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Position Title:

Steel Valley Contracting/Construction Field Manager Department:

Steel Valley Contracting & Maintenance Reports To:

VP of Contracting & Maintenance Employment Status:

Full-Time Primary Work Location:

Field-Based - Ohio, West Virginia, and Pennsylvania Service Areas Position Summary The Contracting/Construction Field Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily field operations of construction, renovation, and contracting projects to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, within established budgets, and in accordance with company quality standards. This position provides hands-on leadership and operational oversight of field employees, subcontractors, vendors, and assigned projects. The Field Manager is accountable for coordinating labor, materials, equipment, project schedules, and field activities while proactively identifying and resolving issues that may affect project performance. The Field Manager serves as the primary point of accountability for field execution, ensuring projects progress according to approved scopes of work, budgets, timelines, and customer expectations. The position works closely with the VP of Contracting & Maintenance to support operational planning, resource utilization, project profitability, employee performance, and continuous improvement. Essential Duties and Responsibilities 1. Field Operations & Project Execution Oversee daily field operations for assigned construction, renovation, repair, and improvement projects. Coordinate and direct field activities to ensure projects are completed according to approved scopes of work, schedules, budgets, and quality expectations. Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, assess workmanship, and identify operational issues. Establish daily and weekly work priorities and communicate assignments to field employees and subcontractors. Ensure field employees have the appropriate materials, equipment, tools, and instructions to complete assigned work efficiently. Monitor project progress and proactively address delays, resource shortages, scheduling conflicts, and other obstacles. Coordinate multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining accountability for deadlines and deliverables. Escalate significant project issues, scope changes, budget concerns, and schedule risks to the VP of Contracting & Maintenance. Verify project readiness and completion, including punch-list resolution and final quality inspections. 2. Field Employee Supervision & Performance Management Provide direct supervision, guidance, coaching, and accountability for assigned field employees. Assign work based on employee skills, experience, availability, and project requirements. Establish clear expectations for productivity, quality, safety, attendance, and professional conduct. Monitor employee performance, work quality, productivity, and adherence to assigned schedules. Conduct regular field observations and provide timely coaching and performance feedback. Identify employee training and development needs and coordinate appropriate training. Address performance concerns promptly and consistently in coordination with the VP of Contracting & Maintenance and Human Resources. Provide input regarding staffing requirements, hiring decisions, employee evaluations, and disciplinary actions. Ensure accurate and timely reporting of employee work hours, project assignments, and job-related activities. Promote teamwork, accountability, and adherence to Cedar One Group Core Values. 3. Project Scheduling & Resource Management Develop and maintain daily and weekly field work schedules in coordination with project priorities. Coordinate field labor, subcontractors, materials, equipment, and vendor services to support timely project completion. Evaluate staffing requirements and recommend appropriate resource allocations. Monitor workload distribution and employee utilization to minimize downtime and maximize productivity. Coordinate scheduling adjustments resulting from emergencies, weather conditions, project delays, or changing priorities. Communicate scheduling changes to affected employees, subcontractors, internal departments, and other stakeholders. Identify opportunities to improve labor utilization, scheduling efficiency, and project turnaround times. 4. Project Cost Control & Financial Accountability Monitor project labor hours, material usage, subcontractor costs, and equipment utilization against approved project budgets. Review field activities for opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and control operating costs. Identify and communicate potential cost overruns before they materially affect project profitability. Verify that field work and material usage are accurately assigned to the appropriate projects or work orders. Review and validate field documentation supporting project costs and completion. Identify additional work or scope changes requiring management approval before execution. Support the VP of Contracting & Maintenance in reviewing project performance, labor productivity, and profitability. Recommend process improvements to increase operational efficiency and project margins. 5. Quality Control & Workmanship Standards Ensure construction and contracting work meets established company quality standards, approved specifications, and applicable building codes. Conduct field inspections during project execution and upon completion. Identify deficiencies in workmanship and coordinate corrective action. Ensure punch-list items and rework are completed promptly. Monitor subcontractor performance and compliance with project requirements. Maintain consistent quality expectations across all assigned field employees and subcontractors. Identify recurring quality issues and recommend corrective actions to prevent future occurrences. Ensure completed projects are properly documented and ready for final review or customer acceptance. 6. Safety, Compliance & Risk Management Promote and enforce company safety policies, OSHA requirements, and applicable construction safety regulations. Conduct regular job-site safety observations and address unsafe conditions or practices immediately. Ensure employees use required personal protective equipment and follow safe work procedures. Verify that employees and subcontractors possess required qualifications, certifications, and authorizations for assigned work. Ensure appropriate safety practices are followed for ladders, fall protection, power tools, equipment operation, electrical work, and other jobsite hazards. Promptly report workplace incidents, injuries, property damage, and safety concerns. Assist with incident investigations and implementation of corrective actions. Ensure job-site conditions comply with company expectations for cleanliness, organization, security, and protection of customer property. Coordinate with management regarding permits, inspections, and regulatory requirements as applicable. 7. Subcontractor & Vendor Coordination Coordinate daily activities of approved subcontractors and vendors supporting assigned projects. Communicate project expectations, schedules, scopes of work, and quality requirements. Monitor subcontractor progress, workmanship, jobsite safety, and schedule adherence. Verify subcontracted work is completed in accordance with approved agreements and project specifications. Identify subcontractor performance issues and recommend corrective actions. Coordinate material deliveries and vendor services to minimize project disruptions. Provide feedback to the VP of Contracting & Maintenance regarding subcontractor performance and future utilization. 8. Communication, Documentation & Reporting Provide regular updates to the VP of Contracting & Maintenance regarding project progress, staffing, scheduling, quality, safety, and financial performance. Maintain accurate project documentation, including progress updates, photographs, labor records, material usage, and completion status. Ensure field employees submit required documentation accurately and on time. Communicate project delays, scope changes, cost concerns, and operational risks promptly. Participate in regularly scheduled operational and project review meetings. Coordinate with Property Management, Maintenance, Accounting, and other internal departments as needed. Ensure customer and internal stakeholder communications are timely, accurate, and professional. Prepare and present weekly field performance updates and key operational metrics. 9. Operational Improvement & Leadership Identify opportunities to improve construction processes, field productivity, scheduling, quality, and cost management. Recommend changes to field procedures, staffing models, equipment utilization, and work practices. Assist in developing standardized operating procedures and field performance expectations. Support implementation of operational initiatives established by the VP of Contracting & Maintenance. Demonstrate sound judgment, problem-solving skills, and ownership of assigned responsibilities. Promote a culture of service, accountability, ethical conduct, responsiveness, and results-driven performance. Required Qualifications Education & Experience High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical training, trade certification, or associate degree in construction management or a related field preferred. Minimum of 5 years of experience in residential or commercial construction, contracting, renovations, or related field operations. Minimum of 2-3 years of experience supervising construction crews, field employees, or subcontractors preferred. Demonstrated experience coordinating multiple construction projects simultaneously. Working knowledge of construction methods, materials, tools, equipment, and jobsite safety requirements. Experience with project scheduling, labor management, quality control, and cost tracking.

Pay:

$40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Employee discount Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Application Question(s): Do you have a valid Driver's License and a good driving record?

Experience:

construction : 5 years (Required) supervising crews: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person