Construction Materials Project Manager

S&ME Inc.; Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Plans

Wellness Program

Pet Insurance

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)

Mentorship & Career Development Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Company Vehicle & Fuel Card

$2,000 Employee Referral Bonuses

Job summary

S&ME Inc. is seeking a Construction Materials Project Manager to oversee CMT and Special Inspection projects from kickoff through closeout in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing projects, overseeing technical execution, and fostering client relationships, ensuring the quality and compliance of construction materials.

This full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits including medical plans, a 401(k) plan, and a 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of professional experience.
• Experience in Construction Materials Testing and Special Inspection is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of ACI, ASTM, AASHTO standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage Construction Materials Testing projects from kickoff to closeout.
• Collaborate with clients and contractors through meetings and visits.
• Mentor team members on accurate testing and quality reporting.

Skills

Construction Materials Testing (CMT)

Project Management

Technical Reporting

Communication Skills

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or related Engineering discipline

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Construction Materials Project Manager

Requisition Number: 2026-1630-06

S&M E is seeking a Construction Materials Project Engineer Project Manager to join our Construction Services team in our Myrtle Beach, South Carolina office. If you're an experienced Project Manager specializing in Construction Materials Testing (CMT) and Special Inspection (SI) who's ready to take on more complex projects, expand your technical and leadership skills, and work with a fun, collaborative team, we'd love to hear from you.

As a Construction Materials Project Engineer Project Manager, you will lead projects from kickoff through closeout, ensuring quality, compliance, and client satisfaction throughout each phase. You'll play a key role in driving project success by overseeing technical execution, mentoring field and engineering staff, and fostering strong client and contractor relationships. Your work directly contributes to construction quality, structural integrity, and long-term project performance. Through a balance of project management, field oversight, technical expertise, and business development, you will help advance operational excellence and support the continued growth of the organization.

Your Day-to-Day:

• Project Leadership & Execution: Manage CMT and Special Inspection projects from start to finish, including budgeting, scheduling, resource coordination, and technical oversight, while ensuring compliance with plans, specifications, and IBC requirements.
• Client & Contractor Collaboration: Work closely with clients and contractors through meetings and site visits to confirm project requirements, review progress, and maintain strong, service-driven relationships.
• Technical Oversight & Mentorship: Lead inspections, review field documentation, and mentor technicians and engineers to ensure accurate testing, quality reporting, and adherence to project specifications.
• Reporting, Proposals & Quality Control: Oversee reports, proposals, scopes of work, and cost estimates to ensure accuracy, alignment with project needs, and timely delivery.
• Business Development & Networking: Build and maintain client relationships, participate in industry organizations (e.g., ASCE, AGC, ACEC), and support marketing efforts to grow local market presence and generate new opportunities.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or a related Engineering discipline
• Minimum of 4 years of professional experience
  • Construction Materials Testing (CMT) and Special Inspection (SI) experience, a plus
  • 2 years in a project management role, a plus
• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required
• Professional Engineer (PE) license, preferred, or the ability to obtain within the future
  • Active ICC, ACI, and DOT certifications, a plus
• Strong working knowledge of applicable ACI, ASTM, AASHTO, DOT standards, and IBC Special Inspections requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
• Ability to develop, review, and deliver accurate technical reports and project documentation

Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options
• Wellness Program - $50 off per month on your 2027 premiums!
• Pet Insurance
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with a 5% company contribution
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) - with rollover options
• Paid Maternity & Parental Leave
• Mentorship & Career Development Programs
• Credential Incentive Program - get rewarded for advancing your skills
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Program
• Company Vehicle & Fuel Card - for project-based roles
• $2,000 Employee Referral Bonuses - and more!

This full-time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&M reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk‑ins are accepted.