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Project Manager - Construction Material Testing - Austin, Texas

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 our Austin, Texasoffice. 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 responsible for the overall management and successful execution of large-scale Construction Materials Testing (CMT) projects. This position will provide leadership and direction to project personnel, oversee daily field operations, and ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget. The ideal candidate will have extensive CMT experience and a proven ability to manage large projects and field teams.

Salary & Benefits Information:

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:

• Responsibilities:
• Manage large and complex CMT projects from project start-up through completion.
• Coordinate the day-to-day scheduling, assignment, and utilization of 10+ field technicians.
• Provide leadership, direction, and support to technicians, project managers, and other project personnel.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and maintain strong client relationships.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, staffing plans, and resource requirements.
• Coordinate manpower, equipment, testing requirements, and project priorities to maintain efficient operations.
• Monitor project progress, productivity, quality, and compliance with contract requirements.
• Work closely with branch and operations management to address staffing, scheduling, equipment, and operational needs.
• Monitor project budgets, labor costs, revenue, invoicing, and overall profitability.
• Identify potential project issues and implement solutions to minimize delays, additional costs, or disruptions.
• Review testing reports, documentation, and project deliverables for accuracy and completeness.
• Ensure all testing and inspection activities are performed in accordance with applicable ASTM, ACI, project specifications, company procedures, and safety requirements.
• Assist with proposals, change orders, client meetings, project start-ups, and business development activities.
• Promote a strong culture of safety, quality, accountability, and customer service.

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:

• Significant experience managing large Construction Materials Testing projects.
• Strong field experience with concrete, reinforcing steel (rebar), soils, and drilled pier projects.
• Proven experience managing and scheduling 10 or more field technicians.
• Strong knowledge of CMT procedures, construction practices, project specifications, and field operations.
• Demonstrated experience with project scheduling, staffing, budgeting, invoicing, and financial management.
• Strong leadership and personnel-management skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and client relationship skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and changing project conditions in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate effectively with clients, technicians, project managers, and senior management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent industry experience will be considered.
• ACI, NICET, ICC, or other CMT-related certifications are preferred.

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate will be an experienced CMT professional with a strong background in large-scale construction projects and demonstrated experience leading field operations. The candidate must be capable of managing a large technician workforce, coordinating daily project activities, maintaining strong client relationships, and ensuring projects meet safety, quality, schedule, and financial objectives.

Why work for Intertek-PSI?

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting solutions in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing. Through these risk management and quality assurance services, we ensure the reliability, safety and performance of our client’s new developments, existing assets, and facilities.

Intertek-PSI is a part of Intertek's Building and Construction division, a suite of Intertek brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture, engineering, and construction disciplines, developing the most innovative product and project solutions.

Intertek is a leading global provider of Total Quality Assurance services for a multitude of industries. Through a comprehensive network of over 1,000 laboratories and offices situated in over 100 countries, Intertek provides innovative and tailored Assurance, Testing, Inspection, and Certification (ATIC) solutions for its clients' operations and supply chains. At Intertek, we exercise our spirit of innovation, the passion of our people and our unmatched customer commitment to realize our purpose of making the world an ever better, safer, and more sustainable place for all. Learn more about Our History and What We Do.

Intertek is known for its client-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts, but it's more than just a global network of specialists—it's a community of individuals working together to bring quality, safety, and sustainability to life.

What we have to offer:

When Working with Intertek, you can expect salary and benefit package competitively placed within the local market, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement and more.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, all hires are required to pass a pre-employment drug test.

Intertek believes that Our People are our strongest tool for success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status or on the basis of disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

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 peopleare 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.

*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.