Construction Materials Testing Staff Engineer

Default Brand; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive group medical insurance

Professional growth opportunities

Paid time off

Company-observed paid holidays

401(k) retirement plan

Company cell phone

Company vehicle for site visits

Job summary

Froehling & Robertson, Inc. is looking for a CMT Engineer in Charlotte, NC. The role involves applying engineering techniques for construction materials testing and inspections. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Civil Engineering and possess strong communication skills.

Benefits include comprehensive medical insurance, opportunities for growth, and paid time off. Join a company committed to mutual respect and a positive work environment.

Qualifications

• 0-4 years of experience in related roles.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record required.
• Ability to participate in pre-employment screenings.

Responsibilities

• Perform field observations and inspections.
• Review project plans and specifications.
• Prepare and review technical reports.
• Maintain excellent client relations.

Skills

Strong oral and written communication skills

Excellent customer service skills

Ability to work independently and in a team

Self-motivated and organized

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Category: Engineering

Requisition Number: CONST001921

Full-Time

Locations

Charlotte, 3300 International Airport Dr, Suite 600, Charlotte, NC 28208, USA

Company Overview

Froehling & Robertson, Inc. (F&R) has been proudly engineering stability in the country since 1881. In addition to being one of the oldest independent testing/engineering companies, F&R is also a minority-owned business offering competitive compensation and benefits and a positive work environment designed around the philosophy of mutual respect for all. Our shared F&R/Employee values include: Safe & Healthy Work Environment, Value & Respect for F&R Employees and Clients, Trustworthiness, Technical Excellence, Continuous Improvement, and Financial Success.

We're always on the lookout for enthusiastic individuals who are not afraid to get their boots and hard hats a little dirty from an honest day's work.

Who we are looking for

The CMT Engineer will apply standard engineering and project management techniques to provide construction materials testing and special inspection services under the supervision of experienced engineers and project managers. This may include performing field observations and inspections; communicating with and mentoring engineering technicians and inspectors; meeting with clients and contractors; review of project plans and specifications, and the preparation and review of reports for services provided.

What you’ll be doing

• Review project plans, drawings, specifications, reports and other project data
• Maintain project budgets, record keeping, materials testing, and inspections
• Communicate with other engineers, technicians, special inspectors, administrative personnel, sub-consultants and contractors
• Prepare and review technical reports and letters
• Satisfy multiple and unrelated deadlines
• May supervise and direct engineering technicians, special inspectors and subcontractors
• Perform field observations and site visits. Field work will include meeting with F&R employees, clients and contractors to assess construction status and progress. Prepare field reports for all site visits and meetings
• Perform field testing and inspecting of soil, foundations, concrete, asphalt, and other construction materials at locations across our service area
• Review field reports prepared by technicians and inspectors
• Ensure project reports are completed and submitted timely
• Ensure accuracy for all items related to billing for projects
• Maintain excellent client relations by responding promptly, etc.
• Provide input relative to needs of client to Project Manager
• Other duties as assigned

What you need to have

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering Technologies, or a related field.
• Typically 0-4 years of experience
• May have E.I.T.
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Excellent people and customer service skills
• Ability to work in an independent or team environment
• Self-motivated and performance driven
• Highly organized individual
• Must be willing to participate in and pass F&R’s pre-employment screening including a background investigation, drug screening and driving record
• Must have valid driver’s license with good standing driving record and must frequently drive to and from work sites
• May travel overnight

Benefits

• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and life
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Paid time off
• Company‑observed paid holidays
• Short and long‑term disability coverage
• 401(k) retirement
• Company Cell Phone
• Usage of company vehicle when traveling to sites/labs, etc.

We extend equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other reason protected by federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

F&R participates in the USCIS E-Verify Program to verify that all new hires are authorized to work in the United States.

EOE M/F/D/V/SO. Drug Free Workplace.