Construction Materials Department Manager-Bridge City, TX
About The Position
Certerra is seeking an experienced Construction Materials Department Manager for a full-time opportunity in Bridge City, Texas. The company provides testing, inspection, and certification services, including construction materials engineering and testing, and serves clients through its Southwest division. The manager oversees daily operations and team performance for an assigned area, including project resources, field staff, technicians, dispatch operations, and the team’s profit and loss. The role also supports client service, collections, proposals, and business development. Certerra is an Equal Opportunity Employer and states that applicants and employees are evaluated based on their ability, competence, and performance of essential job functions.
Requirements
- Experience in construction materials is required; the posting seeks an experienced department manager.
Responsibilities
- Manage daily operations and team performance.
- Finalize disciplinary actions with Regional Manager approval.
- Submit spot bonus requests for approval by the Regional Manager, Vice President, or President.
- Monitor and manage Senior Project Manager and Project Manager utilization.
- Review and approve expenses and timecards for direct reports, and conduct performance reviews.
- Manage high-profile projects with junior or assistant Project Manager support through the Mentorship Program.
- Optimize project resource allocation.
- Oversee technician training, certifications, and overall performance.
- Oversee dispatch operations for the assigned region to ensure quality and client satisfaction.
- Hire field staff for the assigned area with Regional Manager approval.
- Monitor PCS assistance for the team and address PCS performance issues with the Director of Business.
- Manage and oversee the team’s profit and loss.
- Oversee proposals and help develop fees and scopes to respond to competitive and changing markets.
- Oversee collection efforts for projects.
- Pursue new clients and business opportunities through client meetings, proposals, and Salesforce management.
- Develop and deliver client presentations.
- Notify clients by phone and email about failing tests.
- Involve a Professional Engineer as needed for letters, problem-solving, and technical advisement.
- Serve as an ambassador of safety.
- Develop and implement performance improvement plans.
- Conduct regular team meetings.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
