Assistant Field Operations Manager

Assistant Field Operations Manager

Location: Fort Worth, TX
Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Starting Salary: $100,000/year; higher depending on experience

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Field Operations Manager to support field teams, oversee project execution, and ensure safe and efficient operations. This hands-on leadership role involves coordinating crews, managing equipment, resolving operational challenges, and maintaining strong customer relationships in a fast-paced field environment.

• Support field supervisors in coordinating projects, assigning work, and monitoring progress.

• Ensure projects meet safety requirements, quality standards, deadlines, and budget expectations.

• Provide hands-on leadership, coach team members, and resolve field operational issues.

• Conduct site visits to assess safety, work quality, equipment readiness, and operational efficiency.

• Coordinate with customers, field partners, and regulatory agencies.

• Assist with hiring, employee training, performance evaluations, and staff development.

• Support workforce planning, budgeting, and operational forecasting.

• Review payroll, labor hours, equipment usage, and project documentation for accuracy.

• Coordinate equipment maintenance and replacement to maintain operational readiness.

• Support customer relationship management and business development activities.

• Experience in field operations, heavy equipment, construction, or a related industry preferred.

• Previous leadership experience managing field teams.

• Knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) regulations.

• Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred.

• Experience operating heavy equipment, including cranes, trucks, and excavators.

• Ability to interpret crane load charts and understand rigging requirements.

• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn operational software.

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

• Ability to complete required safety training and certification programs.

• Frequent overnight travel to job sites.

• On-call availability, with the ability to report to a job site within one hour when required.

• Ability to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays as needed.

• Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

• Ability to perform hands-on work in physically demanding environments, including walking on job sites and lifting up to 50 pounds.

• Competitive salary based on experience.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• Disability, life, and AD&D insurance.

• Paid time off and holidays.

• Training and certification opportunities.

• Career advancement opportunities.