Construction Materials Project ManagerRequisition Number: 2026-1350-16Are you a Project Manager seeking a challenging opportunity to grow your career with a firm committed to our employees and providing high-quality service to our clients? S&ME is looking for an eager and dedicated full-time Project Manager to join our Construction Services team in Charlotte, North Carolina. At S&ME, we have a history of delivering innovative geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction material testing for over 50 years. Over the decades, we have grown into a trusted partner for clients across various industries, including transportation, energy, water, waste management, education, government, commercial, industrial, and more. Our commitment to technical excellence and integrity has established us as a leader in our field.Why Work at S&ME?Career Growth: We invest in your success with mentorship, training, and leadership opportunities.Exciting Projects: Big or small, simple or complex, we do it all. Our projects are as diverse as they are exciting, so every day brings something new.Supportive Culture: Collaboration, respect, and positivity fuel our team environment.Flexibility: Work-life balance matters to us, helping you thrive inside and outside the office.Community Impact: Your work will directly improve the communities where we live, work, and play.About The Role:As a Construction Materials Project Manager, you'll lead the delivery of construction materials testing, special inspections, and technical consulting services for a variety of projects. Responsibilities include managing field operations, reviewing and interpreting testing results, developing reports and proposals, and supporting the growth and development of junior team members. Your knowledge of soils, concrete, asphalt, and masonry testing will be key to ensuring quality project execution and strengthening client relationships.Field Investigations & Site Assessment: Lead and support subsurface exploration activities, evaluate potential impacts to data reliability, recommend modifications to project scope when needed, and coordinate laboratory testing programs for collected materials. Construction Monitoring & Inspections: Carry out field inspections and construction monitoring activities, maintain accurate documentation of site conditions, and provide guidance to junior staff on testing and inspection procedures involving soils, concrete, asphalt, and masonry materials. Engineering Analysis & Quality Review: Perform technical evaluations and intermediate-level engineering calculations, assist in training junior personnel on analytical procedures, and review laboratory results to verify consistency, accuracy, and overall data quality. Documentation & Project Support: Develop detailed technical reports and daily field summaries, contribute to proposal preparation through project research and site evaluations, and assist with drafting project scopes under the direction of senior professionals. Client Engagement & Office Growth: Support client communication and relationship-building efforts, participate in networking and professional association activities, assist with business development initiatives, and contribute to marketing and operational growth efforts within the office. About You:You have a Bachelor's degree in construction management or a similar technical field, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience You have a minimum of 4 years of experience in project management of construction materials testing/inspections of soil, concrete, masonry, and/or asphalt You have active industry certifications: American Concrete Institute (ACI): Field Testing Grade I; Strength Testing Technician; Laboratory Technician, International Code Council (ICC): Special Inspector (Reinforced Concrete, Masonry, Soils) You have excellent business and technical writing skills You have strong communication skills, both verbal and written You can effectively lead teams with varying responsibilities and tasks You Are Willing and Able to:Perform the physical demands of the position with the use of company-provided Personal Protective Equipment, such as:Working the majority of the time outdoors in varying weather conditionsWalking over rough, uneven terrain and standing for potentially up to 12 hours a dayRoutinely lifting and carrying 40-50lbs (field/laboratory samples and equipment)Maneuvering field equipment safely, such as a loaded wheelbarrow, on uneven ground around active construction sitesGrow With Us: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. S&ME provides a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family, as well as career development resources. Come grow and thrive with us at S&ME!Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with a 5% company contribution 401(k) Retirement Plan Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) - with rollover optionsPaid Maternity/Parental LeaveEmployee Recognition ProgramCredential Incentive ProgramTuition ReimbursementCompany Vehicle with Fuel Card for Project-Based Work$2,000 Referral Bonuses & 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.
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