Construction Materials Testing Staff Engineer

About the role

Froehling & Robertson, Inc. (F&R) is an established and diverse company founded in 1881. As one of the oldest independent testing and engineering companies, F&R is also recognized as a minority-owned business. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and a positive work environment that prioritizes mutual respect among all employees and clients.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans, drawings, specifications, reports, and other project data
• Maintain project budgets, record keeping, materials testing, and inspections
• Communicate with other engineers, technicians, special inspectors, administrative personnel, sub-consultants, and contractors
• Prepare and review technical reports and letters
• Satisfy multiple and unrelated deadlines
• Supervise and direct engineering technicians, special inspectors, and subcontractors
• Perform field observations and site visits, including meeting with F&R employees, clients, and contractors to assess construction status and progress
• Prepare field reports for all site visits and meetings
• Perform field testing and inspecting of soil, foundations, concrete, asphalt, and other construction materials at locations across our service area
• Ensure project reports are completed and submitted timely
• Ensure accuracy for all items related to billing for projects
• Maintain excellent client relations by responding promptly, etc.
• Provide input relative to needs of client to Project Manager
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technologies, or a related field
• Typically 0-4 years of experience
• E.I.T. preferred
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Excellent people and customer service skills
• Ability to work in an independent or team environment
• Ability to be self-motivated and performance driven
• Highly organized individual
• Willingness to participate in and pass F&R’s pre-employment screening, including a background investigation, drug screening, and driving record
• Willingness to frequently drive to and from work sites, must have valid driver’s license with good-standing driving record
• May travel overnight

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass F&R’s pre-employment screening, including a background investigation, drug screening, and driving record
• Must have a valid driver’s license with a good-standing driving record
• May travel overnight

Skills

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Excellent people and customer service skills
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Self-motivation and performance-driven attitude
• Highly organized
• Ability to pass F&R’s pre-employment screening
• Valid driver’s license with good-standing driving record
• Willingness to travel overnight

Benefits

• In-House continuous training
• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental, vision, and life
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Company-observed paid holidays
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• 401K retirement
• Company cell phone usage
• Use of company vehicle when traveling to sites/labs, etc.

Pay

Competitive compensation packages are offered based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Hours and schedule vary based on project demands and client requirements.