Field Operations Manager - Blasting

Job Description:

POSITION SUMMARY

The Field Operations Manager - Blasting is responsible for leading and executing field operations associated with structural demolition and controlled blasting activities. This role ensures all work is performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with project plans, regulatory requirements, and company standards while supervising field crews and coordinating onsite resources.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Field Leadership & Oversight

• Manage and support multiple project sites and field personnel.
• Lead daily and weekly planning with Superintendents, Foremen, and Field Engineers.
• Ensure work is completed in accordance with project plans, specs, and safety regulations.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, productivity, and compliance.
• Manage project-specific and annually required certifications and licenses based on project location, scope, and crew requirements.

Scheduling & Resource Management

• Support the coordination of labor, equipment, and materials across projects.
• Work with General Superintendent, Project Managers, and Project Coordinators to develop and maintain construction project schedules.
• Identify and mitigate potential delays and operational bottlenecks.

Safety & Quality Assurance

• Maintain detailed inspection records, training records, compliance documentation, and enforcement
  reports.
• Evaluate field conditions and provide operational guidance to improve safety and
  regulatory compliance.
• Enforce all company and OSHA safety policies.
• Conduct site safety audits and participate in incident reviews.
• Monitor workmanship and ensure quality control procedures are followed.

Team Development & Communication

• Mentor Superintendents, Foremen, and crews.
• Facilitate effective communication between field teams, office staff, subcontractors, and clients.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluations of field staff.

Cost Control & Reporting

• Alongside the General Superintendent, monitor daily production, labor hours, and equipment utilization.
• Assist in managing project budgets and controlling field costs.
• Provide input on change orders, quantities, and daily progress reporting.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, or equivalent field experience.

Experience:

• 10+ years in blasting and deconstruction operations, with hands-on field experience.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of demolition methods, blasting techniques, and explosives handling
• Proven experience safely leading or executing complex blasting operations, including charge placement, detonation sequencing, and post-blast evaluation.
• Strong leadership, team building, and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of safety standards, permitting, and regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with construction management software(e.g., Procore, HeavyJob, HCSS) desired.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Certifications:

• Valid State Blasting License (or ability to obtain prior to project start); must be able to secure and maintain multiple state licenses as required for project work.
• OSHA 30-Hour
• First Aid/CPR
• Competent Person Training

OTHER:

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and the ability to maintain a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record.
• The position requires 8 to 12+-hour workdays and occasional weekends, as needed.
• Requires travel throughout the United States (100%), greater than 80% of the time.
• Union affiliation or willingness to join the union if necessary.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently communicates with employees and clients and must be able to exchange accurate information. Additional functions include the employee being regularly required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds while performing the duties of this job. Repetitive motions, such as typing, writing, or using construction-related technology. Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move around construction sites for extended periods (8-12 hours per day). Frequent climbing of stairs, ladders, scaffolding, and other elevated structures. Occasionally required to stoop or kneel. Exposure to moving machinery, loud noises, odors, and dust. Strong vision, including near and far vision, depth perception, and the ability to read fine print on blueprints, contracts, and reports.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here represent those employees may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. The employee is exposed to environmental conditions, working near machines, and loud noises associated with construction sites. Exposed to variable weather conditions, including rain, snow, wind, cold, and heat. Also exposed to variable terrain.Exposure to dust, dirt, loud noises, heavy machinery, and construction hazards. Requires ability to wear and work in personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, gloves, steel-toed boots, and high-visibility vests for extended periods.

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Base Compensation: $100,000 - $135,000

The base salary range may vary depending on geographic location, applicant skills, and prior relevant experience.

We offer our full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, disability coverage, retirement plans with matching contributions, and generous paid time off. Additionally, we provide profit sharing, tuition reimbursement, and an employee assistance program.

Who Are We?
Veit is one of the country's leading specialty contractors, with nearly a century of experience and the best people in the industry. We specialize in foundations, earthwork, utilities, marine services, industrial cleaning, curedinplace pipelining, and waste disposal. We pride ourselves on our relentless pursuit to push the construction industry forward and deliver for our customers. Our modern fleet of iron, diverse expertise, and unmatched determination allow us to successfully tackle some of the largest and most complex projects across every sector while also living out our values every day. Our company culture is one where everyone pitches in to get the job done, regardless of job title or seniority. We do everything we can to maintain an atmosphere where family comes first. We want every one of our employees to look forward to each day at work and make it home safe and happy at the end of the day.

Our Core Values

• Deliberately Safe We believe all safety incidents are avoidable when everyone operates with a deliberate mindset. We are deliberately proactive and thorough in training and job planning. We are deliberately safe in our everyday operations and decision-making.

• Build with Intention We build with intention. Whether in the office or the field, we work with grit and determination toward a better future for everyone involved. We leave things better than we found them, and never leave a job until we're proud to put the Veit name on it.

• Leaders Dig First Egos have no place at Veit. We expect everyone on our team to dig in with a leadership mentality. That means being willing to jump in, take ownership, and get mud on our boots - especially when times get challenging.

• Real Relationships Like our work, we approach relationships authentically, with a long-term mindset. Whether you're a client partner, vendor, or team member, we make an effort to build a more meaningful connection with you by communicating with respect and honesty.

• Integrity in Everything As part of the Veit family, everything we do and say reflects on this entire company. We act with integrity, which means treating others just as we want to be treated, doing the right thing, and holding ourselves accountable.

VEIT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, INCLUDING VET/DISABILITY