Job ID: 496137

APAC Mississippi, Inc., a CRH company, is a great place to work! CRH is the number one asphalt producer and paver, the largest aggregates producer and the second largest ready-mix producer in North America. We are also the number four cement producer in North America and a leader in Canada. We have great employees that have been with us many years – and hope that that track record of longevity shows the pride we take in being one of the best places to work in Mississippi! Come join our team – where you will receive vacation, retirement and many other great benefits!

Position Overview

The Land Manager is responsible for the evaluation of current aggregate demand to focus efforts on securing additional aggregate reserves, organizing, and maintaining property files, and ensuring all regulations and terms of leases are in compliance. This is to be accomplished through coordination with the Mine Planning and Aggregate Operations Staff to identify potential reserves, coordinate with landowners, coordinate field exploration utilizing both internal or external resources, and facilitate business decisions related to acquisition of additional aggregate resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify potential aggregate deposits, contact landowners, and coordinate with Mine Planning Staff to produce related maps.
• Coordinate and lead exploration projects to evaluate potential aggregate resources as well as existing resources.
• Act in a liaison capacity between tenants, the public, landowners of leased pits, and regulatory authorities.
• Be a key contact for landowners with questions.
• Coordinate with Mine Planning Staff with the goal of maximizing aggregate resource availability.
• Coordinate with Environmental Staff related to obtaining and maintaining necessary permits and licenses required for site evaluation and site development.
• Organizing property files, leases, and permits and maintain a property file management system (LIS)
• Ensure that CRH and any other sub-leaser (tenant) operates within the guidelines as set out in the permits and licenses.
• Understand compliance requirements for our operations to meet federal and state regulations including MSHA and OSHA.
• Possess a working knowledge of land and tax law to aid in business decisions related to potential aggregate resources.
• Learn and understand the material specification requirements for internal and external use of aggregate resources.
• Learn and become proficient with financials within the Aggregate Line of business.
• Understand how to estimate and plan plant production requirements.
• Learn the fundamentals of material pricing for aggregates.
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or 3 year’s experience in a similar role.
• Valid state driver’s license and satisfactory driving record is required.
• One to three years of increasing responsibilities within geological or earth science-related fields.

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• AutoCAD or compatible, Carlson Civil Suite, Leica Geo Office experience preferred.
• Ability to use Leica Survey Equipment preferred.
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.
• Willingness to learn.
• High standard of ethics, integrity, and trust.
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA. Protective equipment that may be required, but not limited to, for this position is: Hard Hat, Eye/Ear protection, Face Shield, Safety (hard toe) Shoes, and Coveralls.
• Compliance with all OSHA and/or MSHA regulations.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Must be able to work independently and with groups.
• Must be able to work under time constraints as needed.
• Must display a professional and courteous attitude toward co-workers, supervisors and general public at all times.
• Must adapt to ambiguous directions.
• Must find consensus between varied requirements.
• Ability to collect data and producing reports.
• Knowledge of reading geological maps and aerial photographs to advise on site selection.

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 organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

APAC Mississippi, Inc., a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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