Field Operations Manager

Company Overview

Durwest has been a trusted leader in Construction and Project Management for over 40 years, with a strong presence on Vancouver Island and a reputation for successfully delivering complex projects with precision, collaboration, and care.

We are in an exciting period of growth and transformation. We have new leadership, a revitalized brand, and an elevated commitment to operational excellence and the Durwest Building Experience.

We are actively seeking professionals who take ownership, embrace growth, and build lasting relationships; individuals ready to help us shape the next chapter of Durwest.

Position Overview

Durwest is hiring a Field Operations Manager to support field operations staff across multiple active construction sites, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and to Durwest’s quality standards. This role is central to keeping day-to-day field execution aligned with Durwest’s systems, safety requirements, and budget targets.

As a Field Operations Manager, you will work closely with key project team members to support daily field activities and systems, uphold safety and quality standards, manage site manpower movements, and help resolve on-site challenges before they affect schedule or budget. Your work will directly shape project outcomes and strengthen Durwest’s reputation for well-run, reliable job sites.

This is an exciting opportunity to take a hands-on management role across a growing portfolio of projects, working alongside site leadership and helping shape field operations as Durwest expands. If you are an experienced construction professional with strong leadership skills, sound judgement under pressure, and a talent for keeping people and projects aligned, this position is the right next step.

Key Focus Areas

Site Oversight + Field Coordination

• Monitor field operations across multiple active construction sites to ensure project teams follow Durwest's required quality standards.
• Ensure teams follow Durwest’s established processes and systems, including the scheduling playbook, QA/QC program, and Procore tools (daily reports, photos, deficiency tracking, etc.).
• Support sites in gathering the information needed for regular progress reports and support in communication to project team.
• Lead the design, execution and implementation of all future field operation policies and systems.
  
  

Tools + Equipment

• Work with Durwest’s Tools & Equipment Manager to build and maintain systems for tool inventory, tracking, maintenance, and rentals, including monthly review and approval of Tool Rental Reports (TRRs).
• Collaborate with Superintendents to forecast equipment and tooling needs, support bulk-procurement, and help oversee equipment and vehicle fleet maintenance to minimize downtime and disruptions.
  
  

Safety + Compliance

• Work closely with Durwest’s Health and Safety Manager to champion a strong safety culture on every job site by supporting the rollout of Durwest's standard operating procedures and safety policies, and ensuring compliance with WorkSafeBC regulations and Durwest's Health and Safety Program.
• Attend Corporate JOHSC (Joint Occupational Health and Safety Committee) meetings.
  
  

Collaboration + Support to Site Leadership

• Work alongside Superintendents and the General Superintendent to drive consistent standards, processes, and best practices across all active sites, helping lead field-based initiatives that promote continuous improvement, accountability, and collaboration.
• Act as a resource and sounding board for Superintendents, helping troubleshoot operational challenges and sharing lessons learned across projects, including chairing recurring Superintendent meetings, coordinating the agenda with the General Superintendent.
• Support quality control and client-care efforts across projects to help maintain consistently high-quality outcomes.
• Support project closeout and handover, and facilitate warranty repair work that arises following demobilization from the jobsite.
• Organize field-level incentive events to support team morale and engagement.
  
  

Workforce Management + Development

• Forecast field staff requirements with the General Superintendent based on the project pipeline, support project resourcing meetings to help ensure adequate site supervision and field staff coverage across all upcoming and active projects, and manage the movement of site manpower between project sites.
• Support the screening, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of field staff and Superintendents to help ensure the workforce meets project requirements and aligns with Durwest's culture and goals.
• Monitor and track Superintendent KPIs, and act as training program coordinator for field staff, supporting internal supervisor reviews and 1:1 meetings and coordinating external training opportunities.
• Mentor site personnel and provide training on core skills and new field initiatives or tools to enhance on-site efficiency and professionalism, monitoring to confirm consistent, effective use.
• Maintain and manage the Apprenticeship Program to help attract and retain skilled workers.

Who You Are

You are a proactive, hands-on construction professional who thrives on solving problems in real time, building trust with site leadership and trade partners, and keeping multiple projects moving forward without compromising quality or safety. You lead with excellence, focus on operational efficiency, apply sound risk-management judgement, and bring a strong sense of accountability and collaboration to everything you do.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in residential, commercial, or institutional construction.
• Working knowledge of BC Building Code requirements, WorkSafeBC regulations, and construction methods and sequencing. Comprehensive understanding of construction methodologies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong technical proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and project management software such as Procore and MS Project, including scheduling and forecasting tools.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with the ability to manage competing priorities under pressure.
• Proficiency in planning and executing complex field operations.
• Strong relationship-building and influencing skills, with the ability to guide and support site teams effectively without direct line authority.
• Leadership skills to manage diverse teams and drive performance.
• Strong negotiation skills for procurement and vendor management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective internal and external collaboration.
• Diploma or degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
  
  

Not required, but considered an asset:

• Gold Seal Certification, Occupational First Aid, or other relevant industry certifications.

Why Join Durwest

• Trusted Reputation: Join a well-established, locally rooted team with 40+ years of experience delivering projects across Vancouver Island.
• Relationship-Driven Culture: Be part of a team that values trust, collaboration, and long-term partnerships, not only with clients, consultants, and trade partners, but also within our own Durwest team.
• Opportunities to Grow: Be part of an exciting phase of transformation and growth, with opportunities to take ownership, expand your skills, and shape your career.
• Competitive Rewards: Receive a competitive salary, extended health benefits, RRSP matching, your birthday day off, bonuses (for selected positions) and other perks.
• Lifestyle & Location: Enjoy work-life balance in beautiful Victoria, BC, supported by a stable pipeline of local projects.
• High-Performing Team: Collaborate with professionals who value accuracy, professionalism, accountability, and fun in a supportive team environment.

We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

To help us identify the best fit, please ensure your resume highlights your most relevant qualifications and complete the three short pre-screening questions. Your time and attention here will strengthen your application and increase your chances of moving forward.

We understand that job applications take time, and we sincerely appreciate your effort and interest in joining Durwest.