Construction Materials Testing Staff Engineer

Default Brand; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Company cell phone

Use of company vehicle

Job summary

Default Brand is seeking a CMT Engineer in Chesapeake, VA to apply engineering and project management techniques for construction materials testing. The ideal candidate will oversee field observations, mentoring, and technical report preparation while ensuring excellent client relations.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field, with 0-4 years of experience preferred. Employees enjoy a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits including medical insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• 0-4 years of experience in engineering or construction management.
• E.I.T. certification may be present.
• Willingness to participate in background checks and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Review project plans, drawings, and specifications.
• Maintain project budgets and record keeping.
• Communicate with engineers, technicians, and contractors.
• Prepare and review technical reports and letters.
• Perform field observations and site visits.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

Job Category: Engineering

Requisition Number: CONST001918

• Full-Time

Locations

Showing 1 location

Chesapeake
833 Professional Pl W
Chesapeake, VA 23320, USA

We are looking for a CMT Engineer to 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; reviewing project plans and specifications, and preparing and reviewing 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
• Meet multiple and unrelated deadlines
• May supervise and direct engineering technicians, special inspectors and subcontractors
• Perform field observations and site visits, including 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
• Ability to be 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
• Ability to frequently drive to and from work sites; must have a valid driver’s license with a good standing driving record
• May travel overnight

In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, employees enjoy the following 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 plan
• Company cell phone
• Use 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.