Construction Materials Testing -Field Manager

Olathe, KS

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.

As a Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Field Manager, you will provide overall technical expertise as part of the team by leading quality assurance/quality control, developing scope of services and estimated fees for new materials testing opportunities, directing and managing special inspections and materials testing construction projects, project staff, and budgets, and acting as an advisor on complex projects. You will travel to various job sites and work in all types of terrain and weather conditions to attend meetings with construction teams, assist field technicians, and provide technical guidance to clients during construction.

The CMT Field Manager will be responsible for maintaining communication with clients and their project teams and for the successful completion of special inspections and materials testing projects with respect to the requirements of the International Building Code, Department of Transportation standards, and individual project documents and specifications.

• Supervise and lead field staff while performing accurate geotechnical and construction inspection and testing tasks.
• Review and interpret project plans and specifications; recommend the best approach for completing construction testing assignments.
• Prepare and submit timely, accurate project summary reports.
• Assist in developing job work scopes, project estimates, and proposals; provide construction recommendations as needed.
• Attend client meetings and serve as a resource for problem resolution.
• Organize and administer preconstruction conferences and other project meetings as required.
• Work in diverse terrain and weather conditions on sites at various stages of construction.
• Identify and mitigate potential safety hazards for workers and the public around project sites.

• Ability to contribute and work well on a team.
• Strong technical writing skills.
• The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Associate degree in a construction‑related field preferred.
• Minimum of eight years of experience in a construction‑related field.
• Preferred certifications
  • American Concrete Institute (ACI) Grade I
  • OSHA 30
  • International Code Council (ICC)
  • Nuclear Gauge
  • Applicable Department of Transportation/Roads certifications

• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths.
• Possibility for flexible work arrangements.
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities.
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles.
• Full‑time employees receive a traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and eligibility 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.

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