Construction Materials Testing Project Manager

Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects. Headquartered in Austin, TX, Atlas currently has over 3,500 employees with offices throughout the US, including Alaska & Hawaii. It’s no accident that Atlas creates a better experience for infrastructure and environmental projects. It’s how we are built – with the best people in the industry, with the reach and expertise to help at any and every step of the project, and with a heart-led approach that puts quality and safety at the center of everything we do. We’re just built to be better. We are a great company.

We are seeking a Construction Materials Testing Project Manager (CMT Project Manager 1) to join our Louisville, Kentucky team! Come join us!

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Project Management

• Plan, organize, and manage CMT and Special Inspection projects from inception to completion.
• Provide assistance to Business Development Staff on project cost estimating during the proposal phase.
• Oversee the execution of field inspection and testing activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project specifications.
• Project Financial Management.

Technical Leadership

• Provide technical guidance and support to inspection and testing staff.
• Review and interpret project plans, specifications, and codes to ensure proper execution of tests and inspections.
• Analyze test results and inspection findings, identify issues, and recommend corrective actions.

Client and Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the point of contact for clients and other contractors.
• Communicate project status, findings, and any issues that arise during the project life cycle.
• Address client queries and concerns promptly and professionally.

Documentation and Reporting

• Prepare detailed inspection reports, test results, and documentation and review reports of others.
• Ensure that all project documentation is accurate, complete, and properly archived.
• Maintain up-to-date records of project activities, including schedules, budgets, and correspondence.

Team Management

• Supervise and mentor a team of inspectors, technicians, and support staff.
• Conduct regular team meetings, provide training, and promote a culture of safety and quality.
• Evaluate team performance and provide feedback for continuous improvement.

Compliance and Quality Assurance

• Ensure all projects adhere to applicable building codes, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Implement quality control measures to maintain high standards of work and accuracy in test results.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to verify compliance and quality.

Minimum requirements:

• Associates Degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Preferably Construction Management focus OR at least 3 years of professional experience required.
• Experience in project management with personal management skills.
• Safety focused, additional, ACI, ICC or AWS certifications.

Technical requirements:

• Proficient in Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and other widely used computer programs.
• Working knowledge of Metafield and Construction scheduling software is desirable.
• Excellent skills in technical writing and verbal communications.

Other miscellaneous qualities:

• Ability to travel up to 10%, mostly within Kentucky and Southern Indiana.
• Desire to obtain relevant professional registration or certifications, if not already obtained.

Benefits:

Atlas offers a comprehensive benefit program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, Atlas benefits include health, dental, vision, life, AD&D, voluntary life / AD&D, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, employee assistance program, educational assistance program.

Who We Are:

We strive to be the most sought-after infrastructure and environmental solutions company, known for our unique, values-driven approach and brought to life by the industry’s most exceptional people.

Atlas provides professional testing, inspection, engineering, environmental and consulting services from more than 100 locations nationwide. We deliver solutions to both public and private sector clients in the transportation, commercial, water, government, education and industrial markets.

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