Field Operations Support Lead

Overview

Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. (CEC) is seeking an experienced Field Operations Support Lead for our Pittsburgh, PA operations. This is a critical, hands-on role responsible for supporting field operations through effective management of equipment and materials. This individual will develop a strong understanding of daily field workflows, tools, and operational demands to keep field teams consistently equipped, supported, and positioned for success.

This role has primary responsibility for overseeing operations at our dedicated warehouse facility, maintaining organization, efficiency, and overall operational readiness to support field teams. Serving as a trusted and dependable resource, this individual acts as a central point of coordination for field needs – proactively addressing challenges, troubleshooting issues, and maintaining readiness of equipment while making sound, business-minded decisions that support the company’s long-term operational needs and financial health.

Essential Responsibilities

• Develop a deep working knowledge of field practices, equipment, and project requirements
• Serve as a reliable, go-to resource for field staff, providing timely support and practical solutions
• Anticipate field needs and provide crews with the right tools, materials, and equipment
• Apply strong mechanical aptitude to diagnose and troubleshoot issues with tools, equipment, and vehicles
• Respond quickly to field challenges to minimize downtime and maintain productivity
• Maintain and service field equipment to maintain reliability and extend longevity
• Coordinate specialized repairs with external vendors when required
• Negotiate with vendors
• Build strong, trust-based relationships with field personnel
• Independently oversee day-to-day operations at our dedicated warehouse facility
• Maintain organization, cleanliness, safety, and operational readiness
• Keep materials and equipment properly stored, labeled, and accessible

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in warehouse operations, field support, or a related role
• Ability to work independently and respond quickly to operational needs
• Effective communication skills with a service-oriented mindset
• Strong mechanical aptitude with tools and equipment
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
• Forklift experience and certification preferred
• This position requires the individual is able to lift a minimun of 50lbs. and can manuever large, cumberson equipment
• Valid driver's license required
• High school diploma or equivalent

About Us

We have experts! CEC is consistently ranked as a Top 500 Design Firm and Top 200 Environmental Firm by Engineering News-Record. We are looking for people who enjoy using their education and experience to solve difficult technical problems and work on interesting projects. You can accomplish this while working with a team of professionals who are equally motivated to provide high levels of service to our clients and to teach you along the way.

We have support! We have a variety of Employee Resource Groups, including CEC Community – focused on giving back to the communities in which we work; CEC Ignite – focused on helping professionals early in their careers to develop their pathway; CEC iDEA – focused on inclusion, diversity, equality, and acceptance; and CEC Women – focused on creating internal and external opportunities for women to network and leverage professional experience!

We care about our people! People and Culture are two of the five elements of our strategic plan. When you care about your people, they will want to grow a career with you – that is our goal. CEC offers you a small-firm work environment with large-firm opportunities. Not only will we help you develop professionally, but we will also provide an opportunity to become an owner of the firm and share in its success.

CEC offers a matching 401(k); profit sharing; a performance bonus; company stock; medical, dental, and vision insurance; short and long-term disability; tuition assistance; professional development; and work-life balance.

CEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis or characteristic prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law.

THIRD PARTY RECRUITERS

If CEC has not expressly requested recruiting services or contractually engaged with you for recruiting services on a specific position, any resumes or candidate profiles sent to CEC shall be considered unsolicited.  Therefore, any such submissions will be considered property of CEC, with no associated fees due to your firm.