Construction Materials Testing Department Manager

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the Orlando CMT Department.
• Supervise and mentor technical, laboratory, and field personnel.
• Maintain and expand relationships with existing clients and public agencies.
• Prepare and review proposals, budgets, scopes of work, and contracts.
• Support business development activities and strategic growth initiatives.
• Oversee laboratory operations and quality management procedures.
• Review project reports, test results, and technical deliverables.
• Monitor department financial performance, including revenue, profitability, and accounts receivable.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, professionalism, and client service.
• Cook up with geotechnical, environmental, and special inspection staff to provide integrated project solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, or related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated leadership, project management, supervisory, or team management experience.
• Familiarity with construction materials testing, special inspections, laboratory operations, or quality assurance programs.
• Experience working with public-sector and/or private-sector development and construction projects.
• Experience developing client relationships and supporting business development efforts preferred.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects, personnel, and client relationships in a fast-paced consulting environment.

Why Ardaman?

• Ardaman maintains a strong portfolio of continuing services contracts with municipalities, counties, utilities, educational institutions, transportation agencies, and other public-sector clients.
• This provides a stable workload, long-term client relationships, and excellent opportunities for professional growth and leadership.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, 401(k) with company match, and much more.
• We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
• Ardaman is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tetra Tech, who is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.
• Ardaman is a Drug Free Workplace.