District Field Operations Manager

Asplundh Careers; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a District Area Manager to provide day-to-day field leadership across a portfolio of projects. You will supervise Project Managers, coordinate with Regional Supervisors, and drive on-schedule, on-budget delivery with strong safety and operational excellence.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or 15+ years of related experience and 10+ years of progressive leadership in utility/construction. Strong communication and proactive problem-solving are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field, or 15+ years related experience.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership/management experience in utility and/or construction.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day field construction communications and supervision.
• Direct Project Managers and coordinate with Regional Supervisors to maintain efficiency.
• Help ensure project delivery on schedule and within budget with safety emphasis.
• Review proposals, estimates, and change orders with Estimating Team for accurate pricing and planning.
• Coordinate submittal delivery and material procurement with Purchasing Manager.
• Direct Project Managers to keep subcontractors on schedule and within budget.
• Assess resources (personnel, equipment, material) and coordinate gaps with Regional Manager.
• Coordinate project operations, schedules, and forecasting with the Regional PM team.
• Advise on field issues and report to the Regional Manager; identify improvement opportunities.
• Evaluate training needs for General Foremen and field staff and coordinate development.

Job description

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a District Area Manager to provide day-to-day field leadership across a portfolio of projects. You will supervise Project Managers, coordinate with Regional Supervisors, and drive on-schedule, on-budget delivery with strong safety and operational excellence.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or 15+ years of related experience and 10+ years of progressive leadership in utility/construction. Strong communication and proactive problem-solving are essential.