Construction Materials Engineering Technician - S&ME, Inc.

Career Architecture Title: Construction Engineering Technician IV

Job Ad Title: Construction Materials Engineering Technician

Requisition Number: Year-Location#-TBD

Job Summary:

As a Construction Materials Engineering Technician, you will make an impact on the community around you by conducting field and laboratory testing of construction materials (soil, concrete, asphalt, aggregate, etc.). Beyond your technical expertise, you will have the opportunity to work on a variety of high-profile and exciting projects across the construction industry, engage with clients, and drive business development for S&ME's success.

• Review construction plans and specifications to ensure seamless alignment with on-site observations
• Conduct as well as observe testing and inspections of construction materials including soil, concrete, asphalt, and other relevant materials, to ensure compliance with project specifications and industry standards
• Utilize advanced software like Metafield® to document reporting and testing results
• Calibrate equipment to industry standards to ensure precision in testing processes
• Conduct Special Inspection observations to enforce regulatory compliance and quality assurance on projects
• Maintain open communication with stakeholders to foster trust and transparency, driving the success of our projects

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma/GED
• Vocational training, a plus
• 5+ years of experience in construction testing/inspections of soil, concrete, masonry, and/or asphalt materials
• Five (5) or more active certifications:
  • American Concrete Institute (ACI): Field Testing Grade I; Strength Testing Technician; Laboratory Technician
  • International Code Council (ICC): Special Inspector (Reinforced Concrete, Masonry, Soils)
  • DOT Certifications in the fields of Aggregate, Conventional Density, Asphalt, and Concrete

• Effective communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing) using the English language
• Effective math skills with a basic understanding of weight, volume, pressure, and units of measure

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

You are willing and able to perform the physical demands of this position with the use of Company-provided Personal Protective Equipment:

• Working outdoors in varying weather conditions outside normal business hours, as needed
• Walking over rough and uneven terrain, maneuvering field equipment safely, such as a loaded wheelbarrow
• Routinely lifting and carrying 40-50lbs, (field/laboratory samples and equipment)
• Traveling out-of-town and possibly overnight for assignments as needed