Field Operations Manager

Who We Are:

We are a design and build firm based in Portsmouth, Rhode Island that creates amazing high-end landscapes throughout coastal New England. From site planning to finished stonework and plantings, we design, build, and maintain spaces that feel timeless, intentional, and uniquely tailored to each property.

Our field operations team is the heartbeat of the company, coordinating daily logistics, supporting crews in the field, and ensuring every project runs smoothly from start to finish.

Your Day & Team Looks Like:

Your day starts at 6:30 AM at our Portsmouth office overseeing crew meetings, verifying assignments, and making sure trucks and materials are ready to roll out on time. You’ll spend your mornings setting up job sites, coordinating deliveries, and checking in with crew leads across our construction, fine gardening, enhancement, and maintenance divisions.

Throughout the day, you’ll manage field schedules, monitor progress, and help troubleshoot challenges as they arise. You’ll maintain constant communication with project managers, designers, and the administrative team to ensure operations stay on track. You’ll also inspect finished work, uphold company standards, and help crews problem-solve with professionalism and precision.

This role is highly active and people-focused — perfect for someone who enjoys leadership, organization, and keeping a lot of moving parts running in sync.

You Are:

A strong communicator and natural leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You’re organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple crews while maintaining clear priorities. You have a deep understanding of landscape construction and maintenance processes, and you know how to motivate teams to perform at a high level. You value efficiency, quality, and professionalism in every part of your workday.

Responsibilities Include:

• Overseeing daily field operations across all divisions
• Coordinating with project managers to execute schedules and crew assignments
• Managing logistics for materials, equipment, and subcontractors
• Ensuring all job sites meet Hanley’s standards for quality, safety, and appearance
• Leading morning crew meetings and setting daily goals for each team
• Conducting field inspections, providing direction, and documenting progress
• Coaching crew leads and helping develop field leadership skills
• Tracking productivity, attendance, and job performance
• Assisting with hiring, onboarding, and training new team members
• Supporting communication between office, field, and clients as needed

Requirements:

• 5+ years of experience in landscape construction, and maintenance
• Proven experience managing multiple crews or job sites
• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills
• Ability to read landscape and construction plans
• Working knowledge of equipment, materials, and field operations logistics
• Proficiency with scheduling software and project management tools
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to our Portsmouth office
• Comfortable working both in the office and on job sites year-round

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Prior experience in a design-build landscape firm
• OSHA-10 or OSHA-30 certification
• DOT compliance experience
• Equipment operation or mechanical skills
• A background in horticulture, landscape management, or construction supervision

Why Work With Us:

You’ll join a company that values craftsmanship, professionalism, and teamwork. At Hanley, we believe that exceptional design only becomes reality through strong leadership in the field. You’ll have autonomy, trust, and the tools to make an impact every day while leading some of the most talented crews in New England.

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Paid sick leave
• Year-round work
• Overtime and advancement opportunities
• Training and professional development
• Employee referral and tuition reimbursement programs