Installation Manager - Commercial Interior

Join a growing commercial interiors company where you’ll lead skilled crews and oversee high-profile installation projects. If you take pride in quality workmanship and strong communication, this role is for you.

Installation Manager
Reports to: Ownership
Direct Reports: Installers, Laborers, Subcontract Installers

Role Summary

The Installation Manager is responsible for coordinating and executing all field operations to ensure that installations happen on time, correctly, safely, and with full alignment between the office, field, and general contractors. This role eliminates information silos, provides proactive communication, and ensures that manpower, materials, and scheduling are managed with discipline and consistency.

We are specifically looking for someone with at least 5 years of experience managing installation crews or field operations and a minimum of 5 years of experience in commercial interior projects. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing teams, coordinating with general contractors, and ensuring quality and efficiency on large-scale or multi-site jobs.

Core Responsibilities

1. Communication & Coordination (Primary Responsibility)

Maintain consistent communication with GCs, PMs, and Installers before, during, and after installation.
Notify GCs when crews will not be onsite; set clear expectations for future dates.
Ensure PMs are fully updated on schedule changes, field conditions, delays, manpower needs, and material issues.
Prevent silos: all necessary information for each stakeholder is shared consistently.
2. Installation Scheduling & Calendar Management

Maintain the installation calendar fully up to date at all times.
Draft manpower needs 1 2 weeks ahead.
Assign installers to jobs based on skill, schedule, and priority.
Coordinate any overtime, weekend work, or temporary labor when needed.
Confirm start dates with GCs in advance.
Proactively plan out labor needs for large / out of town jobs.
3. Managing Labor, Payroll, and Material Flow

Oversee installer payroll hours, ensuring accuracy and timely approval.
Manage tools, equipment, and material coming into and out of the warehouse daily.
Review installers’ daily logs and hold them accountable for completeness.
Provide the office completed labor information for monthly payment applications
4. Site Visits, Quality Control, and Training

On-site responsibilities for critical tasks:
Engineering issues
Job checks
Field measurements
Training installers
One-off specialty installs
QC and punch list verification
Provide coaching and training to installers when necessary.
5. Pre-Cons, Drawings, and Job Readiness

Set up and attend pre-construction meetings as needed.
Review Procore drawings, details, and submittals before installers mobilize.
Verify site readiness (backing, finishes, plumbing, access).
Coordinate lodging for installers on out-of-town jobs.
6. Safety, Documentation, and Compliance

Manage all installer certifications:
Safety paperwork
AHAs
Toolbox talks
First Aid
OSHA
Forklift certifications
Maintain documentation and ensure installers are current.
7. Hiring & Subcontractor Coordination

Assist with hiring installers and determining skill levels.
Evaluate when subcontract installers are needed.
Coordinate and schedule subcontract labor.