Field Supervisor

UES, Inc.; Merriam (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

UES, Inc. is seeking a hands‑on Field Supervisor to lead and grow its Construction Materials Testing team in the Kansas City market. You will mentor technicians, maintain high safety standards, and ensure daily field operations run smoothly with strong leadership and technical guidance.

The role emphasizes developing people, coordinating staffing, and keeping projects on track through practical judgment and reliability. Travel and field presence are expected to support project needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with a welding certificate program or vocational training
• 5+ years of experience in field operations with valid driver’s license
• Active ICC Certifications or EIT licensure, CWI certification preferred
• Strong mathematical, time management, and problem‑solving skills with a focus on quality

Responsibilities

• Lead routine field tests and inspections of soil, concrete, asphalt, steel and/or wood framing at job sites
• Determine and reinforce code and job specification compliance for structural concrete and related systems
• Compile and present detailed reports, diagrams, and findings
• Operate and maintain a motor vehicle including routine maintenance
• Communicate with dispatch, engineers, and field supervisors regarding job status
• Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines to protect oneself and others in the work environment

Skills

Field leadership

Safety culture

Mentoring

Project coordination

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma with welding cert

ICC Certifications: Masonry, Soils, Spray‑Applied Fireproofing, Post‑Tension, Concrete

EIT licensure

CWI certification preferred

Job description

Overview

At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.

Position Overview

Lead the Team That Keeps Projects Moving

We're looking for a hands-on Field Supervisor to help lead and grow our Construction Materials Testing (CMT) team in the Kansas City market. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced field technician who enjoys mentoring others, maintaining high safety standards, and serving as the go-to resource for daily field operations.

This position is about leadership, dependability, and operational excellence. While technical certifications are valuable, we're primarily seeking someone with strong field experience, sound judgment, and the ability to develop people while keeping projects and resources running smoothly.

Why This Role Matters

With growing workloads and upcoming project demands, we're investing in leadership that can strengthen our field operations, support technician development, and help create a culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork.

You’ll play a key role in supporting technicians, coordinating resources, maintaining fleet and equipment readiness, and stepping into the field when needed to ensure projects stay on track.

What You'll Do

• Lead, coach, and support a team of field technicians across multiple projects
• Champion a strong safety culture and reinforce safe work practices every day
• Help coordinate staffing, scheduling, and dispatching needs to support project demands
• Oversee fleet, equipment, and supply readiness to keep field operations running efficiently
• Track training, certifications, and professional development opportunities for field staff
• Partner with project managers and operations leadership to solve challenges and improve performance
• Provide technical guidance and hands‑on training to help technicians grow their careers
• Support field testing and inspection activities when operational needs require it

What Makes Someone Successful

• Natural leader who enjoys developing and mentoring others
• Respected field professional with solid construction materials testing experience
• Strong communicator who can build trust with technicians, project teams, and clients
• Comfortable balancing people leadership with day‑to‑day operational responsibilities
• Organized, accountable, and proactive in identifying and solving problems
• Willing to jump into the field and help the team when needed
• Committed to safety, quality, and continuous improvement

Responsibilities

• Lead routine field tests and inspections of soil, concrete, asphalt, steel and/or wood framing at job sites.
• Determine and reinforce code and job specification compliance for, but not limited to, structural concrete, spray‑applied fireproofing, pre‑stressed and post‑tension concrete tendons, etc.
• Compile and present detailed and accurate reports, diagrams, and findings.
• Operate and maintain a motor vehicle, including scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
• Communicate with dispatch, engineers, and/or field supervisors regarding job status.
• Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines to protect oneself and others in the work environment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with a completed welding certificate program or vocational training.
• 5+ years of experience, valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record, and basic computer literacy.
• Active International Code Council (ICC) Certifications: Masonry, Soils, Spray‑Applied Fireproofing, Post?Tension, Concrete, etc. or EIT (Engineer-in-Training) licensure. CWI certification, preferred.
• Strong mathematical, time management, and problem‑solving skills with a focus on quality.

Travel Requirements

This position requires moderate travel, approximately up to 40% of the time, in support of business objectives and client engagements. Travel may be both scheduled and on short notice, depending on project needs. Destinations typically include job sites, field locations, or regional offices, where work may be conducted in outdoor or operational environments. Adherence to all company safety protocols and use of PPE is required during travel and on‑site work.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

This position primarily works in an outdoor work environment, regularly exposed to varying field conditions, including:

• Sites that may not be accessible by vehicle, requiring travel on foot through wetlands, swamps, grasslands, fields, and other uneven or rugged terrain with natural and man‑made obstacles such as sand, brush, and debris.
• Moderate to loud noise levels, common in active construction and industrial environments.
• Exposure to environmental elements including dirt, dust, sun, heat, humidity, and adverse weather conditions.

  The physical requirements for this position may include and are not limited to:

• Ability to lift and/or carry 35 to 75 lbs. up to 75 feet, involving regular repetitive motion.
• Ability to stand, walk, drive, and operate equipment for extended periods.
• Frequent use of hands and arms for typing, handling tools, and operating equipment.
• Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, pull, kneel, climb, balance, lift, carry, and push as required for fieldwork and inspections.
• Ability to speak and hear effectively to communicate in noisy environments and with project teams.
• Ability to use your senses to see (including close, distant, and peripheral vison, depth vision, and ability to focus) smell, hear, touch (use hands to reach climb or balance, crouch, stoop, crawl, kneel and sit).

EEO Statement

UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement at the bottom of the page here