Job Description

Extraordinary commitment runs deep at Zachry. Here, dedicated men and women have the opportunity to work on challenging projects alongside those who value innovation and support team efforts in all our endeavors. We take care of our team members as family, within a culture of service where we do the right thing because it is the right thing to do. Our core values are at the center of every decision we make: Every Person Matters Together We Can Do Great Things This Is More Than a Job Job Summary The Ranch Manager is Responsible for managing all activities concerned with ranch operation to include personnel management, land and property management, cattle and hunting operations, and guest services. Essential Functions

• Provides leadership and direction on day-to-day basis on the operation of the ranch to all ranch staff.
• Hires and supervises ranch workers. Trains and observes workers in job duties and safety precautions.
• Exercises close attention over employer-employee relations, employee morale and safety.
• Establishes and leads safety culture.
• Full responsibility of all ranch property/premises and infrastructure.
• Ensures the maintenance of buildings and equipment and may perform maintenance and repair work as required.
• Responsible for office management including file retention, invoice payments and purchase receipt submittals.
• Performs and oversees land maintenance activities for all types of vegetation on ranch property, including the use of herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizer usage applications.
• Performs and oversees road maintenance activities for all roads on ranch property.
• Assists with the development of an annual operating budget and executing services within approved budget parameters.
• Responsible for purchasing and maintaining acceptable levels of inventory for ranch consumables.
• Identifies, schedules, and monitors all services being provided by outside contractors on ranch property.
• Responsible for regular representation and interaction with Border Patrol & U.S. Customs as necessary to ensure the safety of ranch personnel/guests.
• Assists with the coordination of Zachry security personnel during guests visits.
• Interacts and assists all ranch guests and customers.
• Oversees and manages the ranch s cattle operation which includes feeding, mineral dispersal, water provisions and animal health.
• Performs and oversees fertilization, irrigation and harvesting of grasses for hay production and cattle consumption.
• Responsible for understanding and managing ranch hunting operation.
• Responsible for maintenance and care of hunting blinds, feeders, overhead elevators, feed wagon and hunting areas.

This job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this position. The job summary is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Required Skills & Experience

• At least five years experience with rural property management.
• Candidate must be able to pass an initial, as well as periodic, drug screening and background checks.
• Must have a valid driver s license.
• Must have the ability to work in and around different bodies of water.
• Must be capable of trouble-shooting unexpected problems with the ability to formulate a plan quickly to correct the situation as needed.
• Basic computer skills are required.

Other qualifications:

• Must demonstrate effective time management, be flexible within a dynamic work setting, and be an effective and collaborative team player.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Trouble shooting, safety oriented and reasoning skills.
• Implementation and planning skills.
• Human relation skills.

Will demonstrate strong leadership qualities such as:

• Ability to effectively communicate company vision, mission, and values and align functional goals and objectives accordingly.
• Demonstrate communication skills that incorporate emotional maturity, active listening, clear verbal directions/instructions, collaboration, and team building delivered with professionalism and respect at all levels.
• Operate with a commitment to serve others by subordinating personal interests to the needs of those being led.
• Effectively demonstrate knowledge, integrity, character, experience, humility, wisdom, and discernment necessary to create trust and influence.

Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee will generally be outside in a ranch environment and will be frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and all outside weather conditions. The employee may occasionally be exposed to chemicals, solvents, fumes, grease, and fuels and will be expected to handle them safely. Physical Demands

• Ability to lift items weighing up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Ability to push and pull up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis.
• Ability to perform tasks on rough, uneven surfaces and terrain.
• Requires full range of body motion including frequent sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, carrying, pushing, pulling, balancing, climbing ladder and stairs, bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, crawling, reaching, handling, and grasping.
• Requires the ability to stand, sit, kneel, climb, or walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work outside up to 100% of the time.
• Ability to work in and around water at various levels.

Benefits and EOE Zachry offers an industry-leading benefits package for our employees and their families.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance
• 401k, Paid leave, and Bonus Program
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• For additional company information, please visit www.zachrycorp.com

Zachry Construction Corporation performs heavy civil work throughout the United States and relocation is sometimes required for continuous employment opportunities. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Notice to Staffing Agencies
Zachry Construction Corporation and its subsidiaries (Zachry) will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Zachry, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Zachry mailing address or email address, directly to Zachry employees, or to Zachry s resume database will be considered Zachry property. Zachry will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Zachry will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Zachry s recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid, fully executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Zachry will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Zachry s Human Resources Representative or his/her designee. No other Zachry employee is authorized to bind Zachry to any agreement regarding placement of candidates by Agency.