Traveling Field Project Manager — Construction Leader

Utilities One Group; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance plans (health, dental

401k Plan

PTO/Paid Holidays

Career Advancement Opportunities

Company Vehicle and Fuel Card provided

Job summary

Utilities One Group is seeking a Field Project Manager to support construction projects across the Western U.S. This travel-based role requires frequent site visits and coordination with vendors, crews, and clients.

As on-site leader, you will ensure safety, compliance, and timely execution of projects, driving quality and efficiency while upholding company standards and client expectations.

Qualifications

• A valid, unrestricted Driver’s License.
• Strong knowledge of field construction, vendor management, and project coordination.
• Ability to read and understand construction plans, drawings, maps, and diagrams.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively coordinate crews, subcontractors, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to work outdoors and in varying weather conditions.
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently to different project sites throughout the Western U.S. market.

Responsibilities

• Review 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 specifications.
• 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 requirements, aerial standards, and PPE.
• Perform QA/QC checks and ensure restoration requirements are met.
• Confirm timely completion of production units.
• Serve as the 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.

Skills

Field coordination

Vendor management

Project coordination

Travel readiness

Job description

Utilities One Group is seeking a Field Project Manager to support construction projects across the Western U.S. This travel-based role requires frequent site visits and coordination with vendors, crews, and clients.

As on-site leader, you will ensure safety, compliance, and timely execution of projects, driving quality and efficiency while upholding company standards and client expectations.