Senior CMT Project Engineer

Universal Engineering Sciences • Dallas, TX

151d • Remote

About The Position

At UES, we're a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose-to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Construction Materials Testing Engineer with extensive knowledge of TxDOT standards and specifications. This role involves overseeing field and laboratory testing of construction materials, providing technical guidance, managing quality assurance programs, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations for transportation infrastructure projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related field (Master's preferred).
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the state of Texas required.
• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in construction materials testing, with significant experience on TxDOT projects.
• Hold all applicable TXDOT precertifications for materials testing.
• Deep understanding of TxDOT manuals, test methods (TxDOT 100 series and beyond), and specifications.
• Proficient in standard software tools such as MS Office; experience with LIMS, SiteManager, or other project tracking systems is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced construction environment.

Nice To Haves

• Certifications such as ACI, NICET, or TxAPA are highly desirable.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams on TxDOT or other DOT projects is preferred.
• Knowledge of pavement design, geotechnical engineering principles, and materials failure analysis is preferred.
• Familiarity with ISO 17025 accreditation requirements is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage field and laboratory testing of construction materials including soil, asphalt, concrete, aggregates, and steel in accordance with TxDOT, ASTM, and AASHTO standards.
• Ensure projects meet quality control and quality assurance (QC/QA) criteria set by TxDOT.
• Oversee technicians and junior engineers, reviewing test results and providing technical mentorship.
• Prepare and review technical reports, field inspection logs, and laboratory results.
• Interface with TxDOT inspectors, contractors, and project managers to resolve construction issues and ensure adherence to design specifications.
• Participate in pre-construction meetings and progress meetings as the subject matter expert on materials testing.
• Maintain current knowledge of TxDOT materials specifications, test procedures, and updates.
• Coordinate with third-party labs and internal teams for specialized testing or investigations.
• Review and develop technical specifications, construction documents, and cost estimates.
• Serve as a technical liaison with clients, subcontractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Support proposal development and provide input on scopes, schedules, and budgets.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree