Materials Manager

About the role

The Materials Manager oversees the planning, procurement coordination, logistics, receiving, and distribution of materials and equipment on an industrial construction project. This position supports field operations, manages inventory, and ensures all documentation is recorded.

Responsibilities

• Track and manage all materials from purchase order issuance to site delivery, ensuring proper documentation, labeling, and compliance with specifications.
• Work closely with procurement to monitor supplier performance, delivery timelines, and lead times for long-lead equipment and critical path items.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to verify that all required ship loose materials are shipped to site in support of the construction schedule.
• Cover shipping, freight, and customs clearance for domestic and international materials, as applicable.
• Oversee on-site receiving, inspection, and warehousing of materials to verify quantities, quality, and damage.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date inventory records, material status reports, and shortage reports.
• Cook with field teams to forecast material needs, schedule deliveries, and avoid work delays due to material shortages or mismanagement.
• Manage storage areas and laydown yards to ensure safe, organized, and efficient material handling in compliance with site safety standards.
• Lead material preservation programs for sensitive or long-stored equipment in accordance with OEM and project requirements.
• Ensure proper storage, preservation, and handling of materials, especially critical or sensitive equipment.
• Support quality control teams in tracking material certifications, mill test reports, and documentation for project turnover packages.
• Work with engineering and construction teams to resolve material discrepancies, substitutions, and field change requests.
• Supervise material clerks, warehouse staff, and logistics coordinators as needed.
• Participate in ISO 9001 and other audits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in materials management on industrial or heavy construction projects (e.g., energy, oil & gas, manufacturing, chemical plants).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Possess a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Knowledge of material handling, site logistics, warehouse layout, and preservation practices.
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, specifications, and supply chain logistics.
• Experience managing remote laydown yards and complex delivery logistics.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
• OSHA 30