Field Project Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Project Review & Pre-Construction Readiness
• Conduct pre-construction walkouts with vendors and internal teams.
• Verify locate ticket status and ensure valid locates are in place prior to excavation.
• Issue required 48-hour notices.
• Coverage of specialty services as needed (GPR, core drilling, line adjustments, FDOT scheduling, etc.).
• Confirm permits, traffic control requirements (MOT), and jurisdictional approvals are secured before work begins.
• Identify potential field conflicts early and coordinate resolution with engineering and management.
• Daily Field Coordination & Vendor Oversight
• Meet with foremen/vendors daily to review work plans, expectations, and job sequencing.
• Monitor GPM check-ins and ensure production is accurately entered and updated.
• Ensure vendors and crews: Have required documentation and certifications Are properly equipped for assigned work Follow approved construction methods and specifications Verify proper crew assignment based on work type (aerial, underground, boring).
• Enforce approved work-hour restrictions per jurisdiction.
• Coordinate daily MOT needs and communicate requirements to management.
• Field Execution, Quality & Compliance
• Conduct ongoing site inspections to verify quality and adherence to plans.
• Ensure compliance with: Required drilling practices (potholing, drain sock use, proper depths, DAP procedures, etc.) Underground depth requirements Aerial attachment standards and HOA requirements Safety regulations and PPE compliance Perform QA/QC checks on assigned projects Ensure restoration requirements are completed properly Confirm timely completion of assigned production units (“gigs”).
• Troubleshooting & Issue Resolution
• Serve as the first-line problem solver for field challenges.
• Aid crews in resolving technical issues and unexpected conditions.
• Coordinate map discrepancies and field changes with engineering.
• Investigate and report damages; assist with resolution and documentation.
• Maintain proactive communication when plans require adjustment.
• Escalate critical concerns to OPM or Director when necessary.
• Reporting & Documentation
• Submit required daily and project reporting including: End-of-shift reports (EOS) Damage reports MOT updates QA/QC documentation Keep GPM updated with production, rejections, corrections, and completions Ensure project documentation is accurate and submitted in a timely manner.
• Stakeholder Communication & Representation
• Communicate daily with management, clients, cities, and jurisdictions as required.
• Attend coordination meetings when assigned.
• Relay updates, expectations, and changes to field crews promptly.
• Address homeowner or public concerns professionally and coordinate resolution.
• Represent the company as the on-site operational leader.
• Resource & Operational Support
• Monitor material availability and notify OPM when inventory is insufficient.
• Support yard organization and equipment readiness.
• Aid in developing field crews through training and reinforcement of standards.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• A valid, unrestricted Driver's License;
• Strong knowledge of aerial and underground design and construction requirements as they relate to the customer and any governmental guidelines;
• Ability to lift around 50 pounds, safely climb ladders, and work in extreme weather;
• Ability to read and understand maps, drawings, and diagrams for fiber construction;
• Ability to travel to different job sites within the assigned market.