FIELD MANAGER – COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION

Location: Palmetto, FL
Reports To: Operations Manager / Project Executive

Position Overview

Our Client is seeking an experienced, hands-on Field Manager to oversee daily field operations, coordinate subcontractors and installation crews, and ensure commercial construction projects are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and in accordance with project specifications.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in commercial construction, preferably within Division 8 (Doors, Frames & Hardware) or Division 10 (Specialties), and understands the complexities of managing multiple projects, coordinating field personnel, maintaining installation quality, and working closely with project managers, general contractors, and customers.

This individual will serve as the primary connection between field operations and project management, ensuring crews have the materials, information, equipment, and resources necessary to execute projects successfully.

Key Responsibilities

Field Operations & Project Execution

• Oversee daily field operations across multiple commercial construction projects.

• Supervise installation crews, field technicians, subcontractors, and field supervisors.

• Coordinate manpower, scheduling, materials, and equipment to meet project deadlines.

• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, workmanship, safety, and productivity.

• Ensure installations are completed according to approved drawings, specifications, and contractual requirements.

• Identify potential delays, field conflicts, and installation challenges and implement corrective solutions.

• Coordinate with general contractors, superintendents, project managers, and other trades.

• Manage punch lists, field deficiencies, and project closeout activities.

Division 8 / Division 10 Technical Oversight

• Oversee installation of commercial doors, frames, architectural hardware, and related building components.

• Support Division 10 installations, including restroom accessories, toilet partitions, lockers, and other specialty products.

• Interpret architectural drawings, shop drawings, hardware schedules, and installation specifications.

• Ensure installations comply with applicable building codes, ADA accessibility standards, fire-rating requirements, and manufacturer specifications.

• Troubleshoot installation issues involving doors, frames, hardware, and specialty products.

• Coordinate material deliveries, inventory, and jobsite staging to minimize downtime.

Workforce Leadership & Scheduling

• Assign crews and subcontractors based on project priorities, skill requirements, and schedules.

• Monitor field productivity, labor utilization, and installation performance.

• Provide technical direction, coaching, and training to installation personnel.

• Assist with identifying staffing needs and evaluating field employees.

• Maintain accountability for attendance, workmanship, safety, and overall performance.

• Promote communication and collaboration between field teams and project management.

Project Coordination & Cost Management

• Partner with project managers to review schedules, project scope, manpower requirements, and installation budgets.

• Track field labor hours, productivity, and potential cost overruns.

• Identify change-order opportunities and communicate scope discrepancies to project management.

• Support forecasting of manpower, equipment, and materials.

• Provide regular progress reports, including completed work, outstanding issues, and upcoming milestones.

• Help minimize rework, delays, and unnecessary labor expenses.

Safety & Quality Control

• Enforce OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and jobsite-specific requirements.

• Conduct field safety inspections and ensure appropriate PPE usage.

• Identify and correct unsafe conditions or work practices.

• Perform quality inspections throughout installation and closeout.

• Ensure work meets customer expectations and contractual quality standards.

• Maintain accurate documentation of field issues, inspections, and corrective actions.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial construction field experience.

• 2+ years in a supervisory, field management, superintendent, or installation leadership position.

• Experience managing multiple commercial projects and installation crews.

• Strong knowledge of commercial construction drawings, specifications, and jobsite coordination.

• Experience with Division 8 doors, frames, and hardware or Division 10 specialties strongly preferred.

• Ability to manage subcontractors, labor schedules, field productivity, and quality control.

• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work effectively with project managers, general contractors, and field personnel.

• Valid driver's license and ability to travel between assigned jobsites.

• Working knowledge of OSHA safety requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with commercial door and hardware distributors or specialty subcontractors.

• Familiarity with hollow metal doors and frames, wood doors, architectural hardware, and electrified hardware.

• Knowledge of ADA, NFPA 80, fire-rated openings, and relevant building codes.

• Experience with Bluebeam, Procore, Comsense, Microsoft Office, or similar construction management software.

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.

• Experience managing union and/or nonunion installation crews.

• Background in healthcare, education, hospitality, multifamily, or large commercial construction projects.

Key Performance Expectations

The Field Manager will be evaluated on:

• Project Execution: Completing field installations according to approved schedules.

• Labor Productivity: Maintaining efficient crew utilization and controlling labor costs.

• Quality: Reducing installation deficiencies, callbacks, and rework.

• Safety: Maintaining compliance with safety procedures and jobsite requirements.

• Communication: Providing timely updates and resolving field issues proactively.

• Customer Satisfaction: Maintaining strong working relationships with general contractors and project stakeholders.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The successful candidate is a field-driven construction leader who understands how to manage people, coordinate installations, and solve problems before they affect project schedules or profitability.

This individual should be comfortable moving between multiple active jobsites, directing crews, working with project managers, and taking ownership of field execution.

Ideal backgrounds include:

• Field Manager – Commercial Doors & Hardware

• Field Superintendent – Division 8 / Division 10

• Installation Manager – Architectural Openings

• General Superintendent – Specialty Subcontractor

• Field Operations Manager – Commercial Construction

• Lead Installer / Installation Supervisor ready to advance into management

Compensation & Benefits

Compensation will be based on experience, technical expertise, and geographic market. Benefits and any vehicle or travel allowances will be confirmed by Our Client.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Our Client is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified candidates.