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Senior Acoustics Project Manager - New York City

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Acoustics Senior Project Manager to join our Building Science Solutions team in New York City, NY. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the building enclosure testing industry!

Intertek's Building and Construction division is 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's project-related assurance, testing, inspection and consulting services are the risk management and quality assurance partner you need to ensure the reliability, safety and performance of your new developments, existing assets and facilities. 

Intertek's Building Science Solutions (BSS) group is primarily focused on consulting, commissioning, and field performance testing services for new construction and retrofit projects, covering disciplines including building enclosures, acoustics, sustainability, fire protection, accessibility, and energy modeling.

What are we looking for?

The Senior Acoustics Project Manager's primary role will be to manage and mentor junior colleagues providing guidance and constructive review of their work. This person should have the desire to collaborate with colleagues across the United States, manage existing and new client projects, and manage testing, measurements and activities at project sites. This position will travel as business needs indicate, usually once or twice a month. 

Shift/Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00AM-5:00PM

Salary & Benefits Information

The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $140,000. 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:

• Manage/mentor junior colleagues to assist with technical guidance and review of their work
• Develop innovative approaches to analyses and recommendations to advance and expand Intertek's acoustical services for our clients
• Write or revise specifications for acoustical products and performance goals for projects
• Develop acoustical related remedial work recommendations to assist clients with repairing, modifying or upgrading existing buildings
• Prepare complete acoustical construction document sets with Building Science staff for new and renovation projects
• Provide effective communication with clients, designers, contractors and coworkers both in writing and orally
• Perform site visits of projects to observe progress and provide feedback in field observation reports to the client
• Project management, including planning, scheduling, staffing, execution, and reporting
• Collaborate with nationwide team as part of Intertek's growing Building Sciences Group
• Participate in training and management of acoustical and building science staff to assist on acoustical consulting projects
• Research new opportunities or processes for performing our services or learn new skills
• Provide consistent and professional interaction and communication with clients and project team
• Achieve operational objectives by contributing information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews
• Complete timecard, expense reports, and project-related financial requirements without reminders

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:

• 10+ years of acoustics experience in consulting
• BS/BA in engineering, architecture, or other acoustics related degree 
• Strong knowledge of architecture, building systems, and transportation systems
• Experience with independent project management and acoustical modeling software
• Strong knowledge of acoustic test methods and standards
• Ability to read and understand architectural drawings and specifications
• Ability to manage projects and internal project team on all sizes of projects
• Extensive technical competence and ability to effectively communicate with clients, designers, contractors, and coworkers, both in writing and orally
• Strong planning and organizational skills, with the ability to meet changing and strict deadlines
• Sound computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite and AutoCAD)
• Ability to travel once or twice a month as business/projects needs dictate
• Must have a valid driver's license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• Experience with managing and mentoring staff, both technical and administrative

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. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

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 hr.eeo@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.