Field Operations Manager
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Job Location:
Birmingham, MI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Field Operations Manager
Location: Birmingham AL
Reports to: Chief Operating Officer
Compensation: Competitive salary performance-based bonus eligibility
Employment Type: Full-time
About Creature
Creature is a vertically integrated builder that self-performs electrical plumbing HVAC (mechanical) and carpentry. We invest in developing elite tradespeople executing with precision and building systems that eliminate waste and increase reliability. Our work only succeeds when the field succeeds and the Field Operations Manager sits at the center of that mission.
Purpose of the Role
Own and lead Creatures trade workforce to ensure exceptional field execution across all projects. The Field Operations Manager exists to build deploy and develop high-performing trade teams by exercising sound judgment clear authority and disciplined leadership. This role ensures the right people are prepared placed and progressingwhile holding the standard for safety performance and long-term workforce strength.
Key Responsibilities
1) Ownership of the Trade Workforce
Serve as the senior operational leader for all trade workers (Electrical Plumbing HVAC Carpentry). Own performance development morale and accountability across the workforce. This role sets expectations resolves issues and ensures trade workers are supported challenged and progressing.
2) Workforce Strategy & Deployment
Ensure the right people are on the right projects at the right time. Use judgment experience and understanding of individual skill setsnot just schedulesto make deployment decisions that optimize project flow productivity and long-term talent development.
3) Week-One Onboarding & Trade Readiness
Own the full Week-One experience for all new trade hires. Establish trust clarify expectations ensure safety and policy understanding assess starting skills and create an initial advancement plan that sets each worker up for success from Day 1.
4) Look-Ahead Discipline & Schedule Authority
Hold the standard for high-quality 4-Week Look-Aheads. Challenge gaps missed constraints and people-related oversights. Partner with field and executive leadership to approve labor plans and enforce schedule integrityno changes without alignment and approval.
5) Trade Development & Continuous Improvement
Drive continuous improvement of the trade workforce through post-project assessments targeted training and intentional job assignments. Identify patterns skill gaps and opportunities to strengthen bench depth safety and long-term performance.
Traits That Define Success
Ownership Mentality Owns the entire field workforce and its performance.
Clarity & Communication Provides timely accurate updates that build trust.
Conscientiousness Tracks details training skillsets and project needs with precision.
Collaboration Works seamlessly with PMs field leaders and People & Culture.
Urgency & Discipline Moves quickly decisively and with strong follow-through.
Qualifications
Must-Have - 5 years experience in field operations construction scheduling trade supervision or similar.
- Deep understanding of electrical plumbing HVAC and/or carpentry workflows.
- Proven ability to lead large groups of skilled tradespeople.
- Strong scheduling planning and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred - Experience in a self-perform construction environment.
- Familiarity with labor forecasting tools resource planning or production systems.
- Experience onboarding or training tradespeople.
Creature is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate craftsmanship collaboration and commitment to excellence in every build.
Required Experience:
Senior Manager
Key Skills
- Time Management
- Construction Experience
- Managed Care
- Management Experience
- Microsoft Outlook
- Utilization Management
- Case Management
- Pediatrics Experience
- Salesforce
- Relationship Management
- Leadership Experience
- Supervising Experience
