CMT Operations Supervisor

Braun Intertec Corporation•Austin, TX

15d•$73,000 - $109,000•Onsite

About The Position

Braun Intertec is seeking an Operations Supervisor for our Construction Materials Testing (CMT) operations in the Austin, TX office. This role involves leading a team of technicians and special inspectors, ensuring the quality and safety of construction materials testing, and supporting office leadership in developing CMT policies and best practices. The supervisor will perform inspections and testing, prepare reports, manage equipment, and collaborate with various teams to ensure project success.

Requirements

Demonstrate strong leadership skills and a positive attitude.
Responsible, hardworking, driven with ownership of their work.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
Willingness to travel up to 50%, at times with short notice.
Excellent construction document reading and interpretation skills.
Understanding and experience performing field testing and Special Inspections related to soils, concrete, and masonry in commercial and public projects.
Computer aptitude and ability to adapt to company’s systems.
High School diploma or equivalent minimum.
ACI Field Level I Certification required.
Nuclear Density Gauge Certification required.
Experience in materials testing required.
Require a minimum of 5 years’ experience in materials testing or construction.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Understands safety matrices and expectations.
Willingness and ability to obtain required ICC certifications as necessary and within reasonable timeframe.

Nice To Haves

Technical school or college course work a plus.
Relevant post-secondary degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering or Construction Management a preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of technicians and special inspectors responsible for completing field work, including supervision, mentorship, training, and assisting with hiring.
Conduct performance reviews of technicians to stimulate and reward improved performance and prepare subordinates for promotional opportunities.
Assist office leadership in the development and implementation of CMT policies and best practices and setting direction for the CMT group.
Perform routine to complex inspection and testing of construction materials in the field to verify conformance to construction plans and specifications.
Prepare complete and accurate daily reports on observation activities in a timely fashion.
Support the company safety policy and is responsible for communicating and implementing safe work practices and performing safety audits of field staff.
Work closely with the Business Unit Manager to execute on goals and business objectives.
Coordinate with scheduler and other regional operations to share resources and manage workloads.
Evaluate the effectiveness of assigned personnel on an on-going basis through personal contact with clients.
Work closely with consulting staff representatives to prepare proposals.
Perform quality control review of the testing and inspection work performed by assigned staff; identify, investigate and resolve internal and external quality issues on projects.
Coordinate and communicate with members of the consulting group on project progress and issues that arise, taking ownership of technical success for the field aspects of the project.
May make extended stays at job-sites as required.
Manage and maintain field and laboratory equipment, including calibrations and supporting laboratory accreditation related activities.
Assist in management of local fleet vehicles; including planning, maintenance and stewardship.
Collect and communicate business intelligence collected during the performance of our services with other members of the consulting team.