Traveling Assistant Project Manager

Terracon; Madison (AL); Remote; USD 62,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative consulting firm is seeking a Traveling Assistant Project Manager to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to work on high-profile projects across various states while managing all aspects of materials engineering projects. With a focus on safety and quality, you'll lead project teams, troubleshoot issues, and ensure client satisfaction. Enjoy the freedom of remote work while traveling to exciting project sites, all while being part of a 100% employee-owned organization that values professional development and offers competitive benefits.

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Education Reimbursement

Bonus Programs

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in project management or 6 years without a degree.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.

Responsibilities

• Manage materials engineering projects ensuring timely and safe completion.
• Coordinate project resources, budgets, and schedules effectively.
• Communicate project status and deliverables to clients.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Safety Compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science

Bachelor’s degree in Geology

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Job Description

Would you like to explore more and take your career to the next level? Join our Traveling Construction Materials Technician team, where you can embark on new opportunities, develop professionally, and contribute to thrilling projects nationwide. This position involves travel, and applicants must live within a two-hour radius from one of our offices located in Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, or Tennessee.

In this position, you will travel 100% of the time to work on multiple high-profile projects such as transportation, commercial buildings, wind farms, and more in many geographical areas. This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys traveling, working on various high-profile projects, and who is looking to take their construction material testing career to the next level.

General Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of a materials engineering project to ensure safe completion on time and within scope and budget.
• Monitor progress and performance against the project plan.
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational problems, minimizing delays.
• Coordinate resource management, project scheduling, budgets, and working with vendors or contractors.
• Conduct meetings and prepare reports to communicate project status to team and client.
• Set priorities, assign tasks, and coordinate project staff to meet targets.
• Communicate with clients and deliver work products to satisfaction.
• Coordinate with APR for engagement and oversight throughout the project.
• Handle invoicing, change orders, and collections.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities

• Manage small projects or project phases under supervision.
• Implement project plans and identify operational issues.
• Lead safety efforts and ensure compliance with safety plans.
• Analyze requirements, perform calculations, and prepare reports.
• Coordinate outside contractors and ensure satisfactory service.
• Estimate costs, resources, and time; monitor activities and allocate resources.
• Lead project meetings and report progress.
• Deliver project outputs within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Manage project risks and promote quality standards.
• Ensure safety and quality practices are followed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology, or related field, with at least 2 years’ related experience, or 6 years’ experience without a degree.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
• 100% travel required.

This position is categorized as "Remote Only," with no designated office workspace, typically working from home or other locations.

The salary range is $62,700-$97,200, adjusted based on location, qualifications, and experience.

About Terracon

Terracon is a 100% employee-owned consulting firm with over 6,000 employees across more than 175 locations. Since 1965, we have been solving engineering and technical challenges in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, including health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, education reimbursement, and bonus programs.

EEO Statement

Terracon is an equal opportunity employer, encouraging qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or military status.