Operations, Installation & Maintenance Manager

GeoStabilization International®; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction management firm is seeking an Operations, Installation & Maintenance Manager to lead field teams in installing fencing and access control systems across the Western U.S. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of management experience in related fields and strong skills in project execution and crew optimization. This role requires travel, and applicants must be based at the office in Erie, CO.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing field installation teams in fencing, gates, or commercial construction.
• Experience with automated gate operators and access controls.
• Ability to track crew productivity and job profitability.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of field execution for fencing and gate projects.
• Plan and coordinate installation schedules and manpower.
• Implement proactive maintenance protocols for client work.

Skills

Managing field installation teams

Knowledge of automated gate systems

Project management

Strong communication skills

Safety enforcement

Ability to read construction drawings

Job description

Operations, Installation & Maintenance Manager

RoadGuard is the critical protection division of GeoStabilization International (GSI), delivering engineered fencing, gate, and barrier systems that protect infrastructure, secure industrial assets, and improve public safety across North America.

We’re hiring an Operations, Installation & Maintenance Manager to lead our self-perform and subcontract crews installing fencing, gate, and access control systems throughout the Western U.S.

This is a high-accountability, field-forward role that owns schedule discipline, installation quality, crew efficiency, and customer success.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of field execution for fencing, gate, and access control projects
• Build and lead self-perform crews while managing specialty subcontractors as needed
• Plan and coordinate installation schedules, manpower, equipment, and material delivery
• Ensure installation adheres to design drawings, technical specs, and code requirements
• Commission and test automated gate systems (operators, sensors, access panels)
• Own project punch lists, QC reviews, and customer closeout
• Implement proactive maintenance protocols for recurring client work
• Provide hands-on training, development, and safety enforcement for field staff
• Track crew productivity and job profitability in coordination with project management

Partner with Estimators and Designers to drive constructability and value engineering

Must-Haves

• 5+ years experience managing field installation teams in fencing, gates, or commercial construction
• Working knowledge of automated gate operators, card readers, access controls, safety loops, and troubleshooting
• Proven ability to manage and optimize crew performance across multiple concurrent projects
• Comfortable with field technology (mobile plans, time tracking, field reporting tools)
• OSHA 30 or ability to obtain within 90 days
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and installation manuals
• Strong communication, team development, and client-facing skills
• Willing and able to travel throughout the Western U.S. as needed
• Must be based at our Ideal Fencing Co office in Erie, CO

Preferred Experience

• Background in guardrail, DOT barrier systems, or perimeter security
• Prior experience commissioning or maintaining automated access systems
• Familiarity with service-level agreements (SLAs) for warranty/maintenance contracts
• Experience in lean construction, process improvement, or field ops digitization

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management

Industries

Construction

Denver, CO

Salary: $250,000.00 - $300,000.00