Field Operations Manager

There's never been a better time to join Stratus! As the market leader in brand implementation and maintenance, we help the world's most recognized brands show up consistently—everywhere they operate. From exterior signage and interior branding to site refreshes, digital signage, and ongoing repair and maintenance, we bring brands to life where it matters most. Our work extends far beyond installation—we become a long-term partner in helping brands succeed. At Stratus, every employee plays a direct role in that impact. We operate with a strong commitment to customer service, a focus on execution, and a bias for action. If you're looking for a place where your contributions are visible, your growth is supported, and your work makes a real difference, you'll find it here. The Opportunity The Field Operations Manager, Exterior Signage is responsible for leading and supporting the successful field execution of exterior signage projects, with a focus on quality, safety, schedule adherence, and customer satisfaction. This role serves as a key connection point between Project Management, Program Management, Estimating, Pre-Construction, subcontractors, installation crews, Superintendents, customers, and municipal contacts. The Field Manager provides oversight across active job sites, supports field planning and execution, conducts site visits and audits, and ensures field teams have the guidance, materials, documentation, and resources needed to complete projects on time, on budget, and with minimal punch list items. This role is hands‑on, highly collaborative, and critical to maintaining strong field performance across complex exterior signage programs. Ideal candidate will have previous experience in the Signage Industry. The Impact You’ll Make Manage and support field execution for exterior signage projects by coordinating site activities, installation requirements, schedules, materials, field resources, and project documentation. Assign and support Superintendents, third‑party field leaders, subcontractors, and installation crews to ensure the right field resources are aligned to each project. Conduct site visits, surveys, installation inspections, vendor meetings, quality audits, and signage audits to ensure work is completed in accordance with customer expectations, approved scope, safety standards, and company requirements. Partner with Project Managers, Program Managers, Estimating, Pre‑Construction, Operations, and Field Leadership to review project scope, drawings, schedules, risks, installation plans, and field readiness. Develop, maintain, and reinforce field checklists, site survey standards, installation guidelines, documentation requirements, and best practices for exterior signage projects. Monitor field progress through regular check‑ins, site visits, reporting tools, daily surveys, photos, and project tracking systems to identify risks, resolve issues, and elevate concerns as needed. Support project closeout by confirming job completeness, punch list resolution, site demobilization, rental and dumpster removal, cleanliness, documentation, and customer readiness. Mentor and train Superintendents and field teams by providing technical guidance, performance feedback, safety reinforcement, and support for continuous improvement. What You Need to Succeed 5+ years of experience in field management, construction supervision, signage installation, general contracting, superintendent work, or a related field‑based construction role. Strong knowledge of exterior signage installation methods, site surveys, field coordination, construction sequencing, and quality control. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, specifications, surveys, installation documentation, and project scopes. Experience coordinating subcontractors, installation crews, vendors, Superintendents, or other field resources across multiple active projects. Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with customers, internal teams, field teams, subcontractors, vendors, and municipal contacts. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, track project details, document field activity, and support deadline‑driven work. Ability to use technology such as mobile devices, Microsoft Office, ERP systems, project tracking tools, and field reporting systems. Ability and willingness to travel regularly to customer locations, installation sites, vendor meetings, and municipal meetings. Travel Requirements This position is required to travel as an essential function of this role due to the need for in‑person interaction with customers, field partners, and/or business stakeholders. Travel may include local, regional, or national destinations and may be conducted via automobile, air, or other modes of transportation. All travel must be pre‑approved in accordance with company policy and conducted in compliance with applicable safety and expense guidelines. What We Offer Culture & Growth Supportive, collaborative work environment Career growth and advancement opportunities Regular coaching, feedback, and mentorship to support growth Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage Health Savings Accounts with employer contributions Flexible Spending Accounts Employee Assistance Program 401(k) with employer match Company‑paid life insurance Company‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability coverage Work‑Life Balance Generous paid time off and company holidays Paid parental leave Pay Transparency $65,000 - $90,000 Annually This range reflects the anticipated compensation for this role at the time of posting. Actual pay may vary based on factors such as job‑related skills, experience, education, location, and business needs. This position may also be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation based on individual and company performance. This position primarily works in outdoor environments and may be exposed to varying weather conditions, electrical systems, construction site hazards, traffic areas, dust, noise, and other job‑site conditions. Travel to and from customer locations and job sites may require extended periods of driving and sitting. The role regularly requires working at elevated heights using ladders, scaffolding, bucket trucks, and other access equipment to install, remove, repair, and maintain signage. Strict adherence to safety procedures, proper use of tools and equipment, and the consistent use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are required at all times. Pre‑Employment Requirements All offers of employment with Stratus are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, in accordance with applicable laws. Certain roles, including those designated as safety‑sensitive or regulated positions, employment may also be contingent upon successful completion of a pre‑employment drug screening and/or other regulatory requirements. Our Commitment to Inclusion Stratus is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law. Qualified applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or certain state or local laws. Please contact View email address on click.appcast.io if you need an accommodation due to a disability to complete an application, job interview, and/or otherwise participate in the hiring process. This email does not respond to non‑accommodation‑related requests. Additional Information This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all duties or responsibilities. Responsibilities may change at any time based on the needs of Stratus. #J-18808-Ljbffr