Director of Field Operations

EnviroVantage; Epping, Northern (NH, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

EnviroVantage, a premier Environmental Remediation and Demolition contractor, seeks a Director of Field Operations to lead field teams and drive safe, on-time project delivery across active sites. You will shape field methods, optimize crew and equipment utilization, and align field execution with budget and quality standards.

This leadership role emphasizes developing project managers and foremen, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement while coordinating across operations,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction management or related field preferred.
• 10+ years’ direct experience in Environmental Remediation and/or Demolition.
• OSHA training required.
• Excellent relationship and team building skills.
• Strong computer skills – Microsoft Office Suite and a Construction Management software preferred.
• Strong leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for all field operations across active projects.
• Ensure projects are properly staffed, sequenced, equipped, and executed to achieve schedule, budget, quality, and productivity objectives.
• Maintain visibility into all active projects, including project status, staffing, critical milestones, and risks.
• Conduct regular jobsite visits to evaluate field performance and support field leadership.
• Resolve operational challenges related to manpower, equipment, sequencing, site logistics, subcontractors, and changing field conditions.
• Standardize field execution practices to promote consistency and operational excellence.
• Monitor field performance through labor productivity, schedule adherence, safety, quality, and equipment utilization.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, field efficiency, and workforce effectiveness.
• Foster collaboration between Operations, Project Management, Safety, HR, and Leadership.
• Champion safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, NESHAP, USACE EM 385, and client requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Team building

Relationship building

Multitasking

OSHA training

Communication

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Construction Management software

Job description

As an industry leading Environmental Remediation & Demolition Contractor since 1985, EnviroVantage, Inc is looking to add to our incredible team. Servicing projects across the United States and its territories, EnviroVantage is recognized as a trusted authority for projects involving proper hazardous materials handling and demolition.

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Director of Field Operations to lead our field teams and oversee the successful execution of projects across all active job sites. This highly visible, field-focused leadership role is responsible for how work is done in the field, including construction means and methods, crew and equipment utilization, project sequencing, scheduling, regulatory compliance, safety protocols, and overall field performance.

The Director of Field Operations will partner with project leaders to ensure work is completed safely, on schedule, within budgeted labor hours, and in accordance with quality and regulatory requirements across complex abatement and demolition scopes. As a key driver of operational excellence, this role is also responsible for strengthening the field leadership pipeline by developing project managers, superintendents, foremen, and other field staff while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Field Operations

• Provide leadership and oversight for all field operations across active projects.
• Ensure projects are properly staffed, sequenced, equipped, and executed to achieve schedule, budget, quality, and productivity objectives.
• Maintain visibility into all active projects, including project status, staffing, critical milestones, and operational risks.
• Conduct regular jobsite visits to evaluate field performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and support field leadership.
• Resolve operational challenges related to manpower, equipment, sequencing, site logistics, subcontractors, and changing field conditions.
• Standardize field execution practices to promote consistency and operational excellence across the organization.
• Monitor field performance through key operational metrics, including labor productivity, schedule adherence, safety performance, quality, and equipment utilization.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational processes, field efficiency, and workforce effectiveness.
• Foster collaboration between Operations, Project Management, Safety, Human Resources, and Leadership.

Safety & Compliance

• Champion a culture where operational leaders are accountable for safety performance.
• Partner with the Safety Director to ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, NESHAP, USACE EM 385, state regulations, client requirements, and company policies.
• Review safety trends, incident data, inspections, and corrective actions to reduce risk and continuously improve field performance.
• Participate in incident investigations and ensure operational corrective actions are implemented.
• Verify appropriate certifications, licensing, engineering controls, and regulatory requirements are maintained on applicable projects.
• Participate in project handoff meetings to ensure successful transitions from estimating and project management to field execution.
• Confirm projects are fully prepared for mobilization, including staffing, equipment, permits, logistics, safety planning, and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate equipment, tooling, and resource availability to support project schedules and operational priorities.

Leadership & Communication

• Serve as a member of the Leadership Team, contributing to operational planning and strategic initiatives.
• Lead regular meetings with field staff to communicate priorities, review performance, and reinforce company expectations.
• Participate in operations meetings, project reviews, and client meetings as needed.
• Represent the company at industry associations, networking events, and professional organizations.

Reporting

• Provide regular operational updates to leadership on project performance, manpower, safety, operational risks, and key initiatives.
• Prepare reports and analyses related to field operations, productivity, workforce planning, safety, and project execution.
• Present operational performance metrics and recommendations to leadership.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction management or another related field preferred.
• 10+ years’ direct experience in Environmental Remediation and/or Demolition required.
• OSHA training required.
• Excellent relationship and team building skills
• Strong computer skills – Microsoft Office Suite and a Construction Management software preferred.
• Strong ability to multitask, prioritize, and stay organized.
• Professional with strong leadership skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to complete work projects on time and in an effective manner; regular and prompt attendance are an essential job function
• Ability to pick up construction debris and able to lift 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Must be able to sit for prolonged periods with occasional standing and walking.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Committed to hiring protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

If you need accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] .

Equal Opportunity Employer: Committed to hiring protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

If you need accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at 800 640 5323 or [e-mail].