Field Operations Manager - Construction

Job Title: Field Operations Manager
Department: Operations
Reports To: President
Job Type: Full-Time – Exempt
Location: St. Louis MO (Hybrid)

Build Your Future with TrueNorth Construction!

At TrueNorth Construction, LLC, we’re passionate about transforming spaces through exceptional commercial construction. We deliver a diverse range of projects, from vibrant restaurants and modern retail spaces to cutting-edge healthcare facilities, educational institutions, convenience stores, petroleum stations, and industrial complexes. Whether it’s tenant improvements, full-scale remodels, or ground-up builds, our work shapes communities nationwide.

Our culture thrives on collaboration, trust, integrity, and empowering our people to grow. We believe our greatest asset is our people, and we are deeply committed to creating a positive work environment where every team member can thrive and reach their full potential. Join us to lead and support field teams, strengthen jobsite performance, and help build projects that exceed expectations.

What You’ll Do

As a Field Operations Manager, you’ll lead with accountability and purpose, supporting field teams across multiple commercial construction projects to ensure safe, high-quality, and efficient execution. You’ll:

• Lead Field Performance: Supervise, coach, and develop assigned superintendents and field staff to build a high-performing field operations team.
• Champion Safety: Promote jobsite safety across assigned projects and serve as the acting Safety Manager for work within your assigned span of control.
• Drive Quality & Execution: Promote consistent field execution, quality control, and adherence to project plans, specifications, schedules, and TrueNorth standards.
• Support Jobsites: Travel to project sites to conduct reviews, support field teams, evaluate performance, and provide hands-on operational guidance.
• Develop Field Talent: Identify training needs, coordinate field training, and lead meetings or conference calls that support field performance objectives.
• Improve Field Processes: Lead the development and improvement of field manuals, safety documentation, policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Support Recruiting & Staffing: Support and help lead recruiting efforts for field positions and assist with temporary field coverage when business needs require.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Partner with project management, pre-construction, leadership, and other departments to ensure field performance supports company and client goals.

Who You Are

• Experienced Field Leader: 8 years of experience in commercial construction, including at least 5 years in a supervisory field role.
• Superintendent Background: Strong superintendent experience in commercial construction, including tenant improvement and ground-up construction with high-level finishes.
• People-First Coach: Proven ability to lead field teams, coach employees, manage performance, and address issues professionally and effectively.
• Safety & Quality Focused: Strong commitment to safety, quality, schedule performance, and customer satisfaction.
• Technical Expert: Extensive knowledge of commercial construction practices, including blueprint reading, jobsite coordination, subcontractor management, and field documentation.
• Organized Communicator: Exceptional communication, organization, planning, and relationship-building skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, clients, subcontractors, and project partners.
• Technology Comfortable: Proficient with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Procore; comfortable using technology to improve field operations.
• Training Ready: Able to maintain CPR, First Aid, and OSHA training as required by TrueNorth.
• Travel Ready: Willingness to travel frequently to project sites, up to 50% of the time as business needs require; valid driver’s license required.

Physical Demands

You’ll work at active construction sites, both indoors and outdoors, involving standing, walking, climbing, and occasionally lifting up to 75 lbs. Expect extended hours, up to 12 hours per day, and significant driving to meet project needs.

TrueNorth Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

Why TrueNorth?

• Impactful Work: Shape spaces where people live, work, and thrive.
• People-First Culture: Join a close-knit team that feels like family, where your growth is supported through training, mentorship, and diverse projects.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a hybrid schedule with one day/week work-from-home to support your lifestyle.
• Competitive Rewards: We offer strong pay and benefits to value your dedication.

Ready to Build with Us?

If you’re a field-focused leader ready to strengthen teams, drive safe and consistent project execution, and grow with a trusted, people-first contractor, we want you! Apply now to join TrueNorth Construction and make your mark.

*Please note: TrueNorth Construction manages all hiring directly and does not partner with outside recruiters or staffing agencies for any position. We kindly ask recruiters not to contact us regarding current or future openings.

Pay: $115,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company truck
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a 4 year Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering or a related field?
• What are 3 values that guide how you lead people in the field? For one of them, give a specific example of how it affected a decision you made on a construction project.
• Describe a time you had to address a performance, attitude, or accountability issue with a superintendent or field employee. What was the issue, how did you handle it, and what was the outcome?
• What are 3 things you are looking for in your next employer or leadership team, and why do those matter to you?
• Thinking about your past employers, what type of work environment helped you do your best work, and what type of environment made it harder for you to succeed?
• Tell us about a project or jobsite situation that was not going well. What was happening, what did you personally do to help correct it, and what did you learn from it?
• Describe the largest field team or group of projects you have been responsible for overseeing. How many people or projects were involved, and what was your role in keeping them on track?
• Why are you considering a new opportunity at this point in your career, and what would make this next move the right fit?

Experience:

• Commercial construction: 8 years (Preferred)
• Supervisory: 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $115,000 - $160,000