Graduate Leadership Development Program (Req #: 1274)

Peckham Industries

Location:Brewster, NY

Pay Range:N/A

Salary Interval:Full Time

Description:Application Instructions

About Us: Peckham Industries Inc. (PII) has been a family-run business since 1924 and we believe our family by choice ethos delivers value as the trusted supplier of construction materials, products, and services in the communities we serve. Through our extensive network of hot mix asphalt and ready-mix concrete plants, quarries, and liquid asphalt terminals, PII delivers the highest quality materials and custom solutions to thousands of road construction and road maintenance customers. In addition, the companys construction operations include paving and road reclamation services, as well as precast/prestressed concrete production and erection of multi-level parking structures, specialty buildings, and bridge components.

Become part of our mission by realizing your purpose, serving our community interests, and delivering growth for our customers. Peckham Industries educates, innovates, and applies technology in a way that is safe, sustainable, inclusive, and profitable.

Position Description

Program Summary:The Materials Graduate Leadership Development Program (GLDP) is a structured, 18-24 months rotational program designed to develop future leaders within Peckham Industries materials businesses. Participants rotate through core functional areas including quarry operations, plant administration, environmental compliance, quality control, safety, HMA operations, and sales.

The program combines hands-on field experience, formal training, mentorship, and leadership development. Upon successful completion, graduates are expected to be prepared to assume a leadership role such as Assistant Plant Manager at one of Peckhams materials operations.

Program Learnings

• Safety always wins. Uphold and promote Peckham Industries safety culture by adhering to all company, OSHA, and MSHA policies and proactively supporting a safe work environment across all assigned locations.
• Dedication. Participate in structured rotations across materials operations, including quarry operations, plant administration, quality control, environmental compliance, HMA operations, and sales, to develop a comprehensive understanding of the materials business.
• Results matter. Support quality control activities through material sampling, testing, and performance evaluation to ensure aggregates and hot mix asphalt meet internal standards and customer specifications.
• Assist with quarry and mining operations by supporting mine planning, crushing and screening activities, and regulatory compliance efforts related to blasting and permitting.
• Determined. Engage in hot mix asphalt plant operations by supporting production processes, maintenance activities, and performance monitoring to achieve efficient and reliable plant operations.
• Measurement. Analyze operational data, key performance indicators, inventory levels, and cost drivers to support informed decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Our word is our bond. Support environmental and regulatory initiatives by participating in permit reviews, environmental safety practices, and compliance-related activities across materials operations.
• Respect and engage. Collaborate with sales and customer-facing teams to understand pricing, transportation costs, customer needs, and service expectations while supporting customer visits as needed.
• Mastery. Demonstrate leadership potential by working effectively with cross-functional teams, applying continuous learning, and completing required training and mentorship activities in preparation for a future leadership role.
  
  

Position Requirements

Requirements, Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree required in Mining, Civil, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering; Construction Managemen