Construction Materials Engineering and Testing (CoMET) Materials Manager II

Kleinfelder Inc•Oklahoma City, OK

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Kleinfelder's Construction Services team is looking for an experienced and dynamic Professional Engineer (PE) and senior leader to oversee and grow our Oklahoma Construction Materials Engineering and Testing (CoMET) business unit located in Tulsa and Oklahoma City. This role is responsible for full business unit leadership, including operations, staff management, financial performance, and strategic growth across Oklahoma. The successful candidate will be a seller-doer who drives business development, builds strong client relationships, and ensures the delivery of high-quality services across a diverse portfolio of projects. This leader will oversee project managers, inspectors, and laboratory personnel while ensuring alignment with Kleinfelder’s mission, vision, values, and expectations for safety, quality, profitability, and client service.

Requirements

8-9 years of construction services experience with a strong emphasis on CoMET services
5-6 years of project management experience, including managing complex programs and client relationships
3-4 years of leadership/people management experience
Proven track record of business development and revenue growth
Experience managing or overseeing materials and soils laboratory operations required
Strong knowledge of construction materials testing, field inspection practices, and applicable regulations
Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, Construction Management, or related field required
Professional Engineer (PE) license required (Oklahoma or ability to obtain quickly)

Nice To Haves

Strategic leadership and business acumen
Proven ability to drive results and achieve growth targets
Strong financial management and forecasting capability
Excellent communication, client management, and team leadership skills
Ability to lead through complexity and deliver high-quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute the Oklahoma CoMET business plan, including growth, profitability, and market expansion
Manage full P&L responsibility, including forecasting, budgeting, and financial performance
Identify market trends and position Kleinfelder to capture new opportunities
Collaborate with regional and corporate leadership on strategic initiatives
Drive revenue growth through active business development and client engagement
Develop and expand relationships with key clients, municipalities, and agencies across Oklahoma
Lead pursuit strategies, proposals, and fee development
Increase Kleinfelder’s visibility and brand presence in the local market
Oversee all phases of project delivery across a portfolio of commercial, industrial, transportation, and public works projects
Ensure consistent execution aligned with quality, risk management, safety, and profitability goals
Provide technical leadership and guidance on complex CoMET programs
Ensure effective use of project management processes, staffing strategies, and resource planning
Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team of project managers, engineers, technicians, and lab staff
Establish clear performance expectations and accountability for results
Support professional development, coaching, and succession planning
Foster a collaborative, safety-focused, and high-performance culture
Provide senior-level technical oversight of materials testing, inspection, and laboratory operations
Ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements
Support innovation and continuous improvement in service delivery