Construction Materials Engineering and Testing (CoMET) Project Manager II

About the role

We are seeking a Construction Materials Engineering and Testing (CoMET) Project Manager II to join our Construction Services team in Oklahoma City, OK and surrounding areas. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring Kleinfelder meets client expectations through effective communication, project management, and client engagement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of special inspections and materials testing for construction projects ranging from small to large scale.
• Review project plans and specifications to develop project estimates and proposals.
• Define project scope, timelines, and budgets.
• Champion safety culture by leading team safety efforts, modeling safe work practices, writing project specific safety plans, and encouraging proactive pre-task planning.
• Support employee development through training, mentoring, and assigning responsibilities in both field and office settings.
• Develop and implement detailed project plans to ensure successful execution of tasks, milestones, and deliverables.
• Engage in marketing and client outreach efforts to secure new business opportunities and project contracts.
• Partner with an assistant project manager and Accounting Department to ensure accurate financial tracking, invoicing, collections, and change order approvals.
• Coverage with Legal Department on contract review and risk management.
• Coverage with other internal departments or offices to access specialized resources and expertise as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and professional engineer license in Oklahoma.
• A minimum of 7-8 years of experience in materials testing, special inspection, construction management, and/or other construction-related engineering services.
• A minimum of 4-5 years of project management experience, including responsibility for direct client interaction, as well as the ability to plan, organize, execute, and direct various size projects.
• A minimum of 1-2 years in a supervisory position, training and overseeing field engineers and/or materials testing technicians.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member, maintain composure, and work effectively in a high-pressure environment with changing priorities.
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and ability to pass drug test.
• Able to use a company provided laptop or tablet computer and a working knowledge of MS Office programs (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
• A good work ethic, attention to detail, and high level of personal integrity.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred Competencies

• Certifications or experience in applicable construction inspection and testing certifications from the American Concrete Institute (ACI), International Code Council (ICC), National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET); the American Welding Society (AWS).

Benefits

Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid holidays

We also support career development through reimbursements for continuing education and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.