Construction Materials Project Manager

S&ME, Inc.•Columbia, SC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At S&ME, you're more than just an employee, you're an employee-owner of a 100% employee-owned company that has been solving complex geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials testing challenges for over 50 years. We're invested in your success and offer a career path with growth opportunities, training, and hands-on experience. Join a team that values safety, integrity, and teamwork while offering industry-leading benefits designed to help you thrive - on and off the job. As a Construction Materials Project Manager you will support both Augusta, GA and Columbia, SC offices. You'll be the person who keeps projects moving and makes sure the work in the field meets the standards it should. You'll manage projects, work alongside field and engineering teams, troubleshoot issues as they come up, and stay involved with clients and contractors throughout the process. This is a role for someone who wants more than a desk and a list of tasks. You'll have a voice in how projects are run, opportunities to mentor others, and the chance to use your technical experience while taking on greater responsibility for clients, projects, and the business.

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or a related Engineering discipline
A minimum of 4 years of Construction Materials Testing (CMT) and Special Inspection (SI) experience, including at least 2 years in a project management role
A Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
A Strong working knowledge of applicable ACI, ASTM, AASHTO, DOT standards, and IBC Special Inspections requirements
An excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
The ability to develop, review, and deliver accurate technical reports and project documentation

Nice To Haves

Active ICC, ACI, and DOT certifications preferred

Responsibilities

Take ownership of CMT and Special Inspection projects throughout the project lifecycle, managing budgets, schedules, staffing, and technical requirements while ensuring work meets project plans, specifications, and applicable IBC standards.
Serve as a key point of contact for clients and contractors, attending project meetings and site visits to understand needs, address concerns, communicate progress, and keep projects moving forward.
Provide technical direction in the field, review inspection and testing documentation, and coach technicians and engineers to promote accurate work, thorough reporting, and consistent quality.
Prepare and review project reports, proposals, scopes, and estimates, ensuring deliverables are accurate, complete, aligned with client expectations, and delivered on schedule.
Strengthen existing client relationships while identifying new opportunities through networking, industry involvement, and participation in organizations such as ASCE, AGC, and ACEC.
Support marketing initiatives that increase visibility and expand the local business.