Project Manager

Nondestructive & Visual Inspection; Kilgore (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive healthcare for you and a;m

Recruitment incentives (referral bonus

Training and development opportunities

Accolades for exceptional performance

New vehicle fleet with advanced safety

Complimentary meals and beverages

Job summary

NVI, LLC is seeking an experienced Project Manager in Kilgore, TX to oversee planning, coordination, and execution of NDT projects while upholding safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. The role emphasizes leading dispatch, training, and process improvement within a collaborative team.

The ideal candidate has hands-on NDT project experience, strong leadership, and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience in Level II RT/MT/PT/UTT testing per ASNT SNT-TC-1A.
• Experience managing NDT projects and field operations.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.
• Ability to coordinate personnel, resources, and schedules.
• High school diploma or GED; valid U.S. driver’s license.
• TWIC credential; fit-for-duty evaluations and drug/alcohol policy compliance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure strict adherence to federal, state and company safety policies on all projects.
• Lead project dispatch, execution and continuous improvement to meet client and company goals.
• Manage and host project kickoffs to ensure customer and employee satisfaction.
• Implement a zero incident culture within operations.
• Provide quality assurance and NDE craft development to technicians.

Skills

Project management

NDT/NDE knowledge

Leadership

Safety compliance

Customer coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details:

Job Location: Kilgore Office - Kilgore, TX, Salary Range: Undisclosed, NVI, LLC is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Project Manager to oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of projects while ensuring operational efficiency, safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.

Key Benefits Include:

• Impressive salaries: Competitive pay for Level II Technicians and entry level positions when compared to our competitors
• Recruitment incentives (referral bonuses, etc.)
• Training and development opportunities are available and encouraged. NVI makes a significant annual investment into our internal training programs which are offered to employees at no cost
• Accolades for exceptional performance (employee excellence awards, etc.)
• Competitive healthcare programs for you and your family
• New vehicle fleet with advanced safety features
• Complimentary meals and beverages at all office and some worksite locations

At NVI, we are dedicated to being your employer of choice. This commitment drives us to invest in top-notch equipment, a premier vehicle fleet, and industry-leading safety, quality, and employee development programs—all designed to support your success. Our unique culture sets us apart; we maintain the family atmosphere of a small company where you are never just a number.

Every voice matters here, and in our flat organizational structure, you’ll have direct access to senior management to share your concerns and ideas for improving our business.

We are excited for you to join our amazing team of NDE professionals.

The Project Manager is responsible for, but not limited to, the following job descriptions:

• Ensure strict adherence to federal, state and company safety policies on all projects.
• Lead project dispatch, execution and continuous improvement efforts to meet client and company objectives.
• Manage and host project kickoffs to ensure customer and employee satisfaction.
• Responsible for implementing a zero incident culture into the operations of the organization.
• Manage and Train company personnel to achieve optimal project performance.
• Provide quality assurance and NDE craft development to craft technicians of the Company.
• Assist Division Management and Human Resources with recruitment, training, and onboarding of personnel to meet NVI and project specific needs.
• Provide Radiation Safety responsibilities focused with behavioral field audits, radioactive material leak detection audits, radiation safety personal protective equipment reviews, vehicle alarm controls and become certified for radioactive material source retrieval purposes.
• Perform quality control performance assessments in the field and via desktop to meet internal company objectives and for the development of our craftsmen. The areas of focus are both quality and safety concentrated; however, the main purpose of our program is to build the culture of our company by building each technician in these areas including furthering their knowledge of company policies & procedures across the organization.

Qualifications: Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid U.S. driver's license with an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• Valid Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC).
• Ability to successfully complete required fit-for-duty evaluations and comply with company drug and alcohol testing policies.

Required Experience

• Previous experience performing Level II Radiographic Testing (RT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), and Ultrasonic Thickness Testing (UTT) in accordance with ASNT SNT-TC-1A or equivalent standards.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects within the nondestructive testing (NDT/NDE) industry.
• Hands-on experience performing and coordinating craft services within the industrial inspection industry.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills with the ability to coordinate personnel, resources, and project schedules.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Five or more years of project management experience within the NDT/NDE industry.
• Proven ability to oversee multiple projects while maintaining safety, quality, scheduling, and budget requirements.
• Experience managing customer relationships and coordinating field operations.

Company Benefits

• Paid holidays and vacation.
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) retirement options.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.