Internal Project Manager / Dispatcher

What You'll Do

• Manage the daily scheduling and dispatching of field crews, equipment, and resources across multiple active projects
• Own the day-to-day project schedule, adjusting manpower and equipment to meet customer commitments and maximize efficiency
• Serve as the primary point of communication between customers, field crews, subcontractors, and company leadership
• Cover work orders and ensure crews are fully prepared with equipment and materials before each workday
• Monitor job progress throughout the day and proactively reassign crews as priorities change
• Communicate with customers regarding job status, arrival times, scheduling updates, and project readiness
• Manage fleet maintenance schedules, vehicle inspections, equipment records, and preventative maintenance programs
• Oversee DOT compliance, driver qualification files, vehicle inspections, and random drug and alcohol testing programs
• Manage employee attendance, performance documentation, disciplinary actions, and incident reporting
• Cover hiring support, onboarding documentation, and workforce compliance requirements
• Maintain accurate operational records, schedules, and documentation within the company's management systems
• Continuously improve scheduling efficiency, resource utilization, and overall operational performance

Must-Haves

• Experience coordinating field operations within construction, specialty contracting, utilities, transportation, or similar industries
• Strong scheduling, dispatching, logistics, or operations management experience
• Able to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to lead or supervise field personnel
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to solve problems quickly while balancing customer needs and operational priorities
• Experience working with Microsoft Office and construction management software
• Strong sense of accountability, urgency, and ownership
• Professional demeanor with the ability to build strong relationships with both customers and field personnel

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience with DOT or FMCSA compliance requirements
• Experience coordinating construction equipment and fleet maintenance
• Background in concrete, demolition, heavy civil, or specialty contracting
• Experience with employee performance management and workforce documentation
• Familiarity with GPS fleet management or dispatch software
• Previous field experience within construction operations

Our Client Offers

• Competitive base salary of approximately $80,000-$110,000, depending on experience
• Opportunity to become one of the key operational leaders within the company
• Direct partnership with company ownership and executive leadership
• Stable, family-owned company with more than 50 years of success
• Diverse project portfolio including commercial, industrial, transportation, municipal, state, and federal work
• Collaborative, team-first culture where initiative and accountability are rewarded
• Medical benefits
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• IRA retirement program
• Long-term career growth and advancement opportunities