Construction Materials Testing Engineering Intern / Engineer Trainee

Quartet ENG; Houston (TX); Vor Ort; USD 25.000 - 39.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Paid certifications

Mentorship by PEs

Advancement path to Texas PE

Zusammenfassung

Quartet ENG in Houston, TX seeks an Engineering Intern/Trainee to learn construction QA on active job sites and in the A2LA-accredited lab. You will perform soils, concrete, asphalt, and masonry tests alongside senior technicians and support managers with reporting and client communication.

Full-time trainees follow a structured path toward EIT, Texas PE, and a CMT Project Manager role, with mentorship from licensed engineers and hands-on experience across transport, public works, and commercial

Qualifikationen

• Enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s program in Construction Management, Construction Science, Civil Engineering, or related field; junior standing or higher.
• BS in CM/CS/CE or related field completed within the past 2 years; MS degree preferred.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Ability to read construction drawings and specifications.
• Willingness to work outdoors on construction sites in all weather; some early mornings, nights, or weekends.

Aufgaben

• Perform field density and moisture testing of soils and base with nuclear gauge and sand cone methods.
• Sample and test fresh concrete for slump, air content, temperature, and unit weight; manage cylinders/beams per ASTM.
• Observe reinforcing steel, formwork, pier installation, and asphalt placement under supervision.
• Conduct laboratory tests including Proctor, Atterberg limits, sieve analysis, and compressive strength.
• Prepare daily field reports, test data sheets, and lab reports; input data into management system.
• Review results against project specs and flag non-conformances to project managers.
• Assist project managers with scheduling, setup, spec review, proposals, and client communication.
• Support laboratory quality tasks: calibration checks, proficiency testing, and accreditation records.

Kenntnisse

Excel

MS Office

Reading drawings

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management / Construction Science / Civil Engineering

Jobbeschreibung

Houston, Texas

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About This Role

The CMT Engineering Intern / Engineer Trainee learns construction quality assurance from the ground up on active job sites and in our A2LA-accredited laboratory. You will perform soils, concrete, asphalt, and masonry testing alongside senior technicians, review results against project specifications, and support project managers with reporting, scheduling, and client communication. Full-time trainees follow a structured path that combines field certifications with project management and engineering responsibility, leading toward EIT, Texas PE, and a CMT Project Manager role.

Responsibilities

Perform field density and moisture testing of soils and base with nuclear gauge and sand cone methods, and compare results to Proctor references.

Sample and test fresh concrete for slump, air content, temperature, and unit weight; cast, cure, and deliver cylinders and beams per ASTM C31 and C172.

Observe and document reinforcing steel, formwork, pier installation, structural steel, masonry, and asphalt placement under the direction of senior technicians and inspectors.

Perform laboratory tests including Proctor, Atterberg limits, sieve analysis, and compressive strength of concrete cylinders, cores, grout, and masonry prisms.

Prepare daily field reports, test data sheets, and laboratory reports, and enter data into the firm's field data management system.

Review test results against project specifications, ACI, ASTM, TxDOT, and IBC Chapter 17 requirements, and flag non-conformances to the project manager.

Assist project managers with technician scheduling, project setup, specification review, proposal preparation, and client correspondence.

Support laboratory quality tasks: equipment calibration checks, proficiency sample testing, and records required for A2LA accreditation.

Follow the company health and safety program and site-specific safety requirements.

Requirements

Required qualifications

Interns: currently enrolled in a bachelor's or master's program in Construction Management, Construction Science, Civil Engineering, or Civil Engineering Technology at an accredited university, junior standing or above.

Trainees: Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, Construction Science, Civil Engineering, or a related field completed within the past 2 years. A master's degree in Construction Management or Construction Engineering and Management is preferred.

Minimum GPA of 3.0.

Coursework in construction materials, concrete, soils, or construction quality control.

Working knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Office and ability to read construction drawings and specifications.

Willingness to work outdoors on construction sites in all weather, including early mornings and occasional nights or weekends for concrete pours.

Valid Texas driver's license with a clean driving record and ability to pass a background check and drug screen.

Authorization to work in the United States.
Preferred qualifications

Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or FE exam passed, or scheduled to take the FE within 6 months (civil engineering graduates).

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I, Nuclear Gauge Safety, or OSHA 10-Hour Construction certification.

Familiarity with TxDOT specifications, ACI 318, ASTM test methods, or IBC special inspection requirements.

Prior internship or co-op with a CMT, geotechnical, general contractor, or construction management firm.

Interest in pursuing NICET, ICC Special Inspector, or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credentials.

Bilingual English and Spanish.

What you will gain

Paid ACI Grade I, Nuclear Gauge Safety, OSHA, and TxDOT certifications in your first year, with NICET and ICC certifications as you progress.

Direct mentorship from licensed professional engineers and experienced project managers, with documented experience toward Texas PE licensure for engineering graduates.

Hands-on experience across transportation, public works, industrial, commercial, and residential construction.

A clear advancement path from Engineer Trainee to Project Engineer to CMT Project Manager, with the opportunity to help grow our Brazos Valley office.

Physical requirements and work environment

Primarily field-based in all weather with time in the laboratory and office. Must be able to lift and carry 75 pounds (concrete cylinders and nuclear gauge), stand and walk for extended periods on uneven terrain, climb ladders, and wear personal protective equipment. Daily travel to job sites in the Houston area or Brazos Valley.