Construction Materials Project Professional

S&ME•Atlanta, GA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

S&ME is seeking a Construction Materials Project Professional to join our Construction Services team in our Atlanta, Georgia office. At S&ME, we have a history of delivering innovative geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction material testing for over 50 years. Our commitment to technical excellence and integrity has established us as a leader in our field. As a Construction Materials Project Professional, you will lead projects from kickoff through closeout, ensuring quality, compliance, and client satisfaction throughout each phase. You'll play a key role in driving project success by overseeing technical execution, mentoring field and engineering staff, and fostering strong relationships with clients and contractors. Your work directly contributes to construction quality, structural integrity, and long-term project performance. Through a balance of project management, field oversight, technical expertise, and business development, you will help advance operational excellence and support the continued growth of the organization.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or a similar technical field
Minimum of 4 years of professional experience in Construction Materials Testing (CMT) and Special Inspection (SI) experience
Active Construction Materials industry certifications, such as: American Concrete Institute (ACI): Field Testing Grade I; Strength Testing Technician; Laboratory Technician and/or International Code Council (ICC): Special Inspector (Reinforced Concrete, Masonry, Soils)
Strong working knowledge of applicable ACI, ASTM, AASHTO, DOT standards, and IBC Special Inspections requirements
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong attention to detail
Ability to develop, review, and deliver accurate technical reports and project documentation
Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements.
Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered.

Nice To Haves

Construction Materials Testing (CMT) and Special Inspection (SI) experience, a plus

Responsibilities

Manage CMT and Special Inspection projects from start to finish, including budgeting, scheduling, resource coordination, and technical oversight, while ensuring compliance with plans, specifications, and IBC requirements.
Work closely with clients and contractors through meetings and site visits to confirm project requirements, review progress, and maintain strong service-driven relationships.
Lead inspections, review field documentation, and mentor technicians and engineers to ensure accurate testing, quality reporting, and adherence to project specifications.
Oversee reports, proposals, scopes of work, and cost estimates to ensure accuracy, alignment with project needs, and timely delivery.
Build and maintain client relationships, participate in industry organizations (e.g., ASCE, AGC, ACEC), and support marketing efforts to grow local market presence and generate new opportunities.