Field Project Leader - Construction & Field Ops (Vehicle Provided)

Utilities One; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Whole Life Insurance

401k Plan

PTO/Paid Holidays

Career Advancement

Company Vehicle

Job summary

Utilities One is seeking a Field Project Manager in Salem, OR to lead on-site field execution and coordinate vendors, crews, and management for construction projects. You will ensure safety, compliance, and timely completion while maintaining strong communication with clients and authorities.

The role focuses on pre-construction readiness, daily field coordination, and QA/QC with a local emphasis on reliability and performance across telecom, power, water, and data center sectors.

Qualifications

• A valid, unrestricted Driver's License;
• Strong knowledge of aerial and underground design and construction requirements;
• Ability to lift around 50 pounds, climb ladders, and work in extreme weather;
• Ability to read and understand maps, drawings, and diagrams for fiber construction;
• Ability to travel to different job sites within the assigned market.

Responsibilities

• Review assigned projects for scope, constructability, and sequencing.
• Conduct pre-construction walkouts with vendors and internal teams.
• Verify locate ticket status and ensure valid locates are in place prior to excavation.
• Issue required 48-hour notices.
• Coordinate specialty services as needed (GPR, core drilling, line adjustments, FDOT scheduling, etc.).
• Confirm permits, traffic control requirements (MOT), and jurisdictional approvals are secured before work begins.
• Identify potential field conflicts early and coordinate resolution with engineering and management.
• Meet with foremen/vendors daily to review work plans, expectations, and job sequencing.
• Monitor GPM check-ins and ensure production is accurately entered and updated.
• Ensure vendors and crews: Have required documentation and certifications; Are properly equipped; Follow approved construction methods and specs
• Verify proper crew assignment based on work type (aerial, underground, boring).
• Enforce approved work-hour restrictions per jurisdiction.
• Confirm crews are working in logical order aligned with locates and permits.
• Coordinate daily MOT needs and communicate requirements to management.
• Conduct ongoing site inspections to verify quality and adherence to plans.
• Ensure compliance with drilling practices, underground depth, aerial standards, PPE.
• Perform QA/QC checks on assigned projects.
• Ensure restoration requirements are completed properly.
• Confirm timely completion of assigned production units (“gigs”).
• Serve as first-line problem solver for field challenges.
• Assist crews in resolving technical issues and unexpected conditions.
• Coordinate map discrepancies and field changes with engineering.
• Investigate and report damages; assist with resolution and documentation.
• Maintain proactive communication when plans require adjustment.
• Escalate critical concerns to OPM or Director when necessary.
• Submit required daily and project reporting including EOS, Damage reports, MOT updates, QA/QC documentation.
• Keep GPM updated with production, rejections, corrections, and completions.
• Ensure project documentation is accurate and submitted in a timely manner.
• Communicate daily with management, clients, cities, and jurisdictions as required.
• Attend coordination meetings when assigned.
• Relay updates, expectations, and changes to field crews promptly.
• Address homeowner or public concerns professionally and coordinate resolution.
• Represent the company as the on-site operational leader.
• Monitor material availability and notify OPM when inventory is insufficient.
• Ensure traffic control requests are submitted and executed properly.
• Support yard organization and equipment readiness.
• Assist in developing field crews through training and reinforcement of standards.
• The Field Project Management / Field Project Manager is accountable for: daily field execution and productivity, vendor and crew compliance with construction standards, safety and permit adherence, accurate reporting and timely completion of goals.

Skills

Driver's License

Aerial & underground design

Field travel readiness

Maps & diagrams

Job description

Utilities One is seeking a Field Project Manager in Salem, OR to lead on-site field execution and coordinate vendors, crews, and management for construction projects. You will ensure safety, compliance, and timely completion while maintaining strong communication with clients and authorities.

The role focuses on pre-construction readiness, daily field coordination, and QA/QC with a local emphasis on reliability and performance across telecom, power, water, and data center sectors.