Construction Materials Testing Project Manager - Washington, D.C.

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401k with company match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Job summary

Hillis-Carnes Engineering Associates is seeking a Project Manager in Washington, D.C. The ideal candidate will manage construction materials testing services for both commercial and residential projects and ensure efficient operation.

Responsibilities include coordination and supervision of technician staff, on-site inspections, and client communication. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, or Geology.

A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including 401k and employee stock ownership.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of field or project management experience in Geotechnical Engineering or Construction Project Management.
• Experience estimating and determining labor requirements for construction projects.
• Business development experience and ability to interact with clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage construction materials testing services for land development projects.
• Coordinate and supervise technician staff for various construction testing.
• Perform on-site project inspections for soil, concrete, and steel.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Estimating labor requirements

Managing construction/field staff

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, or Geology

Tools

Construction materials testing certifications (ACI, NECEPT, ICC)

Job description

Hillis-Carnes Capitol Services (HCCS) is a multi-disciplined ENR Top 500 engineering firm with 20 offices in the mid-Atlantic. We have a demonstrated history of success for the past 35 years. We are 100% employee-owned ESOP and our history of success can be attributed to our motivation employee owner. We believe in fostering teamwork, rewarding ambition, and providing opportunities for professional advancement.

We are seeking a Project Manager in our Washington, D.C. office. Candidate must be dependable, enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and able to multi‑task while working in a fast‑paced environment.

Assignments will include management of construction materials testing services for commercial and residential land development projects. Construction materials testing project duties will include management, coordination, supervision, review, and direction of technician staff for earthwork, concrete, foundation, masonry, steel, EIFS, and pavement construction testing. Prepare and submit bids and proposals and attend pre‑bid meetings. Efficiently perform on‑site project inspections including, but not limited to, soil bearing and compaction tests, concrete, and steel inspections. Meet with clients and attend site meetings, as necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, Civil Engineering, or Geology is preferred.
• Preferred 3-5 years of field or project management experience in Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing, or Construction Project Management
• Engineer in Training or Registered Professional Engineer preferred but not required.
• Experience managing a construction project backlog between $1-3 million.
• Experience estimating, specifically determining labor requirements for various types of construction projects.
• Some business development experience is a plus and must be able to interact/communicate with clients.
• Experience managing construction/field staff a plus.
• Specialty construction testing certifications a plus (ACI, NECEPT, ICC)
• Perform other duties as required to assist the Branch Manager in running a successful operation.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, 401k w/company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Employee Assistance Plan and much more!

Hillis-Carnes is proudly an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Minorities and Women are encouraged to apply for this position.