Field Supervisor

Mi-Tech•Brunswick, OH

11d

About The Position

Equix Integrity provides services to the Water/Wastewater collection systems industry in the public and private sectors, with expertise in Clean & TV, Inspection, Rehabilitation, and Cross Bore markets. The Field Supervisor oversees and coordinates field operations across multiple crews and projects, providing day-to-day leadership and direction to Crew Leaders and other field personnel. The role ensures work is completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and in accordance with customer requirements and contract specifications. The position is expected to spend approximately 25% of its time in an office and 75% in the field. Overnight travel is possible but uncommon. Applicants must be willing to submit to a pre-employment drug test, background check, and motor vehicle record check. Equix is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

At least five years of related utility construction, water/wastewater, underground infrastructure, or comparable field experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Ability to read and understand project plans, specifications, work orders, utility locates, and other applicable field documentation.
Working knowledge of field safety practices and applicable regulatory requirements.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational skills, accuracy, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities at one time.
High stress tolerance and ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment.
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks while meeting strict deadlines.
General financial acumen focused on revenue and direct project costs.
Strong Microsoft Office skills, specifically Outlook and Excel.
Ability to communicate professionally with customers, employees, subcontractors, inspectors, and management.
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience leading field personnel, crews, or construction operations.
Ability to champion safety initiatives and advance a culture of accountability.

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate daily field operations across multiple crews and active projects.
Coordinate daily manpower, equipment, materials, and work priorities for field staff.
Maintain a regular field presence to promote safety, quality, productivity, employee performance, and compliance.
Track field operations, labor hours, and production metrics to improve project profitability and efficiency.
Lead safety initiatives, gate checks, comprehensive audits, and Field-Level Risk Assessment (FLRA) reviews.
Mentor employees on safe work practices and address and correct non-compliance.
Review daily field reports and other required project documentation for completeness and accuracy.
Serve as the primary field liaison, troubleshoot project roadblocks, and coordinate with Project Managers, Crew Leaders, customers, and subcontractors on solutions.
Ensure field personnel have the equipment, materials, information, and resources needed before mobilization.
Set schedules in advance to support employee effectiveness and maintain appropriate project coverage.
Manage company assets and reduce downtime by monitoring vehicles, equipment utilization, and tools, and coordinating repairs with Fleet & Equipment departments.
Identify changed field conditions, additional work, potential scope changes, and other issues affecting project performance, and communicate them promptly to the Area Manager or Project Manager.
Serve as the first line of communication on change orders and early warnings.
Monitor labor hours, equipment utilization, productivity, and avoidable downtime, and communicate performance concerns to management.
Ensure compliance with company safety policies and procedures, applicable OSHA and DOT regulations, and customer-specific safety requirements.
Conduct field safety observations and reinforce safe work practices and jobsite expectations.
Participate in incident response, investigation, documentation, and corrective actions as required.
Serve as a field-level point of contact for customers, inspectors, subcontractors, vendors, property owners, and other stakeholders.
Respond promptly and professionally to customer concerns and operational issues.
Train, mentor, and develop Crew Leaders and field employees to improve performance and prepare them for additional responsibilities.
Assist management with employee performance, staffing needs, training requirements, and workforce planning.
Seek new business opportunities through increased project scope, new customers, and future projects.
Promote an open, collaborative, team-oriented work environment consistent with the company's vision, mission, and core values.