Assistant Field Manager - $100M Construction Company

Assistant Field Manager

Our client is a mid-sized construction company with a long-standing reputation in the Milwaukee market, where they have been building for nearly 100 years. They deliver projects across a diverse range of sectors, including industrial, commercial, municipal, healthcare, and multi-unit residential, serving a broad client base. The company has sustained its strong position in the Milwaukee construction industry through a deep commitment to relationships and by fostering an entrepreneurial spirit within the organization. Overview of Contractor

They act as the prime contractor on nearly all of their projects

They have the capability to self-perform carpentry, concrete, and demolition work.

They are a union contractor.

They deliver approximately $100M in annual construction volume.

They are privately held by a group of partners, none of whom are family members.

They maintain a strong backlog extending through the end of 2026.

They foster a professional, tight-knit, and entrepreneurial culture that rewards strong performance with meaningful growth opportunities.

Job Description

Lead and support employee onboarding, including new-hire coordination, tools issuance, physicals/drug testing, and recruiting outreach support.

Oversee company safety program, including field inspections, random drug testing, third-party safety consultant coordination, safety training compliance, and trend analysis.

Support project start-ups by assisting superintendents with site-specific safety plans and jobsite orientations.

Coordinate and participate in incident investigations within 24 hours and review safety plans for self-performed work.

Support corporate safety initiatives, including safety meetings, committee participation, fall protection reviews, pick plan compliance, and dig permit enforcement.

Coordinate owner-required safety training and perform routine jobsite safety audits.

Lead quality control efforts, including QC job walks, inspection tracking, punch list completion, pre-install meetings, and implementation of lessons learned.

Champion quality assurance standards and ensure pre-punch and quantity tracking processes are followed.

Manage field assets and reporting, including trailer preventative maintenance, fleet tracking, and daily report compliance.

Support field operations by monitoring procurement logs, long-lead item tracking, and look-ahead schedule accuracy.

Promote and train teams on increased use of field technology.

Conduct regular jobsite visits to enforce company standards, procedures, and best practices.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

An educational background in construction management, engineering, or equivalent field experience.

2+ year of industry experience.

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Strong communication and organizational skills to coordinate effectively with teams.

Knowledge of safety standards and regulations in the construction industry.

Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks efficiently.

What's on Offer

Competitive salary ranging from $85,000 to $95,000

Annual performance-based bonus program

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options

Employer-funded retirement plan with company contribution

Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick time

Company vehicle or vehicle allowance, including fuel and maintenance support

Company-provided phone, laptop, and field technology tools

Long-term career growth opportunities within a stable, privately held organization