Construction Operations Manager

Peregrine Search Solutions; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Company-provided Tablet and Laptop

Mobile Phone Allowance

Monthly Vehicle Allowance

Travel Reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Peregrine Search Solutions in the Raleigh-Durham area is seeking a Construction Field Operations Manager to lead daily field execution on residential and multi-family sites, drive safety, quality, and efficiency, and coordinate with trades. The role requires hands-on leadership, a strong understanding of site logistics, and the ability to optimize workflows in a dynamic subcontractor environment.

You will manage budgets, schedules, and relationships with general contractors, developers, and

Qualifications

• 3+ years of field management or site supervision in residential or multi-family construction.
• Valid Driver’s License with clean driving record for local travel.
• Strong understanding of field operations, site logistics, and trade scheduling.
• Ability to manage subcontractor relationships and enforce deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Direct daily field operations across multiple residential and multi-family job sites in the local market.
• Oversee trade crews and subcontractors to ensure quality, safety, and on-time delivery.
• Resolve on-site issues, optimize workflows, and manage logistics for tools and materials.
• Monitor costs, track job-costs, and support margins and field profitability.
• Coordinate milestones with general contractors, developers, and inspectors.
• Uphold OSHA standards and promote a collaborative, accountable team environment.

Skills

Field operations

Trade coordination

Budget tracking

Safety compliance

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

Site management tools

Mobile construction tech

MS Office

Job description

Construction Field Operations Manager

Location: Raleigh-Durham Metro Area, NC

Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site & Local Jobsite Travel

Department: Field Operations

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

We are partnering with a premier, fast-growing regional subcontractor specializing in site preparation and structural trade solutions for the residential and multi-family homebuilding sectors. Known for an exceptional workplace culture and strong industry partnerships, the company delivers high-quality site work, concrete, masonry, and exterior landscaping packages across major active developments. They are seeking a dedicated, hands-on field leader to oversee site-level performance and subcontractor coordination in the greater Raleigh market

POSITION SUMMARY

The Field Operations Manager will take full ownership of daily jobsite execution across active residential and multi-family construction projects. This role is responsible for driving field efficiency, maintaining high standards of quality and safety, tracking job costs, and managing relationships with trade partners, site crews, and regional homebuilders.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Field Execution & Trade Oversight

• Direct daily field operations across multiple residential and multi-family job sites in the local market
• Oversee trade crews and sub-tier contractors to ensure work aligns with project plans, quality standards, safety guidelines, and delivery schedules
• Resolve on-site technical issues, eliminate workflow bottlenecks, and manage logistics for tools, equipment, and material deliveries

Financial Performance & Cost Controls

• Track project scopes and job-costing line items to protect margins and drive site profitability.
• Review and approve field invoices, vendor charges, and material receipts against established job budgets.
• Monitor labor efficiency and material usage to mitigate cost overruns and material waste.

Partner & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary operational liaison to general contractors, land developers, builder partners, and municipal inspectors.
• Coordinate project milestones and daily field schedules with trade teams, utility providers, and client reps to ensure seamless site progress.

Safety & Team Leadership

• Maintain zero-compromise OSHA standards across all active jobsites, ensuring full compliance from employee crews and subcontractors.
• Promote a team-first, solution-oriented work environment that emphasizes accountability, clear communication, and continuous improvement.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPECTATIONS

• Experience: 3+ years of field management, site supervision, or project coordination experience within residential, multi-family, site development, concrete, or trade contracting environments.
• Site Mobility: Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record required for daily local jobsite travel.
• Core Competencies:
  • Strong understanding of field operations, site logistics, and trade scheduling.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractor relationships and hold crews accountable to deadlines.
  • Sound financial intuition, basic construction math skills, and experience tracking job-cost budgets.
  • Outstanding verbal communication and conflict-resolution skills.
  • Proficiency using digital site-management tools, mobile construction tech, and standard office software.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Base Salary: Highly competitive starting base salary based on experience.
• Incentive Bonus: Performance-based bonus program linked to site margins and project milestones.
• Health & Life: Comprehensive Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance, plus company-paid Life Insurance.
• Retirement: 401(k) plan with company matching options.
• Paid Time Off: Paid Vacation, Personal Time, and Holiday pay.
• Field Technology & Travel Stipends:
  • Monthly Vehicle Allowance / Travel Expense Reimbursement
  • Monthly Mobile Phone Allowance
  • Company-provided Tablet and Laptop

Compensation: $90,000 per year