Field Operations Lead: Engineering Testing

Terracon; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon is seeking a Supervisor to oversee a team of technical field employees performing testing services.

The role involves directing field staff, managing project schedules, and coordinating with managers and clients to meet timelines. Candidates should have supervisory experience, a technical degree, and a valid driver’s license. Safety leadership and quality monitoring are key components of the role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ supervisory experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or geology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee technical field staff in testing services.
• Monitor project progress and resource needs.
• Maintain project schedules and communicate with managers.
• Plan, schedule and dispatch staff to project sites as needed.
• Communicate with clients on timelines and project status.
• Monitor testing to ensure adherence to plans and specs; provide guidance.
• Lead safety efforts and promote safe work practices.
• Assist in proposals and cost estimates for clients.
• Participate in recruitment of field staff.
• Identify project risks and ensure risk policies are followed.
• Support testing services as needed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Team leadership

Client communication

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or geology

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Terracon is seeking a Supervisor to oversee a team of technical field employees performing testing services.

The role involves directing field staff, managing project schedules, and coordinating with managers and clients to meet timelines. Candidates should have supervisory experience, a technical degree, and a valid driver’s license. Safety leadership and quality monitoring are key components of the role.