Position Summary
The Field Coordinator is a key member of the project operations team responsible for coordinating and enabling daily construction activities in the field. Serving as the primary liaison between the field, project management, subcontractors, and clients, this role ensures work is executed safely, efficiently, and according to project plans, schedules, and quality standards.
The Field Coordinator proactively identifies and removes obstacles to production while maintaining strong relationships with trade partners and supporting the Superintendent in delivering successful projects.
Reports To: Superintendent or Senior Superintendent
FLSA Status: Exempt
Essential Responsibilities
Field Coordination
- Coordinate daily field activities to support safe and productive operations.
- Monitor construction progress and communicate schedule, manpower, material, and quality concerns.
- Coordinate subcontractor activities to minimize conflicts and maximize workflow.
- Schedule inspections with appropriate authorities and project stakeholders.
- Support the Request for Information (RFI) process and communicate field issues requiring clarification.
- Maintain awareness of material procurement, deliveries, and availability.
- Identify field constraints and work collaboratively to remove obstacles affecting production.
Safety Leadership
- Promote a culture where safety is the highest priority.
- Identify, correct, and communicate jobsite hazards.
- Ensure work areas remain clean, organized, and compliant with company safety standards.
- Support implementation of OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
- Participate in safety meetings and inspections.
- Encourage proactive hazard recognition throughout the project team.
Construction Coordination
- Read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, shop drawings, and one-line diagrams.
- Assist in reviewing shop drawings and coordinating design intent.
- Understand contract documents and trade scopes of work.
- Coordinate between field personnel and office staff to resolve construction issues.
- Support change management activities as project conditions evolve.
Quality Assurance
- Assist in establishing quality expectations with subcontractors before work begins.
- Perform routine quality inspections.
- Identify workmanship deficiencies early.
- Support punch list development and completion.
- Ensure work complies with project specifications and company quality standards.
- Hold trade partners accountable while maintaining professional working relationships.
Scheduling & Production
- Develop an understanding of project critical path activities.
- Monitor contractor production levels.
- Assist with short-term look-ahead planning.
- Coordinate workflow between trades.
- Track action items through completion.
- Prioritize competing responsibilities while maintaining project momentum.
Communication & Leadership
- Serve as the primary field representative for the project.
- Build positive working relationships with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams.
- Communicate openly, honestly, and professionally.
- Resolve conflicts calmly and constructively.
- Demonstrate empathy while maintaining accountability.
- Foster teamwork through trust, respect, and collaboration.
Risk Management
- Monitor project risks related to manpower, materials, schedule, safety, and quality.
- Communicate emerging issues before they impact project performance.
- Assist in material tracking and expediting.
- Escalate issues requiring management attention.
Technology
- Utilize construction software and digital tools including: Bluebeam, Construction document management systems, Company project management software
- Maintain accurate field documentation.
- Leverage technology to improve project communication and coordination.
Required Qualifications
- Associate's degree in Construction Management or related field preferred; equivalent
- field experience considered.
- 2–5 years of commercial construction experience.
- Working knowledge of commercial construction methods and sequencing.
- Ability to interpret construction drawings and specifications.
- Understanding of scheduling principles.
- Knowledge of OSHA safety requirements.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction software.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- OSHA 30 Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certification
- Experience with Bluebeam
- Experience using Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, or similar construction management software
- Experience coordinating multiple subcontractors on commercial projects
Core Competencies
- Leadership
- Accountability
- Communication
- Relationship Building
- Safety Leadership
- Conflict Resolution
- Time Management
- Quality Focus
- Risk Management
- Planning & Organization
- Collaboration
- Adaptability
- Professionalism
- Continuous Learning
Physical Requirements
- Ability to walk active construction sites for extended periods.
- Ability to climb ladders and stairs.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
- Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).
Pay: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
