Project Manager, Construction Material Testing

About the role

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions, is actively seeking a Project Manager - Construction Material Testing to join the Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in Austin, Texas. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.

Responsibilities

• Manage large and complex CMT projects from project start-up through completion.
• Coordinate the day-to-day scheduling, assignment, and utilization of 10+ field technicians.
• Provide leadership, direction, and support to technicians, project managers, and other project personnel.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and maintain strong client relationships.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, staffing plans, and resource requirements.
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, testing requirements, and project priorities to maintain efficient operations.
• Monitor project progress, productivity, quality, and compliance with contract requirements.
• Work closely with branch and operations management to address staffing, scheduling, equipment, and operational needs.
• Monitor project budgets, labor costs, revenue, invoicing, and overall profitability.
• Identify potential project issues and implement solutions to minimize delays, additional costs, or disruptions.
• Review testing reports, documentation, and project deliverables for accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure all testing and inspection activities are performed in accordance with applicable ASTM, ACI, project specifications, company procedures, and safety requirements.
• Assist with proposals, change orders, client meetings, project start-ups, and business development activities.
• Promote a strong culture of safety, quality, accountability, and customer service.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Significant experience managing large Construction Materials Testing projects.
• Strong field experience with concrete, reinforcing steel (rebar), soils, and drilled pier projects.
• Proven experience managing and scheduling 10 or more field technicians.
• Strong knowledge of CMT procedures, construction practices, project specifications, and field operations.
• Demonstrated experience with project scheduling, staffing, budgeting, invoicing, and financial management.
• Strong leadership and personnel-management skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and client relationship skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and changing project conditions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate effectively with clients, technicians, project managers, and senior management.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent industry experience will be considered.
• ACI, NICET, ICC, or other CMT-related certifications are preferred.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be an experienced CMT professional with a strong background in large-scale construction projects and demonstrated experience leading field operations. The candidate must be capable of managing a large technician workforce, coordinating daily project activities, maintaining strong client relationships, and ensuring projects meet safety, quality, schedule, and financial objectives.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous vacation / sick time (PTO)
• Tuition reimbursement