CMT Senior Technician

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Well-being programs

Support for families

Job summary

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc. is seeking a CMT Senior Technician in Richmond, VA. This position involves environmental testing of materials, including soil, water, and air. Key responsibilities include performing field tests, monitoring compliance on job sites, and managing project documentation. Candidates should possess a high school diploma or equivalent and significant relevant experience. Strong skills in Microsoft Office, teamwork, and communication are essential. Attractive benefits and career growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and a minimum of four years of applicable experience.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software programs.
• Strong mathematical background with geometry and algebra skills.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform field and on-site laboratory tests on construction materials.
• Monitor client job sites for compliance with contract documents.
• Prepare daily field reports, construction schedules, and project documentation.
• Coordinate and delegate CQA monitoring tasks to team members.

Skills

Field testing

Data compilation

Construction monitoring

Technical specification interpretation

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED with relevant experience

Associate degree or college diploma

Bachelor’s degree in science or related field

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Overview

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better?

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a CMT Senior Technician in our Richmond, VA, Blue Bell PA or Philadelphia, PA office. The position will coordinate and collect samples of diverse materials including, but not limited to, soil, sediment, water, and air for environmental tests. Compile construction quality assurance (CQA) monitoring data and oversee CQA program implementation related to waste containment facility construction projects.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public‑sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well‑being programs to support you and your family.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform field and on‑site laboratory tests on materials used in construction and track appropriate construction material testing frequencies;
• Monitor activities on client job sites to assure compliance with relevant contract documents (e.g. technical specifications, construction drawings, sampling plans, CQA plans etc.);
• Provide CQA monitoring, groundwater sampling, soil and geosynthetics sampling, air monitoring, and contractor oversight on several types of construction and/or environmental activities on construction sites and develop understanding of construction management responsibilities;
• Prepare individual daily field reports, weekly construction schedules and progress reports, meeting agendas, meeting minutes, testing and monitoring logs, and related project documentation (i.e. field forms or as part of the database system) in a legible, accurate, and timely manner consistent with company policies;
• Assure the project documentation is correct, complete, neat, and consistent with the company’s policies and procedures;
• Interact with project personnel, including contractors/subcontractors, project managers, engineers and clients, and assist in cultivating an integrated team approach through open lines of communications and participation in work progress meetings;
• Coordinate and delegate CQA monitoring tasks to subordinate Technicians and Senior Technicians and provide guidance regarding the interpretation of technical specifications, construction drawings, and the testing of construction materials;
• Mentor, guide, and train subordinate Technicians and Senior Technicians, as needed;
• Observe the performance of Technicians and Senior Technicians and relay feedback upon project completion to employee’s supervisor and/or Project Manager; and
• Perform related work as required.
• Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and a minimum of four (4) years (6+ preferred) of applicable experience, an associate degree or college diploma and a minimum of two (2) years of applicable experience, or a bachelor’s degree in science, construction management, engineering, physical science, environmental science, or related subjects.(required)
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word software programs. (required)
• Strong mathematical background with the ability to perform calculations in basic geometry and use of algebra. (required)
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, be self‑motivated and possess a strong work ethic. (required)
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 49 pounds unaided and 50‑100 pounds with assistance and/or proper engineering controls.(required)
• Ability to speak and hear, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. (required)
• Regular field work and overnight travel. (required)
• Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client‑driven drug and background testing. (required)
• Valid U.S. driver’s license, satisfactory driving record, and reliable transportation, for business travel. (required)