Field Operations Supervisor – Engineering & Testing

Terracon; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon in Mississippi seeks a supervisor to oversee a team of Engineering Technicians performing materials testing and related field services at client sites and in the company laboratory.

You will provide day-to-day direction, monitor project progress, coordinate scheduling, ensure safety compliance, and participate in training, proposals, and cost estimates for upcoming work. Attention to quality and client communication is essential to meet project timelines and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or geology preferred.
• Minimum 4-6 years of relevant experience.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience.
• Valid driver’s license 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 management on resource requirements.
• Plan, schedule and dispatch staff to project sites based on skill set and location.
• Communicate with clients about project status and timelines.
• Lead safety efforts and promote a safe work environment.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Project monitoring

Team coordination

Communication

Safety leadership

Training and development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or geology

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Terracon in Mississippi seeks a supervisor to oversee a team of Engineering Technicians performing materials testing and related field services at client sites and in the company laboratory.

You will provide day-to-day direction, monitor project progress, coordinate scheduling, ensure safety compliance, and participate in training, proposals, and cost estimates for upcoming work. Attention to quality and client communication is essential to meet project timelines and standards.