Construction Field Operations Manager

Gleason Construction; Devils Lake (ND); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned general contracting company in Devils Lake, ND, is seeking a Construction Field Operations Manager. This full-time on-site role requires a minimum of 10 years of hands-on field experience. The ideal candidate will coordinate all day-to-day activities on multiple job sites, manage crews, monitor progress and safety standards, and communicate effectively with project management. A valid driver’s license and willingness to travel are essential. Relocation costs will be covered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on field experience in a self-performing contractor environment.
• Prior foreman or superintendent role preferred.
• Self-starter with excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage crews across multiple scopes of work.
• Monitor field progress, quality, and safety.
• Communicate with project management and subcontractors.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organization

Proficiency in construction tools

Tools

Saws

Drills

Scissor lift

Forklifts

Boom lifts

Skid steer

Job description

LOCATION: DEVILS LAKE, ND

Company Description

Gleason Construction, Inc. is a family owned and operated self-performing general contracting company based in Devils Lake, North Dakota. We specialize in commercial construction projects of all sizes within multiple sectors throughout North Dakota. Our focus is on quality craftsmanship, high-integrity, customer satisfaction, and completing projects on time and within budget.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Construction Field Operations Manager, relocation costs to be paid. This position will oversee all day-to-day field activities for Gleason Construction’s self-performing crews, ensuring manpower, materials, equipment, and scheduling are coordinated efficiently across job sites. The Field Operations Manager will be responsible to:

• Plan, assign, and manage crews across multiple scopes of work.
• Develop and maintain weekly crew schedules.
• Monitor field progress, quality, and safety; hold regular jobsite check-ins.
• Manage manpower allocation: ensuring each crew has what they need (tools, materials, equipment).
• Coordinate procurement and delivery of construction materials.
• Track and allocate company-owned tools and equipment across job sites.
• Maintain inventory, handle tool/equipment check-in/check-out, and schedule maintenance.
• Communicate with project management, office manager, subcontractors, and suppliers to coordinate deliveries, scope changes, sequencing.
• Track labor hours, productivity vs. budget, report issues or delays early.
• Enforce safety and quality standards; ensure compliance with all applicable regulations.
• Mentor crew leads/foremen and assist with onboarding new field staff.

Qualifications

• 10+ year experience preferred of hands‑on field experience in a self-performing contractor environment; prior foreman or superintendent role preferred.
• Honest, trustworthy, and dependable
• Self-starter with excellent communication, leadership, and organization
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use, care, and safety of construction tools (saws, drills, levels, ect.) and equipment (scissor lift, forklifts, boom lifts, skid steer, etc.)
• Proven ability to manage people, materials, and equipment across multiple sites.
• Ability to read drawings/plans, understand multiple trades/scopes.
• Comfortable in both hands‑on oversight, as well as reporting and coordinating with project leadership.
• Valid driver’s license; willingness to travel to job sites.