Manager, Field Operations

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At High Country Fence, we're more than just a fencing company — we're a team building strong barriers and even stronger careers. As a trusted provider of quality fence installation services, we believe every person on our team matters. When you join High Country Fence, you're not just taking a job — you're investing in your future.

Why You'll Love It Here

• Experience the great outdoors while working in nature, not stuck behind a desk!
• Elevate your career with us — we prioritize training and internal promotions!
• Join a vibrant team that champions safety, values your feedback, and fosters a strong sense of camaraderie!
• Shape your future with us through our fantastic Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)!

What You'll Do as a Manager, Field Operations

The Manager, Field Operations is responsible for overseeing field operations across multiple projects, ensuring efficiency, safety, and compliance with company standards on every project.

• Oversee daily execution of projects to ensure efficiency, safety, and compliance with company standards.
• Develop and enforce policies, procedures, and best practices to enhance safety, project performance, resource utilization, and overall profitability.
• Strengthen the field crew and foreman's adherence to project schedules and planned milestones.
• Collaborate with field and office leadership to reinforce accountability and implement schedule discipline strategies.
• Work closely with the Director of Field Operations to ensure seamless coordination between field operations and project management.
• Foster alignment between field teams, general foreman, and project managers to enhance efficiency and mitigate risks.
• Oversee all field projects from inception through completion, ensuring that work is performed to specifications and within budget.
• Coordinate construction activities and supervise all field personnel, including foremen and laborers.
• Monitor the progress of projects, track production, and ensure construction schedules are met.
• Ensure quality control on all projects and handle project closeouts in coordination with the project team.
• Coordinate utility locates with our team members.
• Responsible for logistics for field operations, including but not limited to materials, equipment, and workforce.
• Work closely with the project manager on scheduling, resource allocation, and problem resolution.
• Communicate regularly with client site managers and project managers regarding scheduling, progress, and any on-site issues.
• Assist with preconstruction planning, including bidding and scheduling.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to optimize project efficiency, performance, and profitability.
• Monitor daily production performance and ensure accurate tracking of expenses, budgets, and forecasts.
• Effectively oversee the management of labor, equipment, and material resources to prevent project delays and cyclical workloads.
• Optimize resource deployment to maintain project momentum and meet schedules.
• Identify production/cost issues and provide coaching to address and develop team leadership skills.
• Analyze industry trends and identify opportunities for operational improvements to support long-term company growth.
• Implement and enforce all field safety protocols, ensuring compliance with company and regulatory standards.
• Responsible for conducting safety training and ensure that all field staff, including operators and drivers, are properly trained in safety practices.
• Ensure foremen complete necessary paperwork and compliance reports, including DOT compliance for drivers.
• Ensure strict adherence to construction best practices and inspire a proactive safety mindset.
• Oversee protocols, conduct worksite inspections, and collaborate with the safety team to reinforce a strong safety culture.
• Provide leadership to address site challenges and unforeseen obstacles while maintaining safety.
• Train foremen and laborers on proper fence installation techniques and other relevant field procedures.
• Ensure all field staff are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge, particularly regarding equipment operation, installation standards, and field reporting.
• Assist in the development of and implementation of ongoing training programs for field personnel to enhance performance, safety, and create future competent leadership within the business.
• Actively identify production/cost issues and coach/develop supervisors and foremen.
• Foster a high-performance culture built on teamwork and collaboration.
• Implement change management strategies as the company grows and innovates.
• Oversee on-site equipment care, including tracking, maintenance, and proper usage of tools and machinery.
• Ensure equipment and trucks are well-maintained and available for use at job sites as needed.
• Monitor the condition of field equipment, coordinating repairs and replacements to minimize downtime.
• Maintain positive working relationships with clients, site managers, and other key stakeholders.
• Act as the project primary point of contact for field-related issues, ensuring client expectations are met.
• Communicate regularly with office and project staff to ensure alignment between field operations, corporate, and client requirements.

What You Bring

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• In-depth knowledge of construction and fence installation techniques.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong focus on safety and regulatory compliance.
• Proficiency in project management tools and reporting systems.
• 5+ years of experience in field operations, preferably in the construction or fencing industry.
• High School Degree required; associate or bachelor's degree in construction or related field preferred.
• Proven track record of managing field teams and overseeing projects.
• Experience with safety protocols and training, including OSHA compliance.
• Strong understanding of equipment and tool maintenance.
• Valid driver's license required with the ability to travel extensively (up to 85%) to job sites across multiple states.
• Proficiency in project management software is a plus.
• Highly analytical with exceptional problem-solving skills and a drive to find creative and effective solutions to challenges with the ability to grasp new processes, procedures, data, and expectations quickly.

Physical Demands

Ability to:

• Lift 50 lbs. to shoulder height or higher
• Push or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Walk or hike up to one mile on uneven terrain
• Endure extreme climate variances (e.g., severe cold to high heat and humidity)
• Hear, speak, see, and communicate effectively
• Operate two-handed tools and equipment

Continuously - Standing, Walking, Handling/Grasping, Repetitive Movements, Bending/Stooping.

Frequently - Lifting/Carrying, Pushing/Pulling, Digging, Operating Power Tools.

Occasionally - Driving, Climbing, Reaching Overhead.

Rarely - Sitting, Welding.

Never - Confined Spaces.

Comments: You should expect variability in size, proportions, conditions, and weights of supplies, equipment, and work conditions.

Environmental Conditions

Continuously - Outdoor work

Occasionally - Noise Levels

Frequently - Extreme Temperatures

Rarely - Contact with hazardous materials or air quality issues

Never - Confined Spaces

Comments: You should expect variability based on regional weather patterns. Personal protective equipment is required to be worn by OSHA and ANSI.

Tools & Equipment

Equipment may include:

• Company trucks, trailers, and ATVs
• Hand tools and power tools (hammers, pliers, drills, saws, grinders)
• Power-driven augers and post-hole digging equipment
• Tampers, post drivers, and concrete mixing tools
• Wire stretchers, cutters, and fencing installation tools
• Welding equipment (when qualified and required)
• Gates, posts, rails, wire, and fencing materials
• Traffic control devices (cones, signage)
• Personal protective equipment (hard hat, gloves, eye and