Traveling Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Operations Supervisor

Braun Intertec Corporation•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

Braun Intertec is seeking an Operations Supervisor to help lead its traveling Construction Materials Testing (CMT) operations on mission-critical projects. The role can be based at one of the company’s Texas locations, with San Antonio or Dallas preferred. The supervisor leads traveling technicians and special inspectors, supports field testing and inspection work, and has ultimate ownership of technical success for the field aspects of projects. Extended stays at job sites may be required, and travel may reach 50–60%, sometimes with short notice. The position combines staff leadership, field operations, quality control, safety, equipment and fleet oversight, and coordination with consulting and regional operations teams. The supervisor also helps develop CMT policies and best practices, supports business objectives, and communicates business intelligence gathered while performing services. Compensation is listed as $73,000–$109,000. Braun Intertec offers medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401(k) plan, PTO, an Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), paid holidays, and company-provided training and mentoring to help employees expand their skills and certifications. New hires must complete a pre-employment drug screen, criminal background check, and motor vehicle report.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; minimum requirement.
At least 5 years of experience in materials testing or construction.
ACI Field Level I Certification.
Nuclear Density Gauge Certification.
Experience in materials testing.
Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Strong leadership skills and a positive attitude.
Responsible, hardworking, driven, and takes ownership of work.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
Willingness to travel up to 50–60%, sometimes with short notice.
Excellent construction-document reading and interpretation skills.
Understanding of and experience performing field testing and special inspections related to soils, concrete, and masonry on commercial and public projects.
Computer aptitude and ability to adapt to company systems.
Understanding of safety matrices and expectations.
Willingness and ability to obtain required ICC certifications as necessary and within a reasonable timeframe.

Nice To Haves

Technical school or college coursework.
Post-secondary degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management.

Responsibilities

Lead, supervise, mentor, train, and assist with hiring traveling technicians and special inspectors.
Conduct scheduled performance reviews to encourage and recognize improved performance, and prepare subordinates for promotional opportunities and increased responsibilities.
Assist office leadership and the CMT Operations team in developing and implementing CMT policies and best practices and setting direction for the CMT group.
Perform routine to complex field inspections and testing of construction materials to verify conformance with construction plans and specifications.
Prepare complete and accurate daily reports on observation activities in a timely manner.
Communicate and implement safe work practices, support company safety policy, and conduct safety audits of field staff as needed.
Work with the management team to execute goals and business objectives.
Coordinate with schedulers and other regional operations teams to share resources and manage workloads.
Evaluate assigned personnel on an ongoing basis through personal contact with clients.
Work with consulting staff representatives to prepare proposals.
Review the quality of testing and inspection performed by assigned staff and identify, investigate, and resolve internal and external project quality issues.
Coordinate and communicate with consulting-group members about project progress and issues.
Take ultimate ownership of technical success for the field aspects of projects.
Make extended stays at job sites as required.
Manage and maintain field and laboratory equipment, including calibrations, and support laboratory-accreditation activities.
Assist in managing local fleet vehicles, including planning, maintenance, and stewardship.
Collect and communicate business intelligence gathered while performing services with members of the consulting team.