Installation Manager (Field Operations)

Orion Placement; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance after 90 days

10 days PTO

11 holidays per year

Performance-based rewards

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Houston, TX is seeking a Lead Installation Coordinator to manage the installation calendar, coordinate crews, and ensure projects run smoothly from start to finish.

You will work hands-on with field crews and project managers, maintaining schedules, materials, and safety standards to deliver high-quality signage installations.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of commercial signage, construction, installation, or field operations experience.
• Hands-on installer experience in signage, solar, electrical, low voltage/AV, telecommunications, storefront/glazing, awnings, canopies, or similar trade.
• Strong experience scheduling installations and coordinating field crews across multiple projects.
• Ability to interpret installation drawings, site plans, and work orders.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take charge of our installation calendar, scheduling crews and coordinating multiple projects from start to finish.
• Ensure every installation is ready to go with the right materials, equipment, staffing, and site access.
• Be the go-to problem solver for field crews, helping resolve challenges and keep projects moving.
• Partner with project managers to communicate updates, navigate schedule changes, and meet deadlines.
• Oversee crew assignments, vehicle readiness, equipment maintenance, and installation logistics.
• Maintain accurate project tracking, documentation, and closeout records using Asana.
• Promote a safety-first environment while helping our installation teams deliver exceptional results.

Skills

Scheduling installations

Field operations coordination

Leadership

Bilingual English/Spanish

Communication

Tools

Asana

Job description

• Take ownership of installation operations with a growing commercial signage company where your leadership makes a visible impact.
• Enjoy a consistent Monday through Friday schedule with a great balance of office coordination and hands-on field support.
• Earn a year-end bonus and receive performance reviews twice a year with opportunities for salary increases.
• Enjoy 10 days of PTO, 11 paid company holidays, and health insurance eligibility after 90 days.
• Join a team that values craftsmanship, teamwork, accountability, and getting the job done right.
• Build your leadership career while coordinating exciting commercial signage and construction projects.

Location: Houston, TX. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity where you'll collaborate closely with installation crews and project managers while keeping daily field operations running smoothly.

Note: Candidates must have 2+ years of relevant commercial installation, construction, or field operations experience and must have personally worked in a hands-on installation role. Experience managing schedules and coordinating field crews is essential. Candidates with office-only coordination experience will not qualify.

About Us

We are a growing commercial signage company specializing in custom architectural signs, manufacturing, and installation for commercial properties and businesses. Our team takes pride in exceptional craftsmanship, reliable service, and delivering high-quality projects that make a lasting impression.Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Take charge of our installation calendar, scheduling crews and coordinating multiple projects from start to finish.
• Ensure every installation is ready to go with the right materials, equipment, staffing, and site access.
• Be the go-to problem solver for field crews, helping resolve challenges and keep projects moving.
• Partner with project managers to communicate updates, navigate schedule changes, and meet deadlines.
• Oversee crew assignments, vehicle readiness, equipment maintenance, and installation logistics.
• Maintain accurate project tracking, documentation, and closeout records using Asana.
• Promote a safety-first environment while helping our installation teams deliver exceptional results.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of commercial signage, construction, installation, or related field operations experience.
• Previous hands‑on experience as an installer in signage, solar, electrical, low voltage/AV, telecommunications, storefront/glazing, awnings, canopies, or a similar field trade.
• Strong experience scheduling installations and coordinating field crews across multiple projects.
• Ability to interpret installation drawings, site plans, and work orders.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills are strongly preferred.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• You'll play an important leadership role in a growing company where your decisions directly influence project success.
• You'll enjoy a collaborative environment where your field experience and ideas are genuinely valued.
• You'll have opportunities to grow professionally while taking ownership of meaningful responsibilities.
• You'll receive competitive compensation, paid time off, health benefits, and opportunities for performance-based rewards.
• You'll work alongside dedicated professionals who value quality, teamwork, and taking pride in their work.