Production Manager

Overview

Metro Builders & Engineers Group, Ltd. is committed to building complex projects that have a positive impact on the community. The company strives to create an engaging, safe, and challenging work environment for employees, recognizing them as its greatest asset. With a client-focused approach, Metro Builders & Engineers Group values quality service and innovative solutions to meet the needs of its customers.

The company takes pride in contributing to the betterment of society through its work.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site position located in Newport Beach, CA. The Field Production Manager is responsible for overseeing daily manpower coordination, fleet & equipment management, field quality control support, & union dispatch operations across all active projects. This role serves as a central communication hub between Project Managers (PMs), Project Engineers (PEs), Superintendents, and field staff to ensure accurate tracking, compliance, operational efficiency, and project readiness.

Key Responsibilities

Manpower Coordination

• Generate and maintain a comprehensive field manpower overview spreadsheet (similar to Assignar) and update daily.
• Coordinate daily manpower dispatch to ensure appropriate staffing levels across all projects.
• Contact each Superintendent daily to verify actual manpower on site.
• Compare field headcount against planned 3-Week Look Ahead (3
  
  WLH) manpower projections.
• Track no-shows and manpower discrepancies; update records and notify Hossein accordingly.
• Manage and maintain all field and office certifications (CPR, confined space, etc.).
• Monitor certification expiration dates and schedule renewals as required.

Fleet & Equipment Management

• Maintain a complete inventory of all owned and rented equipment.
• Upload and manage the full equipment list in Raken to support Superintendent reporting.
• Conduct daily check-ins with Superintendents to confirm equipment utilization, call-offs, or down days.
• Perform weekly reviews of owned equipment status and identify maintenance needs.
• Collect weekly maintenance logs for owned equipment and maintain organized records.
• Coordinate monthly preventative maintenance for owned equipment.
• Serve as point of contact for questions regarding the location of owned equipment
• Ensure proper logging and tracking of environmental compliance reporting requirements for applicable equipment (typically equipment over 50 HP).

Field Quality Control Coordination

• Support DPR QA/QC requirements and documentation.
• Conduct weekly jobsite visits to review Superintendent binders and ensure proper documentation (e.g., sign-in sheets, T&M tickets, etc.).
• Perform QA/QC site visits prior to major project activities, including but not limited to:
• Start-ups
• Identify documentation gaps and work with field leadership to maintain compliance and readiness.

Union Dispatch Management

• Serve as the primary coordinator for union dispatch across all projects.
• Receive staffing requests from project teams.
• Verify correct union jurisdiction and submit dispatch requests accordingly.
• Track dispatch status and follow up on new hire packets and dispatch slips.
• Maintain organized records of all union dispatch communications and documentation.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction operations, field coordination, or fleet management preferred.
• Strong organizational and tracking skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate effectively with Superintendents, Project Managers, and field staff.
• Experience managing certifications, compliance documentation, and equipment logs.
• Knowledge of union dispatch procedures preferred.
• Proficiency in spreadsheets and construction management software (e.g., Raken or similar platforms).

Core Competencies

• Strong multitasking and prioritization skills
• Proactive communication and follow-up
• Detail-oriented documentation management
• Problem-solving mindset
• Ability to work independently while supporting multiple project teams