Construction Materials Testing Engineering Manager

Senior-Level Geotechnical/Civil/Materials Engineer

NV5 is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals:
Testing, Inspection & Consulting;
Infrastructure;
Utility Services;
Environmental Health Sciences;
Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work.

As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals, and beyond, we help shape our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives.

NV5 has an immediate opening for a Senior-Level Geotechnical/Civil/Materials Engineer in our Ventura, CA office. The successful candidate will serve as Engineering Manager for both design and construction inspection and testing projects. Candidate will also serve as Project Manager in the delivery of construction materials testing and inspection services focused primarily on school and public infrastructure construction.

The successful candidate should be a registered Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California. Experience with the CA Division of State Architect (DSA) and Caltrans projects is preferred. Success in this position requires focus on both technical excellence and business success. As an engineering project manager, you will work with a variety of personalities on a multidisciplined team. The person must possess skills in problem solving, critical thinking, and maintain high productivity in a fast-paced environment.

The person needs to be an effective leader and collaborator with an ability to manage multiple soil/concrete technicians, ICC Inspectors, and laboratory staff.

Engineering Manager of laboratory testing and special inspection services on DSA/HCAI, Caltrans and local jurisdiction having authority (JHA) projects.

Plans, assigns, prioritizes, evaluates, and reviews the work of special inspectors and technicians, and support staff for consistency, accuracy, timeliness, conformance to guidelines and technical merit.

Review field and laboratory reports

Review plans and specifications

Project Management:
Manage projects from inception through completion and have primary responsibility for managing client expectations and ensuring that delivery meets expectations.

Manage projects to meet client expectations for technical excellence, budget, and schedule

With support from the Operations Manager, plan for and execute the recruitment, selection, training, mentoring, and development of all employees in the department.

Conduct annual performance reviews. Monitor and assess progress toward performance goals

Develops and reviews technical and cost proposals, technical deliverables and other documents.

With support from the Operations Manager, perform business and client development activities.

Assists in establishing policies and technical procedures and assists in developing new markets in professional services.

Develop an understanding and be aware of project-related risk. Be familiar with what could go wrong on a project and how to protect the Company. Be familiar with company risk policies.

Lead safety efforts for the team and ensure the team follows safety rules and guidelines. Responsible for creating and modeling a safe

BS in Civil Engineering

Registered PE in California

Minimum of 5 years' experience in testing and inspection of construction materials

Minimum of 2 years' experience in special inspections or supervision of special inspection services. Experience with DSA/HCAI and Caltrans special inspection and materials testing requirements is preferred. Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, think creatively, and problem solve

Demonstrated experience with reviewing technical specifications and field/laboratory reports

Extensive knowledge of building codes and construction industry standards. DSA, HCAI experience is preferred

Experience with Caltrans, AASHTO, and ASTM test methods pertaining to construction materials, including HMA, aggregate, soils, steel, masonry, and concrete

Experience reviewing concrete/asphalt mix designs

Experience overseeing materials testing and inspections

Thorough understanding of accreditation policies for all relevant agencies, including Caltrans, DSA, AMRL, CCRL, IAS, etc.

Proficiency in computer applications, including MS Office

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Preferred qualifications include a strong background and experience in geotechnical engineering

The pay range for this California position is $155,000- $200,000 per year; however, base pay offered may be higher or lower depending on the job-related knowledge, skills, and experience of the candidate. Restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in…