Construction Materials Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Construction Materials Project Manager

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Build Your Career. Own Your Future.

At S&ME, you're more than just an employee, you're an employee-owner of a 100% employee-owned company that has been solving complex geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials testing challenges for over 50 years. We're invested in your success and offer a career path with growth opportunities, training, and hands-on experience. Join a team that values safety, integrity, and teamwork while offering industry-leading benefits designed to help you thrive - on and off the job, including but not limited to:

• Medical, dental & vision plans with HSA and FSA options
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with a minimum 5% company contribution
• 401(k) with employer match
• PTO with rollover
• Maternity/Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company vehicle & fuel card for project-based work
• Employee recognition & credential incentive programs
• $2,000 referral bonuses and more!

Your Role: Hands-On, Impactful, and Fast-Paced

As a Construction Materials Project Manager in Myrtle Beach, SC, you will manage projects from initiation to completion, maintaining high standards for quality, regulatory compliance, and client service. You'll oversee technical operations, mentor field and engineering personnel, and build productive relationships with clients and contractors. Your leadership will help ensure construction quality, protect structural performance, and deliver successful project outcomes. By combining project oversight, technical guidance, field management, and client development, you'll strengthen team performance and contribute to the organization's continued growth.

What You'll Do:

• Project Management & Delivery: Direct CMT and Special Inspection projects through completion, managing budgets, schedules, staffing, and technical activities while meeting project specifications and applicable IBC codes.

• Client & Contractor Relations: Engage with clients and contractors through project meetings and site visits to clarify expectations, track progress, resolve concerns, and strengthen professional partnerships.

• Technical Leadership & Staff Development: Oversee inspection services, evaluate field records, and coach technicians and engineers to maintain testing accuracy, reporting quality, and compliance with project standards.

• Technical Documentation & Quality Assurance: Manage the preparation of project reports, proposals, scopes of work, and cost estimates, ensuring deliverables are thorough, accurate, and completed on time.

• Market Development & Industry Involvement: Expand client partnerships, participate in professional groups such as ASCE, AGC, and ACEC, and contribute to business development and marketing initiatives that generate new opportunities.

What We're Looking For:

• A Bachelor's degree in Civil, Geotechnical, or a related Engineering discipline
• A Minimum of 4 years of professional experience
  • Construction Materials Testing (CMT) and Special Inspection (SI) experience, a plus
  • 2 years in a project management role, a plus
• An Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification required
• A Professional Engineer (PE) license, preferred, or the ability to obtain within the future
  • Active ICC, ACI, and DOT certifications, a plus
• A strong working knowledge of applicable ACI, ASTM, AASHTO, DOT standards, and IBC Special Inspections requirements
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
• The ability to develop, review, and deliver accurate technical reports and project documentation

What to Expect:

With the use of Company-provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

• Outdoor, hands-on work in all weather conditions
• Walking over rough terrain and standing for long periods (up to 12 hours)
• Lifting and carrying 40-50 lbs. of materials and equipment
• Safely handling field tools and maneuvering equipment on active construction sites

Why Join S&ME?

At S&ME, your career growth matters. You'll receive professional training, work on exciting projects, and be part of a company that truly invests in its people. This is more than a job; it's a chance to build a long-term career in the engineering and construction industry.

Ready to Get Started? Apply today and take the first step toward an exciting future with S&ME!

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.