RoadGuard is the critical protection division of GeoStabilization International (GSI), delivering engineered fencing, gate, and barrier systems that protect infrastructure, secure industrial assets, and improve public safety across North America.
We’re hiring an Operations, Installation & Maintenance Manager to lead our self-perform and subcontract crews installing fencing, gate, and access control systems throughout the Western U.S.
This is a high-accountability, field-forward role that owns schedule discipline, installation quality, crew efficiency, and customer success.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage all aspects of field execution for fencing, gate, and access control projects
- Build and lead self-perform crews while managing specialty subcontractors as needed
- Plan and coordinate installation schedules, manpower, equipment, and material delivery
- Ensure installation adheres to design drawings, technical specs, and code requirements
- Commission and test automated gate systems (operators, sensors, access panels)
- Own project punch lists, QC reviews, and customer closeout
- Implement proactive maintenance protocols for recurring client work
- Provide hands-on training, development, and safety enforcement for field staff
- Track crew productivity and job profitability in coordination with project management
Partner with Estimators and Designers to drive constructability and value engineering
Must-Haves
5+ years experience managing field installation teams in fencing, gates, or commercial constructionWorking knowledge of automated gate operators, card readers, access controls, safety loops, and troubleshootingProven ability to manage and optimize crew performance across multiple concurrent projectsComfortable with field technology (mobile plans, time tracking, field reporting tools)OSHA 30 or ability to obtain within 90 daysAbility to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and installation manualsStrong communication, team development, and client-facing skillsWilling and able to travel throughout the Western U.S. as neededMust be based at our Ideal Fencing Co office in Erie, COPreferred Experience
Background in guardrail, DOT barrier systems, or perimeter securityPrior experience commissioning or maintaining automated access systemsFamiliarity with service-level agreements (SLAs) for warranty / maintenance contractsExperience in lean construction, process improvement, or field ops digitization