

 

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international org