Construction Materials Testing -Field Manager

Overview

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. We promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company. Olsson is a people-centric firm where the greatest asset is our people, fostering growth, creativity, and a lasting impact on the world around us.

Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Field Manager: provide technical expertise as part of the team by leading quality assurance/quality control, developing scope of services and estimated fees for new materials testing opportunities, directing and managing special inspections and materials testing construction projects, project staff, and budgets. Travel to various job sites, attend meetings with construction teams, assist field technicians, and provide technical guidance to clients during construction.

Maintain communication with clients and project teams to ensure successful completion of special inspections and materials testing projects in accordance with the International Building Code, Department of Transportation standards, and project documents and specifications.

• Supervise and lead field staff while performing accurate geotechnical and construction inspection and testing tasks.
• Review and interpret project plans and specifications; recommend the best approach for completing construction testing assignments.
• Prepare and submit timely, accurate project summary reports.
• Assist in developing job work scopes, project estimates, and proposals; provide construction recommendations as needed.
• Attend client meetings and serve as a resource for problem resolution.
• Organize and administer preconstruction conferences and other project meetings as required.
• Work in diverse terrain and weather conditions on sites at various stages of construction.
• Identify and mitigate potential safety hazards for workers and the public around project sites.

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.
• Strong conflict resolution skills.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• Project Management experience preferred.
• The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Associate degree in a construction-related field preferred.
• Minimum of eight years of experience in a construction-related field.
• Preferred certifications:
  • American Concrete Institute (ACI) Grade I
  • OSHA 30
  • International Code Council (ICC)
  • Nuclear Gauge
  • Applicable Department of Transportation/Roads certifications

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

As an Olsson employee, you will receive a competitive benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance. Full-time employees may receive our traditional benefits package and flexible work arrangements where available. You will also have access to a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles.

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