Associate Project Manager - Construction Materials & Special Inspection

Job Description

Job Description

Associate Project Manager – Construction Materials Testing & Special Inspection

Join STRATA as an Associate Project Manager in Pocatello, Idaho

At STRATA, we’re more than a geotechnical engineering and construction materials testing company. We’re a team of professionals who value growth, collaboration, and making a real impact in the communities we call home.

About the Role

We’re looking for an Associate Project Manager to join our Pocatello, Idaho team and help grow our CMT and Special Inspection program in Eastern Idaho. In this role, you’ll play a key part in both winning and delivering projects. While you won’t have direct reports, you’ll lead through professionalism, mentoring, and coaching the field and lab staff who bring our projects to life. You’ll report to the Business Manager and serve as a key ambassador for STRATA, both with our clients and within our team.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as the frontline contact for clients, building long-term relationships based on STRATA’s Core Values
• Identify and pursue new project opportunities, and help develop a strategic market approach for CMT/SI and Construction Engineering & Inspection (CE&I) services
• Establish project scopes, budgets, and schedules
• Prepare proposals and responses to RFPs and Statements of Qualifications, including developing win themes and messaging
• Coordinate contract processes internally and with clients, helping confirm contractual obligations are met, and risks are identified and managed
• Manage project execution from kickoff through closeout
• Work closely with Field and Laboratory Services Managers so that work aligns with scope, specifications, schedule, and budget, and deliverables meet our quality standards
• Track and report project financial performance, review and approve invoices, and proactively address financial challenges
• Manage project backlog and pipeline in coordination with the Business Manager
• Coach and mentor less experienced PMs and technical staff, providing regular feedback and recognition
• Set up project-specific plans that support STRATA’s Quality Management System, safety protocols, invoicing, and loss prevention programs
• Champion a culture of innovation by suggesting process improvements that help us capture and execute projects more effectively

What We’re Looking For

• 3-5 years of experience in construction materials testing, special inspection, or a related industry
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a technical or project management role, with a track record of managing teams, driving business growth, and supporting operational success
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred, or the ability to obtain it within 12 months
• Industry certifications such as WAQTC and/or ICC preferred
• Active involvement in industry boards, committees, or professional associations (e.g., GBA, ACI, ACEC) is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project) and industry-specific reporting software
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for client meetings, presentations, and proposals

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to travel to offices and project sites, including occasional travel for business development, meetings, and site visits, which may include weekends or extended hours
• Ability to stand, stoop, sit, and walk for extended periods
• Ability to work safely outdoors in adverse weather, including extreme heat, cold, rain, and snow

What We Offer

We believe in taking care of our people. Here’s what you can expect:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-paid life and AD&D, plus short- and long-term disability insurance
• Paid Time Off (vacation and sick leave) and paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave and a paid day to volunteer in your community
• Wellness benefits to support your health and well-being

If you share our Core Values of Safety, Integrity, Respect, Professionalism, Accountability, and Teamwork, we’d love to hear from you!

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STRATA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of Race, Sex, Age, Color, Religion, National Origin, Marital Status, Sexual Orientation, Veteran Status, Disability Status or any other basis prohibited by Federal, State, or Local Law.