Construction Material Testing (CMT) Project Manager

Fenagh Engineering and Testing; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Fenagh Engineering & Testing in Austin, TX is seeking an experienced Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Project Manager to oversee projects from proposal to completion, ensuring quality, schedule adherence, budget performance, and client satisfaction.

You will lead field and laboratory personnel, review plans and specifications, manage scopes, budgets, and staffing, and serve as the primary contact for clients and stakeholders while supporting business development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in Construction Materials Testing, geotechnical engineering, or related consulting.
• Minimum 2 years of project management experience.
• Experience reviewing plans, specs, and geotechnical recommendations.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple CMT and inspection projects from proposal to completion.
• Serve as primary client contact and coordinate with contractors, engineers, and stakeholders.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and staffing plans.
• Lead field technicians, inspectors, and laboratory personnel.
• Review field and lab reports for accuracy and timeliness.
• Ensure compliance with ASTM, AASHTO, TxDOT, ICC, and project specs.
• Mentor and develop project engineers and technicians.
• Support business development through client relations and proposals.

Skills

Project management

Client relationship management

Leadership

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Geology, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project scheduling tools

CMT reporting systems

Laboratory information systems

Job description

Fenagh Engineering & Testing provides special inspections, materials testing, and geotechnical engineering services for a wide array of private and public sector clients.

Position Summary

Fenagh Engineering & Testing is seeking an experienced and motivated Construction Materials Testing (CMT) Project Manager to join our growing team in Austin, Texas. The CMT Project Manager will oversee construction materials testing and inspection projects from proposal through completion, ensuring quality, schedule adherence, budget performance, and client satisfaction. This role requires strong project management skills, technical knowledge of construction materials testing, and the ability to lead field and laboratory personnel while serving as a trusted partner to clients and project stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple construction materials testing and inspection projects simultaneously.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, engineers, and project stakeholders.
• Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and staffing plans.
• Coordinate and oversee field technicians, inspectors, laboratory personnel, and subcontractors.
• Review and interpret project plans, specifications, and geotechnical recommendations.
• Monitor project progress, financial performance, and resource utilization.
• Ensure testing and inspection activities comply with applicable ASTM, AASHTO, TxDOT, ICC, and project-specific standards.
• Review and approve field and laboratory reports for accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery.
• Identify project risks and proactively implement solutions to maintain project schedules and budgets.
• Support business development efforts through client relationship management and proposal preparation.
• Conduct project meetings and communicate project status updates to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies and industry regulations.
• Mentor and develop project engineers, technicians, and inspection staff.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Geology, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Construction Materials Testing, geotechnical engineering, special inspections, or related consulting services.
• Minimum of 2 years of project management experience.
• Strong understanding of construction materials testing procedures, including:
• Soil testing
• Aggregate testing
• Structural inspections
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, and client relationships.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred Certifications

• Professional Engineer (PE)
• ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I
• NICET certifications
• ICC certifications
• TxDOT certifications
• Other applicable materials testing and inspection credentials

Technical Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Project scheduling and resource management tools
• Construction management software
• CMT reporting platforms and laboratory information systems
• Ability to review engineering plans, specifications, and testing data