Field Project Manager - Aerial Construction Specialist

Utilities One•Dayton, OH

23d•Onsite

About The Position

Utilities One is seeking a local Field Project Manager - Aerial Construction Specialist to lead daily field execution, vendor oversight, and operational coordination for assigned construction projects. The role oversees in-house and contractor aerial crews, with primary emphasis on in-house crews, ensuring they are prepared, compliant, productive, and aligned with client, municipal, and company standards. As the on-site operational leader, the Field Project Manager inspects work, supports and trains crews, and ensures projects are completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule. The role connects field teams, vendors, management, and external stakeholders to support timely completion, profitability, and safe, productive job sites. Responsibilities include reviewing project scope and readiness; coordinating pre-construction walkouts, locates, notices, specialty services, permits, and traffic control; conducting daily crew and vendor coordination; monitoring production and work sequencing; inspecting construction quality and compliance; troubleshooting field issues and coordinating changes; documenting progress, damages, and quality checks; communicating with management, clients, municipalities, jurisdictions, crews, homeowners, and the public; and supporting materials, traffic control, yard organization, and equipment readiness. The position is accountable for daily execution and productivity, compliance with construction standards and safety and permit requirements, accurate reporting, and completion of assigned production goals.

Requirements

Valid, unrestricted driver's license.
Strong knowledge of aerial fiber construction, particularly new aerial plant construction and overlash.
Strong understanding of applicable laws, regulations, construction standards, and permit requirements, including the ability to read, interpret, and ensure compliance with approved permits.
Strong knowledge of aerial and underground design and construction requirements related to customer specifications and governmental guidelines.
Ability to train, guide, and support crews to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and production.
Ability to lift around 50 pounds, safely climb ladders, and work in extreme weather conditions.
Ability to read and understand maps, drawings, and diagrams related to fiber construction.
Willingness to travel as required; travel frequency and extent depend on the employee’s home location and assigned crew locations.

Responsibilities

Conduct job-site inspections to assess work quality, progress, safety, and compliance with project requirements.
Inspect crew equipment to ensure it is maintained, operational, and compliant with safety standards.
Train, guide, and support crews to improve performance, productivity, and adherence to company procedures.
Assist crews with technical and operational challenges to minimize delays and support timely project completion.
Review assigned 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 before excavation; issue required 48-hour notices.
Coordinate specialty services such as GPR, core drilling, line adjustments, and FDOT scheduling.
Confirm permits, traffic control requirements (MOT), and jurisdictional approvals are secured before work begins.
Meet daily with foremen and vendors 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, and follow approved construction methods and specifications.
Verify crew assignments match work type, including aerial, underground, and boring work.
Enforce jurisdiction-approved work-hour restrictions and confirm crews work in logical sequence aligned with locates and permits.
Coordinate daily MOT needs and communicate requirements to management.
Conduct ongoing site inspections and QA/QC checks to verify quality and adherence to plans.
Ensure compliance with drilling practices, underground depth requirements, aerial attachment standards, HOA requirements, safety regulations, and PPE requirements.
Ensure restoration requirements are completed properly and assigned production units (“gigs”) are completed on time.
Serve as the first-line problem solver for field challenges and assist crews with technical issues and unexpected conditions.
Coordinate map discrepancies and field changes with engineering.
Investigate and report damages and assist with resolution and documentation.
Communicate proactively when plans require adjustment and escalate critical concerns to OPM or the Director when necessary.
Submit required end-of-shift reports, damage reports, MOT updates, and QA/QC documentation.
Keep GPM updated on production, rejections, corrections, and completions; ensure project documentation is accurate and timely.
Communicate with management, clients, cities, and jurisdictions; attend assigned coordination meetings; and relay updates and changes to crews.
Address homeowner or public concerns professionally and coordinate their resolution.
Represent the company as the on-site operational leader.
Monitor material availability and notify OPM when inventory is insufficient.
Ensure traffic control requests are submitted and executed properly; support yard organization and equipment readiness.
Develop field crews through training and reinforcement of standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.