Construction Field Operations Leader

DPR Construction; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DPR Construction in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced Field Operations Leader to guide field teams and subcontractors in delivering safe, high-quality construction results.

You will oversee on-site activities, coordinate with project managers and suppliers, and drive adherence to schedule, budget, and specifications while promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement. The role emphasizes leadership, accountability, and collaboration across trades to meet client expectations.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree required.
• 7 years of experience in field engineering, construction management, or a related field.
• 1-2 years of experience in a managerial capacity preferred.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification preferred.
• OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification within 6 months of hire required.
• First Aid and CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Leads, manages, and develops a team of field individuals to achieve exceptional performance and encourage talent development.
• Oversees all on-site construction activities, ensuring work is performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project specifications and organizational standards.
• Manages coordination with project managers, self-perform team, subcontractors, and suppliers to schedule resources, resolve moderately complex issues, manage field related costs and change impacts, and maintain project momentum.
• Ensures compliance with safety policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Reviews and approves daily field documentation, including progress reports, safety logs planning documentation (i.e. pre-task-plans), and incident records, to ensure accurate and timely reporting.
• Reviews and communicates project status, risks, and opportunities to project leadership and relevant stakeholders, proactively addressing concerns to support project success.

Skills

Field leadership

Team management

Safety compliance

Project coordination

Communication

Education

Associate's degree in construction management, engineering, a related field, or equivalent experience

Job description

DPR Construction in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced Field Operations Leader to guide field teams and subcontractors in delivering safe, high-quality construction results.

You will oversee on-site activities, coordinate with project managers and suppliers, and drive adherence to schedule, budget, and specifications while promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement. The role emphasizes leadership, accountability, and collaboration across trades to meet client expectations.