Construction Materials Testing Project Manager

Job Description

Take Your Construction Career to the Next Level! Kleinfelder, a Forbes' Top Employer for Engineers in North America, is committed to a people-first culture, technical excellence, and creating opportunities where employees can thrive! Kleinfelder’s Construction Services team is looking for a Project Manager to join our Construction Materials Engineering and Testing team in our San Jose, CA office.

• Providing professional services for construction materials testing projects
• Performing accurate computations and reviewing laboratory test reports
• Reviewing daily observation reports and materials testing data sheets
• Collaborating with staff, and actively working with clients to deliver complex programs/projects
• Assisting with preparation of proposals and fee estimates
• Planning and execution of technical work
• Assisting with monitoring and controlling project budgets
• Performing additional various tasks at the discretion of the supervisor
• Ensuring project deadlines are met by providing proper scheduling, coordination, and organization of available resources
• Establishing and maintaining relationships through excellent communication, professionalism, and having a client service focus

• Minimum 2 years of experience in materials testing, special inspection, construction management, and/or other construction-related engineering services
• Minimum 2 years of demonstrated project management experience including budgeting, scheduling, resource planning, client coordination and subcontractor management
• Ability to work independently and as a team member, maintain composure, and work effectively in a high‑pressure environment with changing priorities
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation, verbal, and written communication skills
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and ability to pass drug test
• Able to use a company provided laptop or tablet computer and a working knowledge of MS Office programs (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook)
• A good work ethic, attention to detail, and high level of personal integrity
• Authorization to work in the United States

• ACI, ICC, Caltrans, AASHTO, and/or NICET certifications
• Previous field and/or laboratory experience
• Knowledge of multiple types of construction
• Project management certifications such as PMP, CCM, or equivalent construction/project management credentials
• Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification
• Professional Engineer License

• Competitive salary range: $75,850 - $126,585 annually
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid holidays
• Professional development support (reimbursements for continuing education, training, and certifications)

Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans (compliant with VEVRAA and Section 503).