CMT Department Manager

NOVA Engineering and Environmental, LLC; Panama City Beach (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Company-paid life insurance

Disability coverage (short/long-term)

401K with company match

Wellness program

Employee Assistance Program

Take-home company vehicle

Job summary

NOVA Engineering is seeking a Department Manager for our Construction Materials Testing and Special Inspections divisions in Panama City Beach and Tallahassee, FL. This role oversees both locations, guiding the Materials department and managing project financials, deliverables, and client satisfaction.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of management experience in CM Testing and SI, a Civil Engineering degree (ABET-accredited, NCEES evaluation preferred), and a strong track record in safety,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant management experience in Construction Materials Testing and Special Inspections.
• Civil Engineering degree from ABET-accredited institution; NCEES evaluation option available (preferred).
• PE license is preferred but not required.
• Strong knowledge of construction materials engineering, testing, inspection and lab management.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety of both departments and lead safety initiatives.
• Oversee construction materials engineering/testing and special inspections for performance and profitability.
• Lead and develop engineers and technicians; monitor performance and growth.
• Maintain project and department financials within budgets.
• Supervise proposal preparation and accurate scoping/pricing for clients.
• Ensure high-quality testing/inspection work in office, lab, and field.
• Train and equip department personnel for safety and efficiency.
• Develop and maintain client relationships and pursue new projects.
• Lead business development including proposal development and client opportunities.
• Ensure reports, proposals, inspections and deliverables are properly prepared and scheduled.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Safety leadership

Client development

Project oversight

Quality assurance

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering degree

NCEES credential evaluation (preferred)

Job description

NOVA Engineering is seeking a Department Manager for our Construction Materials Testing and Special Inspections Divisions in our Panama City Beach and Tallahassee, FL locations. This role will be responsible for both locations for effective management of the Materials department, management of department- or project-level financial metrics, oversight and approval of all projects and project deliverables; and client development and satisfaction.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for overall safety of the two departments and taking an active role in the overall safety leadership in the office.
• Responsible for overall management of the construction materials engineering and testing/special inspection services and projects to ensure performance and profitability.
• Manage a team of engineers and technicians, evaluate and guide their performance, and assist them in their professional development and growth.
• Maintain project and department-level financials within expected goals and budgets.
• Act as senior engineer when appropriate.
• Supervise the preparation of routine proposals and quotations to clients to ensure proper scoping of services, availability of manpower, and pricing.
• Ensure that the testing, engineering and inspection work in the office, laboratory and field are accomplished with high quality and in an orderly and efficient manner.
• Monitor that all department personnel are properly trained, supervised and equipped with the necessary tools and equipment to ensure their personal safety in the office, laboratory, project sites, and in vehicles.
• Work closely with clients to ensure their satisfaction and continually cultivate new projects.
• Lead business development activities including project identification and pursuit, scope of work development, proposal preparation and development of project opportunities with new and existing clients.
• Ensure that reports, proposals, inspections and information are properly prepared and reported, deliverable schedules are maintained, and that routine company administrative policies are followed.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of relevant management experience of Construction Materials Testing and Special Inspections
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field from an ABET-accredited institution, or an equivalent international degree with NCEES credential evaluation, is not required but preferred.
• PE preferred but not required
• Thorough knowledge of construction materials engineering and testing; field inspection and testing; materials engineering consulting; and management of a materials testing/geotechnical laboratory.

Check out our Perks:

In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy the below benefits:

• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental and vision
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Paid time off
• Company-observed paid holidays
• Company paid life insurance for employee, spouse and children
• Company paid short term disability coverage
• Other supplemental benefit offerings including long-term disability, critical illness, accident and identity theft protection
• 401K retirement with company matching of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions
• Wellness program with incentives
• Employee Assistance Program
• Use of take-home Company Vehicle for daily travel to work sites

NOVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. NOVA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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