Operations Lead - Construction Materials Testing

CMT / Constructions Materials Testing Operations Lead 1

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone's responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly organized and experienced CMT / Constructions Materials Testing Operations Lead 1 to oversee daily operations for our third-party testing and inspection firm. This role requires strong leadership, technical knowledge of construction materials testing, and the ability to coordinate field and office activities across multiple regions. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing people, processes in a fast-paced environment, effective communicator and result driven.

Core Responsibilities

• Oversee Daily Operations: Manage day-to-day activities across multiple service lines, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality service delivery.
• Scheduling & Resource Coordination: Align technician assignments with the appropriate training and certification requirements.
• Invoice Review & Approval: Verify accuracy of billing, review invoices, and support financial tracking for ongoing projects.
• Staff Management: Lead staffing efforts including hiring, onboarding, performance management, employee health and safety oversight, and terminations when necessary.
• Client Relationship Management: Drive client satisfaction and retention through proactive relationship management, issue resolution, and consistent, high value communication.
• Proposal Support: Assist in preparing proposals and cost estimates for future projects and new business opportunities.
• Budget Participation: Attend and contribute to monthly and quarterly budget meetings, supporting financial planning and operational forecasting.
• Accreditation & Certification Management: Maintain laboratory accreditation and ensure all personnel certifications remain current and compliant with industry standards.
• Training & Development: Provide training, mentorship, and technical guidance to staff to support professional growth and maintain competency.
• Inventory Oversight: Monitor and manage inventory needs for testing and inspection equipment, ensuring availability and compliance with calibration requirements.

You'll Thrive Here If You Have

• Minimum 5 years of experience in construction
• 3 years inspection, and materials testing
• 3 years in Management
• Appropriate construction materials testing and inspection certifications (ACI, ICC, NICET, etc.); previously held certifications must be reinstated within 3-9 months if expired.
• Ability to perform field inspections, testing, and documentation when needed
• OSHA 10 certification required
• Proven experience in office administration, coordination, or operations support
• Strong organizational, time-management, and multitasking abilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage shifting priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Basic understanding of safety practices, OSHA principles, and field compliance requirements
• Ability to conduct training and assist with onboarding new employees
• Comfortable attending and leading team, safety, and client meetings
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and digital filing systems
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Experience with or exposure to scheduling/dispatch software/Timecard software
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel between Idaho Falls, Pocatello, Wyoming, and surrounding areas
• General computer skills such as: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• General understanding of construction.
• Complete/submit field reports accurately.

What You Can Expect From Us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:

• Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.
• Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave
• Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.
• Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.
• Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our 'quality of life' core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.
• Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.
• Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.
• Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

• Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.
• Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.
• Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.
• Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About the Job

• Career Level: Professional
• Employment Type: Full-time

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Notice to Third Party Agencies

Please note that Atlas Technical Consultants does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Atlas will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Atlas explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Atlas.

Ready to build a career to be proud of? Join the A-Team today!