Construction Services Department Manager - Construction Materials Testing

Intertek USA; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Vacation / Sick time (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Intertek is seeking a Construction Services Department Manager in Tampa, FL to oversee the CMT and civil engineering projects, mentor technicians, staff, and engineers, and drive profitability and quality across the department.

The role includes business development, client relations, and ensuring safety practices while coordinating with Intertek-PSI within the Building and Construction division in the Tampa area.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering is required.
• 5+ years leadership/management and/or project management experience in Construction Materials Testing and/or Geotechnical.
• Internal PMCP completion within 6 months of hire.
• Prior personnel management, hiring and training experience required.
• Enhanced computer skills and the ability to communicate effectively (verbal & written).
• May travel up to 15% of time.
• Valid Driver's License and reliable driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee the profit center’s growth, profitability, cost control, and client relations.
• Engage in business development and collections activities.
• Lead staff to achieve quality, safety, and production targets.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on job duties.
• Enforce company policies and procedures.
• Oversee internal quality program and accreditation; recruit, hire and onboard staff.
• Monitor progress toward department goals; manage projects as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Customer focus

Quality driven

Travel willingness

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Project management software

Job description

Construction Services Department Manager – Construction Materials Testing - Tampa, Florida

Intertek, a Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) and leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s leading brands and companies, is actively seeking a Department Manager to join our Professional Services Industries Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in Tampa, FL. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.

Intertek's Building and Construction division is a suite of Intertek brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture, engineering and construction disciplines, developing the most innovative product and project solutions. Intertek's project-related assurance, testing, inspection and consulting services are the risk management and quality assurance partner you need to ensure the reliability, safety and performance of your new developments, existing assets and facilities.

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of construction assurance, testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

What are we looking for?

The Construction Services Department Manager will support the Building and Construction business by overseeing the CMT and civil engineering projects and mentoring technicians, staff, and engineers.

Salary & Benefits Information

Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skillset, experience, qualifications, and other job-related duties.

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.

What you’ll do:

Responsible for the overall management of a profit center including:

• Planning, growth, profitability, cost control, employee development, quality control, and client relations
• Position includes business development and collections activities
• Leads employees to achieve optimal quality, safety, and production
• Provide training and guidance to employees related to their job duties
• Enforces company policies and procedures
• Oversees management of internal quality program and accreditation
• Manages recruitment, hiring and onboarding process
• Monitors progress towards department goals
• Perform project management related duties
• Must be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the duties defined above.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering isrequired
• 5+ years of leadership, management, and/or project management experience in Construction Materials Testing and/or Geotechnical isrequired
• Internal PMCP completion within 6 months of hire
• Prior personnel management, hiring and training experience required
• Enhanced Computer Skills
• Must be customer focused and quality driven
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal & written communication
• May travel up to 15% of time
• Valid Driver's License and reliable driving record required

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• Previous staff management experience and P&L responsibilities highly preferred
• Multi-sector (private, municipal, FDOT) experience preferred
• Florida P.E. License is highly preferred
• CMT certifications preferred
• P&L, and basic accounting experience is preferred
• Sales, marketing, and client management experience preferred

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer‑focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug‑free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre‑employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek’s network of phenomenal peopleare our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email [e-mail] or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.