# Excavation Field Manager

**Company:** [J. Blanton Plumbing](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/kpepYErMqMeia7H91TkSCH.md)
**Location:** Northbrook, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Sewer

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## Description

J. Blanton Plumbing is seeking an experienced Excavation Field Manager to oversee our growing Sewer & Drain excavation operations. This position will be responsible for managing approximately 5 excavation crews, overseeing active jobs, coordinating equipment, and ensuring projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to company standards.

We're looking for a strong field leader who understands excavation, underground utilities, sewer work, and how to keep multiple crews and projects moving. This is an opportunity to take your field experience into a leadership role with a rapidly growing company.

**What You'll Do**

• Manage and oversee approximately 5 excavation crews

• Coordinate daily crew assignments, job schedules, and project priorities

• Visit active jobsites to monitor progress, quality, safety, and productivity

• Ensure excavation and sewer projects are completed on schedule and according to company standards

• Coordinate equipment, trucks, materials, and resources across multiple crews

• Monitor equipment condition and ensure necessary maintenance and repairs are addressed

• Troubleshoot jobsite issues and provide solutions to keep projects moving

• Train, coach, and hold crew members accountable for performance and safety

• Work closely with project managers, operations leadership, and other departments

• Ensure crews follow OSHA and company safety procedures

• Maintain accurate job and equipment records

• Help identify opportunities to improve efficiency, production, and profitability

• Assist with hiring and developing excavation team members as the department continues to grow

## Requirements

• 5+ years of excavation, sewer, underground utility, or related field experience  
• Previous experience leading crews or managing excavation projects  
• Strong understanding of excavation, trenching, underground sewer work, and jobsite safety  
• Experience managing multiple crews or projects at the same time  
• Strong equipment knowledge and experience coordinating heavy equipment  
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills  
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems in the field  
• Ability to work outdoors and travel between jobsites  
• Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing residential sewer or excavation projects  
• Experience operating or supervising the use of excavators and other heavy equipment  
• OSHA 10, OSHA 20, or OSHA 30  
• Competent Person Certification  
• CDL is a plus

## Benefits

-   Competitive compensation with high earning potential.
-   Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
-   401(k) with company match.
-   Paid time off to recharge and rest.
-   Be part of a growing, forward-thinking company that’s raising the bar in home services.
-   Professional development assistance
-   Referral program