Construction Materials Testing Staff Engineer

Froehling & Robertson, Inc., (F&R) has been proudly engineering stability in the country since 1881. In addition to being one of the oldest independent testing/engineering companies, F&R is also a minority-owned business offering competitive compensation/benefits and a positive work environment designed around the philosophy of mutual respect for all! Our shared F&R/Employee values include:
Safe & Healthy Work Environment, Value & Respect for F&R Employees and Clients, Trustworthiness, Technical Excellence, Continuous Improvement, and Financial Success.

A CMT Engineer will 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. This may include performing field observations and inspections, communicating with and mentoring engineering technicians and inspectors, meeting with clients and contractors, reviewing project plans and specifications, and preparing and reviewing reports for services provided.

• Review project plans, drawings, specifications, reports and other project data
• Maintain project budgets, record keeping, materials testing, and inspections
• Communicate with other engineers, technicians, special inspectors, administrative personnel, sub‑consultants and contractors
• Prepare and review technical reports and letters
• Satisfy multiple and unrelated deadlines
• May supervise and direct engineering technicians, special inspectors and subcontractors
• Perform field observations and site visits. Field work will include meeting with F&R employees, clients and contractors to assess construction status and progress. Prepare field reports for all site visits and meetings
• Perform field testing and inspecting of soil, foundations, concrete, asphalt, and other construction materials at locations across our service area
• Review field reports prepared by technicians and inspectors
• Ensure project reports are completed and submitted timely
• Ensure accuracy for all items related to billing for projects
• Maintain excellent client relations by responding promptly, etc.
• Provide input relative to needs of client to Project Manager
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technologies, or a related field.
• Typically 0–4 years of experience
• E.I.T. preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Excellent people and customer service skills
• Ability to work in an independent or team environment
• Ability to be self‑motivated and performance driven
• Highly organized individual
• Must be willing 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 valid driver’s license with good‑standing driving record
• May travel overnight

• 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 of company vehicle when traveling to sites/labs, etc.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We extend equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other reason protected by federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

F&R participates in the USCIS E‑Verify Program to verify that all new hires are authorized to work in the United States.

EOE M/F/D/V/SO. Drug Free Workplace.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Engineering and Information Technology

• Civil Engineering

Location:

Roanoke, VA.