Department Manager | CMT Services - Charlotte

BUNNELL LAMMONS ENGINEERING; Monroe (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Bunnell-Lammons Engineering, Inc. in Charlotte seeks a Department Manager for the Construction Materials Testing Services group.

You will lead field and laboratory operations, guide staff, and align projects with BLE standards while driving growth in the local market. The role requires a PE license, a Civil Engineering degree, and 8+ years in materials testing or inspections with proven leadership, budgeting, and client development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required; advanced education in construction materials testing and inspection preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in construction materials testing, special inspections, or related engineering consulting.
• Established relationships within the Charlotte metropolitan area strongly preferred.
• Experience managing field-testing programs, laboratory operations, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong working knowledge of ASTM, AASHTO, ACI, ICC, and DOT standards.
• Experience maintaining laboratory accreditations, certifications, and regulatory compliance.
• Participation in BLE’s Senior Professional Program to qualify as final reviewer and manage technical risk.
• Demonstrated experience managing project financial performance, budgeting, profitability, and resource planning.
• Ability to develop strong client relationships and pursue new consulting opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the department’s business development strategy in collaboration with BLE leadership.
• Establish annual business development goals and pursue opportunities with contractors, developers, owners, and public agencies.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Client relations

Project management

Strategic planning

Communication

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

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Overview of Bunnell-Lammons Engineering, Inc.

At Bunnell-Lammons Engineering (BLE), we are committed to delivering exceptional value to our clients through technical excellence, ethical leadership, and outstanding client service. As an employee-owned engineering consulting firm, we believe our greatest strength is our people, and we are committed to creating an environment where employees are empowered to lead, innovate, grow professionally, and make a lasting impact on our clients, our communities, and our firm.

Our values are Clients, Respect, Excellence, Safety, and Trust, which together form the foundation we call C.R.E.S.T. These principles guide how we work together and serve our clients everyday. As BLE continues to expand its geographic footprint and technical capabilities, we are seeking leaders who share our commitment to building strong teams, cultivating lasting client relationships, and shaping the future of our firm.

Position Overview

The Department Manager is a senior leadership role responsible for the operational, financial, and strategic management of the Construction Materials Testing Services Department in the Charlotte metropolitan area. This individual will lead department staff, oversee field and laboratory operations, ensure adherence to corporate standards and policies, manage profit and loss performance, and foster a culture of technical excellence, accountability, and collaboration. The Department Manager will be expected to bring an entrepreneurial mindset to building BLE’s local construction materials testing and special inspections practice, including developing client relationships, leading business development efforts, recruiting and mentoring staff, and expanding the department’s market presence. The Department Manager will also serve as a key liaison between corporate leadership, internal departments, and external clients to support the firm’s growth, client satisfaction, and long‑term success. This position is intended for an experienced construction materials professional who aspires to become an owner and firm‑wide leader within BLE as opportunities arise. As a leader within an employee‑owned firm, this individual will be expected to demonstrate long‑term stewardship and actively contribute to the growth and success of BLE’s Charlotte operations.

Success in this role requires balancing technical excellence, operational leadership, business development, financial performance, and talent development while advancing BLE's strategic objectives.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering required; advanced education or specialized training in construction materials testing and inspection preferred.

Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

8+ years of progressive experience in construction materials testing, special inspections, or related engineering consulting, including technical and operational leadership, project management, staff development, and client and business development.

Established relationships within the Charlotte metropolitan area and surrounding markets strongly preferred.

Demonstrated experience managing field‑testing and inspection programs, laboratory operations, and multidisciplinary teams of technicians, inspectors, project managers, and engineering staff.

Strong working knowledge of applicable ASTM, AASHTO, ACI, ICC, and DOT standards, testing procedures, certification requirements, and quality‑management practices.

Experience maintaining laboratory accreditations, technician certifications, equipment‑calibration programs, and regulatory compliance.

Participation in BLE’s Senior Professional Program will be required to qualify as a final reviewer, execute contracts, and manage technical risk on behalf of the firm.

Demonstrated experience managing project financial performance and familiarity with departmental budgeting, profitability, utilization, and resource planning.

Working knowledge of consulting agreements, project risk management, and contract administration.

Demonstrated ability to develop strong client relationships, generate repeat business, and contribute to the pursuit of new consulting opportunities.

Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and decision‑making skills.

Primary Responsibilities

Business Development & Client Relations

Develop and execute the department’s business development strategy in collaboration with the Charlotte Branch Manager and BLE leadership through strategic client development, market expansion, and long‑term relationship building with contractors, developers, owners, design professionals, and public agencies.

Establish annual business development goals and set