Field Construction Manager

1w1 week ago

Watts Water Technologies

Oviedo, US · Full-time · $105,000 – $145,000

About this role

Watts Water Technologies has built best-in-class products for 150 years, trusted worldwide in residential and commercial settings. The Field Construction Manager leads on-site execution of ICS construction projects from development handoff through completion. This role provides direct oversight of subcontracted labor and ensures adherence to project plans, specifications, quality, and safety standards.

Manage day-to-day field operations, resolve issues independently, and collaborate with the Project Manager to drive schedule, budget, and performance outcomes. Direct and oversee subcontractor labor, including hands-on training for unskilled workers in ICS installation methods and quality expectations. Monitor installation quality and safety compliance through routine inspections and corrective actions.

Serve as the primary on-site ICS representative, maintaining professional communication with customers, facility staff, subcontractors, and leadership. Coordinate with ICS Development, Project Management, and Operations Support teams to resolve conflicts and maintain momentum. This field-based role reports to the Project Manager and supervises the Assistant Field Construction Manager when assigned.

Identify field challenges and exercise independent judgment to resolve or escalate them appropriately. Ensure subcontractor accountability for productivity, workmanship, housekeeping, and facility protocols. Contribute to a dynamic future at the forefront of smart, connected, sustainable water solutions.

Requirements

5+ years of experience supervising construction crews, subcontractors, or field installation teams within plumbing, mechanical, electrical, civil, or related environments
Ability to lead field personnel and provide direction, training, and performance feedback in a dynamic construction setting
Strong understanding of construction sequencing, site logistics, material usage, and field-level decision making
Ability to independently manage logistics, planning, and daily decision-making associated with extended field assignments
Proficiency in on-site safety protocols and quality inspections for construction projects
Experience with plumbing or mechanical installation methods and standards
Skill in maintaining construction documentation, reports, and inventory

Responsibilities

Lead and manage daily on-site construction activities to ensure efficient execution of project scope, plans, safety requirements, and customer specifications
Direct and oversee subcontractor labor, including providing hands-on training for unskilled or semi-skilled workers in ICS installation methods and quality expectations
Serve as the on-site ICS representative, maintaining professional communication with customers, facility staff, subcontractors, and ICS leadership
Implement the project plan with the Project Manager, including sequencing of work, site logistics, material usage planning, and schedule execution
Maintain accurate site documentation such as daily progress reports, as-built conditions, issue logs, and material inventory management
Monitor installation quality and safety compliance, performing routine inspections and driving immediate corrective actions when deficiencies arise
Identify field challenges and exercise independent judgment to resolve issues or escalate appropriately to the Project Manager
Provide mentoring and guidance to Assistant Field Construction Managers to support their development into full field leadership roles