CMT Project Manager

Position Overview

The Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Project Manager will support the planning, coordination, and execution of construction materials testing projects.

Responsibilities

• Support project management activities from proposal through completion, helping to ensure scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives are met under the guidance of senior staff.
• Aid in developing project estimates, proposals, and scopes of work in collaboration with technical teams and senior project managers.
• Coordinate daily project needs, including scheduling field technicians and support staff to meet project requirements efficiently.
• Maintain clear communication with clients and contractors, responding to routine questions and elevating complex issues to senior PMs as needed.
• Monitor project costs and budgets in coordination with senior staff; assist with tracking revenue and project performance.
• Perform occasional field inspections or testing and assist with special inspections when required.
• Review time sheets and field reports for accuracy and ensure timely submission of basic project documentation.
• Participate in team meetings and training and provide informal mentorship to field technicians when appropriate.
• Promote and follow all company safety protocols and help ensure compliance with regulatory requirements on job sites.
• Absorb and communicate client needs to senior PMs to identify additional project opportunities.
• Prepare routine reports and technical documents for internal and external stakeholders with review by senior staff.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, laboratory, and operations, to support successful project delivery.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Experience: For non-degreed candidates, 1–3 years of construction materials testing (CMT) and inspection experience is preferred.
• Certifications: Certifications in relevant testing or inspection areas (e.g., ACI, ICC, ATTI, Nuclear Safety) preferred, or willingness to obtain.
• Technical Knowledge: Basic understanding of construction materials testing standards (ASTM, AASHTO) and the ability to interpret construction plans and technical specifications.
• Skills: Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant project management or reporting systems.
• Other Requirements: Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record; willingness to travel to job sites and work in diverse environmental conditions as needed.