Senior Project Manager, Construction Materials Testing Leader

BUNNELL LAMMONS ENGINEERING; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Bunnell-Lammons Engineering (BLE) seeks a Senior Project Manager in our Construction Materials Testing (CMT) team to lead projects from proposal through closeout, coordinate field and lab activities, and ensure compliance with ASTM, AASHTO, ACI and other standards.

The role emphasizes client relations, budgeting, scheduling, and mentoring junior staff, with a focus on delivering accurate reports, maintaining safety, and driving successful project execution in a consulting environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7–10 years of experience in construction materials testing or geotechnical engineering.
• At least 3 years of direct project management experience in a consulting or construction environment.
• Strong knowledge of testing standards (ASTM, AASHTO, ACI, ICC, etc.).
• Proven track record in managing budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and client management skills.
• Proficiency with project management tools and reporting systems (e.g., Excel, Procore, Metafield, or similar).
• Manage multiple CMT projects simultaneously from proposal through closeout.
• Coordinate testing and inspection services for soil, concrete, asphalt, masonry, and structural steel.
• Serve as primary point of contact for clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, schedules, and scopes of work.
• Review and approve field reports, test results, and final deliverables.
• Ensure that projects comply with applicable standards (ASTM, AASHTO, ACI, IBC, etc.).
• Coordinate with field and laboratory staff to maintain quality and consistency in testing.
• Supervise and mentor project engineers, technicians, and junior staff.
• Conduct regular site visits and attend project meetings as needed.
• Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions as necessary.
• Assist with business development, proposal writing, presentations and client outreach.
• Support QA/QC and accreditation process (e.g., AASHTO, R18, CCRL, AMRL).
• Promote and ensure job site and laboratory safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the management, execution, and delivery of construction materials testing and special inspection projects.
• Coordinate testing and inspection services for soil, concrete, asphalt, masonry and structural steel.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies, ensuring technical accuracy and compliance.
• Manage multiple CMT projects simultaneously from proposal through closeout, ensuring timely completion within budget.
• Prepare and manage project budgets, schedules, and scopes of work, monitoring project performance and implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• Review and approve field reports, test results, and final deliverables to ensure quality and consistency.

Skills

Construction Materials Testing

Geotechnical Engineering

Project Management

Budgeting & Scheduling

Client Management

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Tools

Excel

Procore

Metafield

Job description

Bunnell-Lammons Engineering (BLE) seeks a Senior Project Manager in our Construction Materials Testing (CMT) team to lead projects from proposal through closeout, coordinate field and lab activities, and ensure compliance with ASTM, AASHTO, ACI and other standards.

The role emphasizes client relations, budgeting, scheduling, and mentoring junior staff, with a focus on delivering accurate reports, maintaining safety, and driving successful project execution in a consulting environment.