On-Site Construction Lead: Field Ops (Phoenix)

CDM Smith; Lisle (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a field operations professional to join our project team at a Phoenix, Arizona site. You will coordinate site activities, manage daily reporting, oversee subcontractors, and ensure work aligns with drawings and safety standards.

This role emphasizes collaboration with the construction lead, maintaining quality, tracking progress, and preparing reports. Travel is extensive (100%), and candidates should have a strong construction management background.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus nine years of construction or field operations experience.
• Associate degree plus six years of construction or field operations experience.
• Bachelor’s degree plus three years of relevant experience. The associate or bachelor’s degree must be in Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate overall field operations with the site construction lead, including scheduling, daily reporting, and subcontractor communication.
• Oversee subcontractors to ensure safety, quality, and compliance with drawings and specs.
• Prepare Daily Reports and Quality Inspection Reports as official project records.
• Maintain on-site records and ensure latest design revisions are used.
• Assist Project Construction Manager with progress reports and contract extras.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent + nine years of construction or field operations experience

Associate degree + six years of construction or field operations experience

Bachelor’s degree + 3 years in Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a field operations professional to join our project team at a Phoenix, Arizona site. You will coordinate site activities, manage daily reporting, oversee subcontractors, and ensure work aligns with drawings and safety standards.

This role emphasizes collaboration with the construction lead, maintaining quality, tracking progress, and preparing reports. Travel is extensive (100%), and candidates should have a strong construction management background.