Overview:
The
Labor Manager- InterClad is responsible for the strategic planning, allocation, and optimization of our field workforce across all active and upcoming projects. You will serve as the bridge between Project Management, Estimating, and the Field, ensuring that the right talent is on the right job at the right time. Your primary goal is to maintain high safety standards, peak productivity, and labor-cost adherence across our entire project portfolio.
*** This role could be Hourly/Union or Salaried/Exempt***
Responsibilities:
Safety & Culture
Champion a zero-injury culture by promoting safety as the top priority across all InterClad operations.
Set clear safety expectations with field leaders and ensure they are consistently reinforced at the crew level.
Promote and model Egan Company core values in all interactions.
Workforce Planning & Scheduling
Plan, prioritize, and assign field crews to meet project schedules, deadlines, and budgets.
Partner with Project Managers, Operations Manager, and Vice President to forecast workload and maintain proper staffing levels.
Develop and maintain weekly manpower schedules and communicate workload and constraints to the team.
Coordinate staffing to meet project-specific requirements, including MBE/WBE participation goals.
Field Leadership & Communication
Maintain daily communication with foremen to understand work plans, progress, challenges, and needs.
Establish clear weekly expectations and measurable productivity goals with field leaders; follow up to ensure accountability and performance.
Participate in regular coordination meetings with Project Managers to ensure alignment and project success.
Communicate effectively with field teams, office staff, and external customers.
Field Execution & Quality Oversight
Actively engage in the field by visiting local jobsites weekly (and traveling to out-of-town projects as needed) to assess:
Coordinate and document travel agreements for out-of-town work prior to mobilization.
Ensure proper use of ACC Forma on jobsites and support training for field staff.
Participate in project kickoff meetings (office and field) to ensure all team members understand installation requirements and expectations.
Verify proper installation techniques and inspect systems prior to testing; participate in field testing when possible to ensure successful outcomes.
Support and enforce InterClad's QA/QC program across all projects.
Participate in shop drawing reviews and fabrication meetings as required.
People Development & Staffing
Lead the hiring process for journeymen and apprentices. Build relationships with local unions (Glaziers, Ironworkers, Sheet Metal Workers) across various Midwest jurisdictions.
Develop and coach field staff to build strong, capable field leaders.
Maintain accurate records of field personnel certifications and qualifications (in coordination with Safety as needed).
Ensure compliance with union collective bargaining agreements.
Performance Monitoring & Reporting
Review and approve weekly payroll for accuracy.
Track and review labor productivity on active projects; collaborate with Project Managers and field leaders to make adjustments as needed.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance team performance, processes, and alignment.
Qualifications:
Experience: 15 years in commercial glazing or facade construction, with at least 5 years in a supervisory or multi-site management role.
Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of unitized curtain wall, stick curtain wall, storefronts, and architectural metal panels (ACM, MCM, Insulated).
Logistics: Experience managing travel crews and local hires across multiple states (MN, WI, IA, ND, SD, etc.).
Software: Proficiency in labor tracking software and PM tools (e.g., ACC Forma, Bluebeam, or ERP systems like Acumatica).
Communication: Ability to negotiate with union business agents and communicate clearly with both executive leadership and field laborers.
Working Environment:
Performance of duties in the field the vast majority of the time, conditions may be cold, hot, dirty, dusty, loud, etc.
Benefits, Perks and Pay Beyond the Industry Standard
Egan supports team members and their families with comprehensive benefits. From robust healthcare benefits and generous paid time off, to flexible working options and career growth opportunities, Egan is committed to providing a workplace that helps you thrive both personally and professionally.
- Health and Well-being: in addition to medical, dental, vision insurance options, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, short-term, or long-term disability coverage, you're offered comprehensive mental healthcare and support for you and your family
- Retirement Plan: we offer robust retirement benefits with a 401(k) plan with company matching contribution and profit sharing
- Time-Off Programs: to help you recharge you'll enjoy a generous PTO program and paid holidays
- Professional Development: we support education or career growth by offering educational assistance and regular learning and development opportunities
- Paid Parental Leave: utilize parental leave which allows for paid time off with a new child
- Rewards and Incentives: we recognize your contributions through additional rewards or compensation that may include an annual discretionary bonus, lead incentive program, and safety buck program
- Community Involvement: our "Beyond the Jobsite" program supports causes in the communities in which we live and work through regular volunteer events to connect with each other and help those in need
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions (benefits for union roles are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements) nor part-time and temporary roles. View more information online about Egan's investment in benefits for you. #LI-Hybrid Salary Range: $90,000-$125,000 (subject to such factors as experience, education, and/or skill set) plus potential annual discretionary bonus.
Strong Culture Built on Values and Keeping Promises
At Egan, you'll be part of a team that shares a passion for redefining the industry by setting a new standard of customer care. Together, we'll promote teamwork, embrace innovation, act with integrity, pursue growth, and prioritize safety. You'll have the opportunity to grow and develop in a company committed to providing the growth and success you're looking for, both for yourself and for the customers you serve. You'll love being part of success shaped by the strength of our team, which is enhanced by:
- Solid history as a legacy leader in specialty contracting and system integration for over 80 years
- Private ownership and operations by employees who work in the company (not a holding company or private equity firm)
- Engaging leadership who prioritizes your safety, your development, and your impact
- A proven track record of employee retention and loyalty
- Flexible and hybrid workplace models that prioritize collaboration and customer needs
From general contractors and architects to building owners and facility engineers, Egan collaborates throughout the entire construction or project process with the shared goal of maintaining best-in-class relationships with our internal teams, customers, and business partners. At over 1,000 employees occupying our offices and work sites, we aim to ensure every project is done with quality craftsmanship, integrity, and an aggressive commitment to safety. In fact, we're proud to be recognized as one of America's Safest Companies for recurring years.
Application Instructions and Employment Practices
Egan Company will not discriminate against or harass any employee or application for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation), disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status, familial status, local human rights commission activity, or status with regard to public assistance. We do not accept application materials by mail or email except as a reasonable accommodation for qualified disabled applicants. Individuals who are unable to use our online process due to a disability should email recruiting@eganco.com. Creating and maintaining a safe and drug-free working environment is important to all of us. Employment with Egan requires successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening. We also participate in E-Verify. Egan reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. |
Egan Company
life insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), retirement plan, profit sharing
Apr 02, 2026