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DIVISION ASSET MANAGER

Knife River Corporation
life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), profit sharing
United States, Oregon, Tangent
Mar 31, 2025
Description Job Summary: Good pay! Good benefits! Good people! At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it is our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the country, and we're growing! We are adding people to our team every day - people who are committed to working safely and to delivering high-quality results for our customers. We have an opening for a Division Asset Manager located out of our Tangent, OR location! The Division Asset Manager is responsible for overseeing the management, maintenance, and optimization of assets within the division, ensuring efficiency and profitability in operations. This role focuses on managing the lifecycle of equipment, vehicles, facilities, and other assets critical to the business. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills to maximize asset utilization and ensure alignment with company goals. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Maintain an accurate inventory of all assets within the division, including equipment, vehicles, and facilities, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. Develop and manage budgets, negotiate contracts with vendors, and analyze costs to identify opportunities for savings while maintaining quality. Coordinate scheduled maintenance and repairs to minimize downtime and extend asset lifespan. Ensure all assets meet safety and regulatory standards, working closely with safety and compliance teams. Lead and mentor a team of Equipment Managers, technicians, and support staff, fostering professional growth and promoting teamwork. Manage relationships with suppliers and service providers for asset procurement, maintenance, and upgrades. Track equipment performance metrics, conduct inspections, and implement data-driven improvements for efficiency and reliability. Prepare regular reports on asset utilization, costs, performance, and other metrics for divisional leadership review. Work with division and regional leadership to align asset management strategies with business goals. Minimum Qualifications: A minimum of 10 years of experience in a management-level position within the construction materials or construction industries. Strong understanding of asset lifecycle management, inventory systems, and maintenance practices. Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Availability to travel approximately 40% of the time is necessary. Proficiency in asset management software and tools Leadership experience with a proven ability to manage and mentor teams. Familiarity with safety standards and regulatory compliance in the construction materials industry. Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts 401K with Company Match Profit Sharing 8 Paid Holidays Paid Time Off Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Safety Incentives Years of Service Recognition How To Apply: To be considered for this position, candidates must complete and submit an employment application at jobs.kniferiver.com by the posting deadline noted above. If unable to complete an application online you may print and send completed application to any Knife River NW address or stop in one of our locations to complete an application. Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law. Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check. Veterans: Put Your Skills to Work with Us! At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible. There are many jobs within the military that are transferable to our Division Asset Manager position: Air Force: Acquisition Manager Contracting Mission Generation Vehicular Equipment Maintenance Journeyman Special Vehicle Maintenance Journeyman Army: Contracting and Industrial Management Officer Acquisition Manager Automated Logistical Specialist Unit Supply Specialist Heavy Wheel Vehicle Mechanic Finance Specialist Coast Guard: Acquisition/Project Management Marines: Acquisition Management Professional Contracting Officer Ground Supply Officer Engineer Equipment Mechanic Finance Technician Management Specialist Navy: Administrative Contracting Officer Equipment Program Support Officer Caterpillar Diesel Technician Construction Mechanic Logistics Specialist Accounting Officer Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)