Sr. Field Operations Manager

CRB•Irvine, CA

2d•$140,000 - $185,000

About The Position

The Senior Field Operations Manager leads and oversees construction field operations across one or more complex projects. The role is accountable for safety, quality, schedule, cost, staffing, construction execution, and client satisfaction, ensuring work aligns with project objectives and CRB operational standards. The position collaborates with project teams, trade partners, clients, and operations leadership to advance operational excellence. The role includes workforce planning, risk management, field leadership development, construction strategy, and financial performance oversight. It typically oversees projects or programs with construction values exceeding $50–75 million and maintains accountability for forecasting and profitability. The Senior Field Operations Manager also supports preconstruction, business development, and strategic growth efforts. Compensation is USD 140,000–185,000 yearly. CRB offers a complete and competitive benefits package designed to meet individual and family needs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline; equivalent field experience is considered.
15 or more years of progressively responsible construction leadership experience.
At least 5 years leading large project teams and field operations on complex construction projects.
Experience managing projects exceeding $30 million in construction value.
Prior responsibility for project financial performance, forecasting, and P&L management.

Nice To Haves

Design-Build, EPCM, or Integrated Project Delivery experience.
Life sciences, advanced manufacturing, industrial, or mission-critical construction experience.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and oversight of field operations for assigned projects, ensuring safety, quality, schedule, and cost objectives are achieved.
Lead and develop Construction Managers, Superintendents, and field teams to drive consistent project execution.
Partner with Project Directors and Operations Leadership to identify risks, resolve issues, and implement recovery plans.
Oversee workforce planning, staffing, material management, site logistics, and construction execution strategies.
Maintain accountability for project financial performance, including forecasting, change management, budgets, and profitability.
Serve as a primary client-facing construction leader, fostering strong relationships and ensuring client satisfaction.
Support preconstruction planning, constructability reviews, estimating efforts, and execution planning.
Promote continuous improvement through best practices, lessons learned, and operational efficiencies.
Support business development, proposal efforts, and strategic growth initiatives.
Manage large-scale projects or programs with construction values typically exceeding $50–75 million.