CQA Technician / Construction Materials Testing (CMT)

Schnabel Branding Colors; Glen Allen (VA); On-site; USD 26,174 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Employee life & ADD insurance (100%公司付

Short-term disability (100% company‑付)

Long-term disability

401(k) and profit-sharing plan

Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)

Paid time off

9 Paid Holidays

Wellness program

Professional development and tuition

Job summary

The Richmond, VA office of Schnabel Engineering is seeking a CQA Technician / Construction Materials Testing (CMT) to join our growing practice. We are looking for a motivated candidate with attention to detail, a passion to continue to develop as a professional, and a desire to be part of a strong team.

Responsibilities include field observation of geosynthetic containment systems, testing of soil and concrete, data collection with nuclear gauges, and preparing clear reports.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of prior experience on civil construction projects
• High school diploma
• Valid Driver’s License
• Excellent mathematical computation skills
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Attention to detail and well-organized
• Ability to work independently or as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Willingness to travel and work outdoors year-round
• Must be able to lift 50–75 pounds and navigate construction sites

Responsibilities

• Field observation and documentation of construction activities for geosynthetic containment systems and related structures
• Observe subgrade prep, excavation, backfill, soil improvement, compaction, concrete placement, paving and other construction
• Test construction materials including soil, concrete, asphalt, masonry, grout, fireproofing, steel
• Collect data and troubleshoot instrumentation including nuclear gauges
• Prepare reports documenting observations and test results
• Communicate observations and test results with contractors and engineers

Skills

Mathematics

Attention to detail

Oral and written communication

Independent work

Outdoor work

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Nuclear gauge

Hand tools

Job description

Requisition Number: EXPER002283

• Posted : July 13, 2026
• Full-Time

Locations

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Description

Schnabel is an employee-owned, professional engineering and consulting firm that focuses on solving problems related to the earth and environment through specialization in geotechnical, geostructural, tunnel, and dam engineering. Schnabel’s high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the communities in which we live are a vital part of who we are. Schnabel is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm with 700+ employees in 31 offices throughout the United States.

Recognized by CE News as one of the Best Engineering Firms to Work for, Schnabel provides employees with a competitive benefits package including maternity leave, tuition reimbursement for continuing education, health, dental, life and disability insurance and a wellness program. As an employee-owned company, through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan, Schnabel employees directly benefit from the success of our growing firm.

Benefit options

• Medical insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee life & ADD insurance (100% company-paid)
• Short-term disability (100% company-paid)
• Long-term disability
• Supplemental life insurance
• 401(k) and profit-sharing plan
• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
• Paid time off
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Wellness program
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement

Job Description

Are you looking for interesting and meaningful work, a fun and flexible atmosphere, and opportunities to learn, grow, and excel? If so, then welcome to Schnabel! We approach problems with creativity and innovation. The Richmond, VA office of Schnabel Engineering is seeking a CQA Technician / Construction Materials Testing (CMT) to join our growing practice. We are looking for a motivated candidate with attention to detail, a passion to continue to develop as a professional, and a desire to be part of a strong team.

Job Responsibilities

• Field observation and documentation of construction activities for geosynthetic containment systems including geomembrane liners, geosynthetic clay liners, geocomposite, and geotextiles for impoundment structures and solid waste facilities.
• Field observation and documentation of construction activities for structures, roads, parking areas, utilities, retaining walls, and other construction. Activities to be observed include subgrade preparation, excavation, backfill placement, sub-base placement, soil improvement, compaction, concrete placement, paving, and specialty construction
• Testing of construction materials including soil, concrete, asphalt, masonry, grout, fireproofing, structural steel, and reinforcing steel
• Collect data, maintain, and troubleshoot instrumentation, including nuclear gauges and other testing equipment
• Preparation of reports documenting observations and test results
• Communication with contractors and engineers to discuss observations and test results

Required Skills/Experience

• 1+ years of prior experience on civil construction projects
• High school degree
• Valid Driver’s License
• Excellent mathematic computational skills
• Possess good oral and written communication skills
• Attention to detail and well-organized
• Ability to work independently or as part of a multi-disciplinary, multi-office team
• Strong professional work ethic and desire to perform at a high level
• Interest in working outdoors and on construction sites, at all times of the year
• Basic understanding of, and the ability to use hand tools
• Must be able to lift 50 - 75 pounds on an occasional basis and be physically able to negotiate construction sites, climb ladders and work outside
• Ability to travel daily and/or stay out of town as needed to support construction projects

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Prior experience with construction quality assurance (CQA) of geosynthetic containment systems
• Education and/or prior experience related to civil construction, earth science, remediation, or other civil/environmental engineering related fields
• Advanced Knowledge of Soil, Concrete, and Geosynthetic Laboratory testing

Other Requirements

• Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record, and credit check
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening

The compensation range for an Engineering Technician is between $19/hr to $25/hr. Compensation for this position may vary based on geographic location and other factors. We remain committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation to all employees, regardless of their location.

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