Materials Senior Project Manager

Terracon Consultants, Inc.; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Construction Materials Testing Project Manager in Lenexa, Kansas. This role is pivotal in leading engineering and consulting services across significant projects, ensuring safety and quality standards. You'll manage project phases, mentor junior engineers, and communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences. With a strong emphasis on career advancement and work-life balance, this innovative firm offers a supportive environment for growth and leadership development. If you're ready to make an impact in the engineering field, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Education Reimbursement

Bonus Programs

Qualifications

• 8 to 15 years of experience with a successful project management track record.
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration required.

Responsibilities

• Manage detailed phases of projects with moderate size and complexity.
• Collaborate with senior project managers on complex projects.
• Evaluate complex laboratory and field data for report inclusion.

Skills

Project Management

Problem-Solving

Engineering Analysis

Quality Control

Client Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Terracon is growing and deeply committed to building strong foundations in our communities, ensuring the safety and well-being of our employees and clients alike. Join our Lenexa office as a Construction Materials Testing Project Manager/Engineer/Lead and play a pivotal role in some of Kansas City's most significant projects!

As a key team member, you'll provide engineering and consulting services across various projects and sectors, ensuring adherence to safety guidelines and quality standards. You'll lead field investigations, perform engineering analyses, develop plans, and oversee project compliance with specifications. Your role will also involve preparing proposals, managing budgets, resolving design challenges, and communicating complex engineering concepts to diverse audiences. Additionally, you will develop and mentor new engineers, review their reports and calculations, and contribute to impactful projects in public works, transportation, commercial, communications, energy, and industrial sectors.

This role offers extensive opportunities for career advancement and a healthy work-life balance. If you have a servant's heart, a growth mindset, and a drive to develop as a leader, you'll excel in Terracon's innovative and service-driven environment. Explore with us today!

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Manage detailed phases of projects with moderate size and complexity, demonstrating full competence as an engineering/construction professional.
2. Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate project work.
3. Collaborate with senior project managers to gain experience on more complex and larger projects.
4. Perform quality control reviews of proposals and reports prepared by others.
5. Evaluate complex laboratory and field data for report inclusion.
6. Serve as a technical adviser to junior team members and supervise field or project staff as needed.
7. Communicate with clients and project teams regarding scope, progress, findings, and recommendations.
8. Participate in marketing, sales, and business development activities.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Engineering.
• 8 to 15 years of experience, with a successful project management track record.
• Energetic problem-solving skills.
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable violation history.

About Terracon

Terracon is a 100% employee-owned multidisciplinary consulting firm with over 6,000 employees across more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, we have specialized in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services, driven by our talented employee-owners exceeding client expectations and growing their careers.

Our vision, "Together, we are best at people," is reflected in our comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and bonus programs.

EEO Statement

Terracon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.