Construction Services Manager

Universal Engineering Sciences • Pineville, NC

21h

About The Position

The Construction Services Manager leads a construction materials testing (CMT) operation and a team of approximately 70 professionals across field and project management functions. The manager oversees daily operations, project execution, client delivery, financial performance, staffing strategy, and business development. The role balances operational excellence and financial performance while building client relationships, developing future leaders, and supporting regional growth. It involves collaboration with executive leadership, project managers, engineers, clients, contractors, and other stakeholders in a fast-paced environment where priorities may shift. Travel of up to 20% is expected, primarily regionally, with occasional overnight stays. Work is primarily outdoors and may involve field sites, laboratory and field equipment, PPE, rugged or uneven terrain, varying weather, and exposure to noise, dirt, dust, chemicals, sun, heat, and humidity.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction, architecture, engineering, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in a construction management role.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Solid understanding of construction methods, building compliance, and safety regulations.
• Comfort with technology and familiarity with construction management software programs.
• Leadership skills, including task delegation and staff management.
• Knowledge of basic accounting procedures, financial projections, and project budgets.
• Decision-making, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Strong conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to lift and carry 35 to 75 pounds over distances up to 75 feet and perform regular repetitive motion.
• Ability to stand, walk, drive, and operate laboratory and field equipment for extended periods.
• Ability to perform physical activities such as bending, twisting, reaching, stooping, pulling, kneeling, climbing, balancing, lifting, carrying, and pushing.
• Ability to communicate effectively in laboratory and field environments, often while using PPE.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) certification.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain one.
• Experience in construction materials testing (CMT), geotechnical engineering, field services, or related consulting environments.
• Experience managing large teams and multiple concurrent projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a large multidisciplinary team focused on construction materials testing and field services.
• Drive operational performance, utilization, backlog management, revenue growth, and profitability.
• Partner with clients, contractors, engineers, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality project outcomes.
• Provide technical and strategic guidance on complex projects and proposals.
• Build client relationships and identify opportunities for additional services and market expansion.
• Mentor emerging leaders and foster accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee project planning, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and resource allocation.
• Champion safety, quality, and operational excellence across the business.
• Support clients in the field, visit project sites, and collaborate with teams across the region.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager