Field Operations Coordinator

The Ruhlin Company; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Benefits package

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Bonus

Paid time off

Job summary

The Ruhlin Company is seeking a Field Operations Coordinator to support our Operations Division in the Columbus region. This role will focus on coordinating field activities and ensuring personnel and equipment are utilized efficiently on our projects.

You will participate in project coordination meetings, manage equipment usage with the Equipment Manager, assist with staffing, safety, and employee development, and maintain a strong field presence by visiting jobsites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil/construction field or equivalent.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the construction industry.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Proficient with MS 365, MS Teams, Viewpoint Vista, and HCSS.
• Ability to interpret construction documents.
• Willingness to work non-traditional hours.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day field activities to optimize labor and equipment use.
• Participate in project coordination meetings and share best practices.
• Allocate equipment resources with the Equipment Manager.
• Ensure field staff have necessary equipment and materials.
• Maintain field presence by visiting jobsites.
• Support talent acquisition and employee development.
• Promote safety and equal opportunity.

Skills

Time management

Organization

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Conflict resolution

Interpret construction documents

Non-traditional hours

Team mindset

Construction methods

Costing & estimating

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in civil/construction field

Tools

Microsoft 365

Microsoft Teams

Viewpoint Vista

HCSS Software

Job description

The Ruhlin Company

Field Operations Coordinator

Columbus, OH 43230

BUILD YOUR FUTURE WITH THE RUHLIN COMPANY!

Ready to take your career to the next level with a company that’s growing, evolving, and investing in its people? The Ruhlin Company is looking for a Field Operations Coordinator to join our Operations Division. This role will focus on field coordination support for projects in the Columbus region. Because of this, time spent at our Columbus-area job sites and office will be important. However, we encourage employees from either Northeast Ohio or Columbus who are interested to apply, we’re open to discussing how the position could work for your location.

As an employee-owned company (ESOP), our people don’t just workfor Ruhlin they contribute directly to its success. We offer a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees that covers all the essentials medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, 401(k) with generous company match, bonus, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement plus the opportunity to share in the company’s success through employee ownership!

This is an exciting time to be part of Ruhlin. We’re expanding, taking on exciting projects, and creating opportunities for our employees to grow and advance.

If this sounds like the kind of challenge you’re ready for, keep reading to see what your day-to-day would look like and how you can make an impact on our projects and teams.

Summary: Coordinate select day-to-day field activities company-wide to help ensure employees and equipment are utilized effectively and efficiently for the successful execution of projects.

Responsibilities:

Cost

• Participate in project coordination meetings.
• Document best practices and share them with employees.

Equipment Usage and Scheduling

• Coordinate with Equipment Manager, shop, and yard to allocate equipment and material resources and to resolve issues over usage.
• Ensure field employees have the necessary equipment and materials to effectively perform work.
• Maximize utilization of equipment and other assets.

General

• Help resolve staffing and equipment issues.
• Provide guidance to project staff on various construction methods to ensure successful execution of work.
• Maintain a work environment free of harassment, intimidation, and coercion.
• Cooperate fully in achieving the Company’s equal employment opportunity objectives.
• Bring to the attention of the Field Operations Manager, in a timely manner, any employee relations issues that arise such as inadequate work performance or policy violations.
• Maintain strong field presence by visiting jobsites regularly.
• Participate in various preconstruction meetings.
• Assist with field hourly hiring, terminations, and layoffs.
• Perform additional assignments as directed by the Field Operations Manager.

Networking

• Attend and participate in industry meetings and networking events.
• Involvement with trade organizations to help build and maintain effective relationships.

Safety

• Perform jobsite safety inspections.
• Participate in the monitoring of craft and subcontractor compliance with safety program requirements.

Talent Acquisition and Employee Development

• Treat employees and candidates for employment equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual harassment), national origin, disability, age (40 years or older), military/veteran status, ancestry, citizenship, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
• Assist with employee professional development initiatives and programs.
• Participate in recruitment activities as needed to help ensure field staffing requirements are met.
• Assist with obtaining hourly employees in a timely manner.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction engineering technology, construction management, business administration, related field, or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or field experience.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the construction industry.
• Outstanding time management and organizational skills.
• Good problem analysis and problem resolution skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft 365, Microsoft Teams, Viewpoint Vista, HCSS software.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to interpret construction documents.
• Willingness and ability to work some non-traditional hours (evenings and weekends).
• Team focused mindset to build strong working relationships.
• Broad knowledge of construction methods and materials, costing, scheduling, and estimating.
• Commitment to Company values.

The Ruhlin Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in Ohio's Drug Free Safety Program

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.