Entry-Level Construction Materials Professional

Construction Materials Professional

Requisition Number: 2026-1630-01A

Entry‑Level Construction Materials Professional – Join our Construction Services team in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

Your Day-to-Day

• Material Testing & Inspections: Conduct field testing and assist with special inspections of construction materials—including soils, concrete, asphalt, and related materials—to confirm compliance with project requirements and applicable industry standards.
• Reviewing Plans & Specifications: Examine construction drawings and project specifications to ensure they support project objectives prior to performing on‑site observations.
• Field Documentation & Data Management: Maintain accurate records of field activities, observations, and test outcomes, entering information daily into Metafield® or other project management systems to support efficient tracking and coordination.
• Report & Proposal Support: Assist in preparing reports and proposals for smaller assignments, ensuring findings and documentation are clear, complete, and technically sound.
• Team & Client Communication: Coordinate regularly with supervisors, contractors, and clients to share updates, discuss field findings, and help keep projects progressing smoothly.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or a similar technical field.
• 0–2 years of experience in construction materials testing/inspections of soil, concrete, masonry, and/or asphalt.
• Willingness to obtain at least one industry certification within 6 months of employment.
• Basic math and communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing) using the English language.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Hands‑on work in outdoor environments with Company‑provided PPE.
• Working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Walking over rough, uneven terrain and standing for potentially long periods (up to 12 hours a day).
• Routinely lifting and carrying 40–50 lbs of field or laboratory samples and equipment.
• Maneuvering field equipment safely, such as a loaded wheelbarrow, on uneven ground around active construction sites.
• Working outside of normal business hours and traveling (typically out‑of‑town and/or overnight) as project needs arise.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options – no increase in 2026.
• Wellness Program – $50 off per month on your 2027 premiums.
• Pet Insurance.
• Term Life & Long‑Term Care Coverage – available Spring 2026.
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with a 5% company contribution.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off (PTO) with rollover options.
• Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave.
• Mentorship & Career Development Programs.
• Credential Incentive Program – rewarded for advancing your skills.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Employee Recognition Program.
• Company Vehicle & Fuel Card – for project‑based roles.
• $2,000 Employee Referral Bonuses and more.

This full‑time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I‑9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk‑ins are accepted.