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 firms, F&R is also recognized as a minority-owned business. We offer competitive compensation and benefits along with a positive work environment that emphasizes mutual respect and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Apply standard engineering and project management techniques to provide construction materials testing and special inspection services under the supervision of experienced engineers and project managers.
• Perform field observations and inspections; communicate with and mentor engineering technicians and inspectors.
• Meet with clients and contractors; review project plans and specifications; prepare and review reports for services provided.
• Supervise and direct engineering technicians, special inspectors, and subcontractors.
• Prepare and review technical reports and letters.
• 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 on time.
• Ensure accuracy for all items related to billing for projects.
• Maintain excellent client relations by responding promptly and effectively.
• Provide input relative to client needs 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.
• May have E.I.T.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent people and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Self-motivated and performance-driven individual.
• Highly organized individual.
• Willingness to participate in and pass F&R’s pre-employment screening, including a background investigation, drug screening, and driving record.
• Ability to frequently drive to and from work sites, must have a valid driver’s license with a 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-motivated and performance-driven individual.
• Highly organized individual.
• Willingness to participate in and pass F&R’s pre-employment screening, including a background investigation, drug screening, and driving record.
• Ability to frequently drive to and from work sites, must have a valid driver’s license with a good-standing driving record.
• May 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 location.