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Yavapai College

PT Specialist, Testing Center

Prescott, AZ · On-site

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Must be able to successfully, and continually, certify as a proctor through all third-party testing ... Preferred Skills & Abilities Ability to manage numerous time-sensitive tasks simultaneously Two ...

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Phoenix, AZ

$40.80K/yr

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As of Jun 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for testing manager in Arizona is $101,678.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,600.00 and $121,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Testing Manager, you need expertise in software testing methodologies, quality assurance processes, and a background in computer science or a related field, often supported by certifications like ISTQB. Familiarity with test management tools (such as JIRA, TestRail), automation frameworks, and CI/CD systems is typically required. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help effectively manage teams and collaborate with stakeholders. These competencies ensure the delivery of high-quality software products and efficient testing processes in complex development environments.

What are some common challenges a Testing Manager may face when coordinating testing activities across multiple teams?

A Testing Manager often encounters challenges such as aligning testing schedules with development timelines, ensuring consistent testing standards across distributed teams, and managing communication between stakeholders. Balancing resource allocation and adapting to shifting project priorities can also present difficulties. Building strong relationships with development, QA, and product teams is crucial for effective collaboration and maintaining high-quality deliverables.

What are Testing Managers?

Testing Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing the software testing process within an organization. They coordinate test teams, develop testing strategies, and ensure that products meet quality standards before release. Their duties include planning and managing test activities, allocating resources, tracking defects, and communicating progress to stakeholders. Testing Managers play a critical role in ensuring that software products are reliable, functional, and delivered on time.

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Required CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field; certifications like ISTQB or CSTE are common.

Work EnvironmentManages testing teams across various projects, often in software development companies or IT departments.

Testing Managers and QA Leads both focus on quality assurance, but Testing Managers oversee testing strategies and teams at a higher level, while QA Leads handle day-to-day testing activities. Both roles require similar credentials and are integral in software development environments.

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Construction Materials Testing Manager

Olsson

Tempe, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Company Description
We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results - for our people, our clients, and our company.
We're a people-centric firm, so it's no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.
Job Description
Our Construction Materials Team plays a critical role in ensuring the quality, safety, and performance of materials used in infrastructure and building projects. From concrete and asphalt to soil and aggregates, our team provides essential testing and analysis that support the structural integrity and compliance of construction efforts.
The Construction Materials Testing Manager leads and develops a team of technicians and field staff, providing technical direction, mentorship, and oversight on a wide range of construction projects. This role ensures that project teams deliver high-quality construction observation, testing, and documentation in alignment with Olsson's standards and client expectations.
As a CMT Manager, you will be responsible for managing QA/QC processes for construction assignments, reviewing complex technical issues, and serving as a senior advisor on challenging or high-profile projects. Drawing on advanced experience, this position independently evaluates field conditions, interprets test results, and makes informed recommendations to verify the quality, safety, and compliance of materials and constructed elements.
This role plays a key part in ensuring successful project execution by coordinating staffing, maintaining operational efficiency, supporting project managers, and fostering strong relationships with clients, contractors, and internal teams.
Primary responsibilities:
  • Direct, mentor, and support staff on the technical aspects of construction materials testing projects, ensuring effective coordination with all disciplines involved.
  • Plan, implement, and oversee QA/QC processes for construction assignments, ensuring that project deliverables meet Olsson's standards for accuracy, completeness, and technical excellence.
  • Lead efforts to identify, organize, and deploy technical resources needed to support the group's workload and project requirements.
  • Serve as a trusted technical advisor to clients, offering consultative guidance and solutions for construction-related challenges.
  • Continue to build and strengthen subject-matter expertise in key construction materials and testing areas, contributing to the team's technical growth.
  • Provide senior-level review of construction inspection and testing activities, acting as a resource for resolving complex technical issues across multiple projects.
  • Support preparation of project studies by conducting research, performing field and laboratory testing, gathering data, and contributing technical insight as needed.
  • Promote operational efficiency by identifying opportunities to streamline processes, improve workflows, and enhance the quality of project outcomes.
  • Supervise, mentor, and review the work of less experienced staff, fostering professional development and consistent performance.
  • May be required to work in all types of terrain and weather conditions and on project sites in various stages of construction.

Qualifications
You are passionate about:
  • Working collaboratively with others.
  • Having ownership in the work you do.
  • Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:
  • Excellent client service orientation, communication, and presentation skills.
  • Solid interpersonal and decision-making skills and the ability to generate innovative and effective solutions to complex problems.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Ability to contribute and work well on a team.
  • The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner and communicate safety expectations to junior staff.

Preferred qualifications:
  • Associate degree in a construction-related field preferred.
  • A minimum of 10 years of experience in a construction-related field.
  • Preferred certifications:
    • OSHA 30
    • American Concrete Institute (ACI) Grade I
    • ATTI Asphalt and Soils
    • National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) I/II
    • ICC certification in one or more of the following categories: Reinforced Concrete, Spray-applied Fireproofing, Structural Masonry, Prestressed/Post-Tensioned Concrete
    • Nuclear Gauge
    • ADOT-specific certifications (e.g., Asphalt Level I/II, Soils & Aggregate)

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Additional Information
Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.
As an Olsson employee, you will:
  • Receive a competitive 401(k) match
  • Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
  • Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
  • Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
  • Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.
Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.
Olsson understands the importance of privacy and is committed to protecting job applicants' personal information. Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (collectively, the "CCPA"), this notice explains Olsson's practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information for job applicants residing in California. Please read this Notice carefully to understand our privacy practices.
For more information about the types of information we collect and how we use it in connection with your general access and use of our website, please review our general California Privacy Notice here.

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