Field Operations Lead – Engineering & Testing

Terracon; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Missouri is seeking a Field Supervisor to lead a team of Engineering Technicians performing testing and sampling on client sites or in the office laboratory.

You will oversee daily activities, monitor progress, plan testing, coordinate resources with project managers, ensure safety, and support proposals and cost estimates. A background in geotechnical/materials testing is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline practiced by the Firm including Engineering or Geology preferred.
• Minimum 4-6 years’ relevant experience.
• Minimum 3 years’ supervisory experience.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight to technical field staff in the performance of testing services.
• Provide daily monitoring and progress of current and upcoming projects.
• Maintain project schedule status and communicate with Department Managers, Project Managers and Office Managers on resource requirements and project updates.
• May plan, schedule and dispatch staff to project sites based on skill set, certifications, location, project and priority.
• Regularly communicate with clients to provide up to date information in regard to the company’s ability to meet expected project timelines, client needs for projects and project status.
• Monitor testing to ensure it is completed based on project plans and specifications; provide technical guidance and work direction.
• Lead safety efforts for team and ensure team follows safety rules and guidelines. Responsible for creating and modeling a safe work environment; demonstrates safety practices.
• Promote continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects. Monitor quality standards and practices. Engage APRs on projects at their onset.

Skills

Team supervision

Field testing oversight

Project coordination

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Geology

Minimum 4-6 years’ relevant experience

Minimum 3 years’ supervisory experience

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Terracon in Missouri is seeking a Field Supervisor to lead a team of Engineering Technicians performing testing and sampling on client sites or in the office laboratory.

You will oversee daily activities, monitor progress, plan testing, coordinate resources with project managers, ensure safety, and support proposals and cost estimates. A background in geotechnical/materials testing is preferred.