Field Manager (ID# 829)

Division 9 Field Manager

Location: Palmetto, Florida

About Our Client

Our Client is a leading commercial construction contractor specializing in interior construction and building specialties. The company is committed to delivering high-quality projects through strong field leadership, operational excellence, safety, and collaboration.

Position Overview

Our Client is seeking an experienced Division 9 Field Manager to lead and oversee field operations for commercial construction projects in the Palmetto, Florida area.

This is a newly created leadership position responsible for managing field personnel, coordinating multiple trades, developing foremen and sub-foremen, and ensuring projects meet safety, quality, productivity, and scheduling expectations.

The ideal candidate will bring 10+ years of construction experience, a strong background in field operations, and proven success managing multiple crews and large workforces. Experience with Division 9 commercial interior construction, including drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, and interior finishes, is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily field operations for assigned commercial construction projects, ensuring work meets established safety, quality, productivity, and scheduling standards.

• Lead and coordinate foremen, sub-foremen, subcontractors, and field personnel across multiple projects and trades.

• Manage and support field teams consisting of approximately 5–10 foremen or sub-foremen and workforces exceeding 100 personnel at peak operations.

• Develop, recruit, and mentor foremen and sub-foremen to strengthen field leadership and workforce performance.

• Review and interpret construction drawings, specifications, contract documents, and architectural requirements to ensure proper field execution.

• Coordinate multiple trades and subcontractors to maintain efficient jobsite operations and minimize delays.

• Enforce jobsite safety procedures and ensure compliance with applicable building codes, regulations, and quality standards.

• Monitor project schedules, labor requirements, manpower allocation, and production goals.

• Identify potential project risks, resolve field challenges, and implement corrective actions to maintain progress.

• Communicate project milestones, field conditions, schedule updates, and potential issues with project managers, clients, owners, architects, engineers, and inspectors.

• Verify field layouts, grades, installations, workmanship, and overall jobsite performance.

• Maintain accurate field documentation, including daily photographs, field logs, inspection records, safety meeting reports, and schedule updates.

• Monitor labor rates, market wages, production standards, and unit costs to support operational efficiency.

• Maintain professional relationships with general contractors, clients, subcontractors, and other project stakeholders.

• Promote accountability, teamwork, safety, continuous improvement, and quality workmanship across all field operations.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in commercial construction, field supervision, or construction operations.

• Demonstrated experience leading large construction workforces and managing multiple field crews.

• Experience supervising or coordinating 5–10 foremen/sub-foremen and workforces of 100+ personnel.

• Strong leadership, communication, workforce management, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and contract documents.

• Knowledge of construction safety requirements, building codes, quality standards, and regulatory compliance.

• OSHA 30 certification required.

• First Aid and CPR certification required.

• Proven ability to recruit, develop, and mentor foremen and sub-foremen.

• Knowledge of market labor rates, workforce planning, production rates, and unit costs.

• Strong computer skills and familiarity with field reporting, project documentation, inspections, and scheduling updates.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities, resolve jobsite issues, and maintain project deadlines.

• Professional communication skills and the ability to work effectively with owners, architects, engineers, inspectors, project managers, and subcontractors.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Division 9 commercial construction, including drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceilings, and interior finishes.

• Experience coordinating multiple commercial construction projects and subcontractors simultaneously.

Benefits and Perks

• Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Healthcare Reimbursement Account (HRA) to help offset eligible deductibles.

• Company-paid life, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), and long-term disability insurance.

• Casual dress code.

• Benefits eligibility beginning on the first day of the month following hire.

• Company outings and team events, including bowling, holiday luncheons, summer barbecues, and basketball, softball, and golf leagues.

• Company-supplied merchandise.

Location Requirements

This position is based in Palmetto, Florida. Candidates currently residing in Florida are preferred. Candidates who are willing to relocate to the Palmetto area will also be considered.

Why Join Our Client?

Join a growing commercial construction organization where you can take ownership of field operations, develop strong field leadership teams, and make a meaningful impact on project execution, workforce development, safety, and quality.

This is an opportunity for an experienced construction leader to help strengthen field operations and contribute to the company's continued growth.