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Project Manager - Construction Material Testing - Los Angeles, California

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Project Manager - Construction Material Testing to join our Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in the Los Angeles area at our Santa Fe Springs, California office. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of construction assurance, testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

What are we looking for?

The Project Manager - Construction Material Testing is responsible for performing a variety of testing, project specific observations and site assessment duties under general supervision and/or from detailed controlled procedures. 

Salary & Benefits Information:

The base wage or salary range for this position is $80,000 - $100,000. Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons.

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more. 

What you'll do:

• Conduct and attend project meetings and maintain Client relationships, leverage and develop new project opportunities
• Review project setup, prepare advanced proposals for internal and external review and follow up
• Complete contract review and negotiation
• Monitor project budget and initiate change orders
• Review, Prepare and Submit invoices
• Review and sign test reports
• Perform project close out duties
• Ensure field testing and inspections are scheduled and performed correctly and keep clients informed of progress
• Supervise and provide support to field and/or laboratory personnel
• Train field and laboratory personnel on different types of testing and inspection techniques in accordance with ASTM, ACI and other reference standards and test methods
• Help with equipment issues and/or replacement
• Assist with lab, field and/or administrative duties as needed

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.  

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 2 years' experience in Construction Materials Testing and/or Project Management experience
• Understand Construction Materials Testing Business
• Valid Driver's License and reliable driving record
• Able to read and interpret construction plans and project specifications
• Effective communication skills (written, verbal and listening) and solid interpersonal skills
• Must be familiar with the building codes and regulations
• Obtain ACI certification within 6 months of hire (Concrete, Masonry, Aggregate)
• Internal PMCP completion within 6 months of hire
• Ability to lead and supervise others
• Must be able to work off shift and overtime as needed

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited/ABET school
• E.I.T. certification 
• 5+ years' experience in Construction Materials Testing project management experience
• ICC/ACI/NICET/CalTrans Certification(s) highly desirable

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers' expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. For certain safety-sensitive roles, a pre-employment drug screen will be required. Based on local law and legislation, marijuana may be included in that screening.

We Value Diversity

Intertek's network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email intertekhrusa@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.   

Intertek is a leading Total Quality Assurance provider to industries worldwide. Our network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, delivers innovative and bespoke Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions for our customers' operations and supply chains. Working at Intertek means joining a global network of state-of-the-art facilities and passionate people who deliver superior customer service with a purpose of bringing quality, safety, and sustainability to life. The Building & Construction team provides assurance, testing, inspection, and certification services and building science solutions to deliver Total Quality Assurance to the built environment. The team offers the architectural, engineering and construction (A/E/C) industry with a full suite of capabilities both in the lab and on site.