Construction Material testing Project Manager

3+ years

Apply by 30 Nov 2026

The Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Project Manager runs Quartet's field testing and special inspection operations in Grimes County and the surrounding Brazos Valley. You will build and lead a team of field technicians, manage multiple concurrent construction projects, serve as the day-to-day contact for contractors, owners, and engineers of record, and ensure every test and inspection meets project specifications and our ISO/IEC 17025 quality system.

This is a growth role: you will help establish and expand Quartet's presence in the region.

Manage CMT and special inspection projects from proposal to final report: scope, fee estimates, staffing plans, schedules, budgets, invoicing, and closeout.

Schedule and dispatch field technicians daily across multiple active job sites for soils, concrete, asphalt, masonry, structural steel, fireproofing, and post-tension inspections.

Review field reports, laboratory results, and inspection logs for accuracy, completeness, and specification compliance before release to clients.

Interpret test results against project specifications, TxDOT, ACI, ASTM, and IBC Chapter 17 requirements, and document non-conformances and recommended corrective actions.

Serve as the primary point of contact for general contractors, owners, architects, and engineers of record; attend pre-construction and progress meetings.

Recruit, train, and mentor field technicians, and manage their certification plans (ACI, NICET, TxDOT, nuclear gauge).

Perform field work when needed, including concrete sampling and testing, density testing, and site observations.

Maintain compliance with the firm's A2LA accreditation, including equipment calibration, technician proficiency records, and internal audits.

Lead regional business development: identify upcoming public and private construction, build relationships with contractors and municipalities, and prepare proposals and SOQs.

Track project financials, including budget-to-actual, billable hours, change orders, and accounts receivable.

Enforce the company health and safety program on all job sites and

Master of Science or PhD in Construction Management, Construction Engineering and Management, or Civil Engineering with a concentration in Construction Management.

Minimum 5 years of construction materials testing, special inspection, or construction QA/QC experience, including at least 2 years supervising technicians or managing projects.

Thorough knowledge of ASTM and AASHTO test methods, ACI standards, TxDOT specifications, and IBC special inspection requirements.

Proven ability to schedule and dispatch crews across multiple concurrent projects and to manage client expectations under tight construction schedules.

Strong written communication skills for field reports, client correspondence, and non-conformance documentation.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and field data management or dispatch software such as Meta Field or Agile Frameworks.

Valid Texas driver's license, clean driving record, and willingness to be based in Grimes County with regular travel throughout the Brazos Valley.

Authorization to work in the United States.

Texas Professional Engineer (PE) license, or EIT/FE certification with ability to obtain Texas PE.

Professional certifications such as ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I, ACI Concrete Strength Testing Technician, NICET Level III or IV in Construction Materials Testing, ICC Special Inspector (Reinforced Concrete, Structural Steel, Masonry, Soils), TxDOT Soils and Aggregate or HMAC certifications, Nuclear Gauge Safety and RSO training, OSHA 30-Hour Construction, and Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or PMP.

Experience building a regional office or field team from the ground up.

Existing relationships with contractors, school districts, municipalities, or Texas A&M University System projects in the Brazos Valley.

Bilingual English and Spanish.

Split between the Navasota area office and active construction sites in all weather. Must be able to lift 75 pounds, stand and walk for extended periods on uneven terrain, climb ladders and scaffolding, and wear personal protective equipment. Early morning and occasional night or weekend pours.