CMT Project Manager
About The Position
UES is seeking a CMT Project Manager for its Cincinnati team to lead construction materials testing and inspection projects and support the growth of the regional operation. The role manages projects from proposal through completion, overseeing scope, schedules, budgets, resources, quality, and client relationships. The Project Manager provides technical leadership and quality oversight for field and laboratory work, collaborates with clients, contractors, and internal teams, and helps deliver safe, efficient, high-quality services. The position also includes developing estimates, scopes of work, and proposals; monitoring project financial performance; reviewing reports and other deliverables; mentoring junior project managers and field staff; and identifying additional business opportunities through client engagement. The work environment is hybrid, combining office and field settings, with moderate travel of up to approximately 20% to job sites, field locations, and regional offices. Fieldwork may involve outdoor environments, variable weather, uneven terrain, and physical tasks including lifting and carrying equipment or samples.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- For candidates without a degree, 4–7 years of construction materials testing and inspection experience.
- Strong working knowledge of construction materials testing standards, including ASTM and AASHTO, and ability to interpret and apply technical specifications and project requirements.
- Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
- Demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management or data reporting systems.
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
- Willingness to travel to job sites and work in various environmental conditions as needed.
- Ability to lift and carry 35–75 pounds of equipment or samples over distances up to 75 feet.
- Ability to stand, walk, drive, and operate laboratory and field equipment for extended periods.
- Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, kneel, climb, and balance as needed.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing in varied environments, often while wearing PPE.
- Ability to use vision and smell for observation and safety purposes.
Nice To Haves
- Certifications in relevant testing or inspection areas, such as ACI, ICC, ATTI, or Nuclear Safety.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage assigned CMT projects from proposal through completion, meeting scope, schedule, budget, and quality goals.
- Develop project estimates, scopes of work, and proposals with technical and business development teams.
- Coordinate and allocate field technician and laboratory resources to meet project demands.
- Communicate proactively with clients, resolve routine issues, and maintain strong working relationships.
- Monitor project financial performance, including cost control, budget tracking, revenue forecasting, and profitability analysis.
- Provide technical oversight of field and laboratory work, ensuring compliance with applicable standards and company procedures.
- Conduct or supervise field inspections and testing when needed, particularly on complex or high-profile projects.
- Review and approve project reports, timesheets, and client documentation for accuracy and timely delivery.
- Train, mentor, and provide performance feedback to junior project managers and field staff; assist with hiring and onboarding as needed.
- Promote company safety protocols and ensure regulatory compliance at job sites.
- Identify opportunities for add-on or follow-up work through client engagement and site presence.
- Prepare and deliver technical reports and project documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
- Collaborate with engineering, laboratory, safety, and operations teams on integrated project delivery.
- Provide leadership, technical guidance, and best practices to junior project managers and field technicians.
- Contribute to operational excellence, safety, continuous improvement, and the growth of the Cincinnati operation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
