Acceptance Testing, Analysis Skills, Background Investigation, Commercial Construction, Communication Skills, Concrete, Construction, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Projects, Construction Support, Data Collection, Driver's License, Field Trials, High School Diploma, Industry Standards, Laboratory Testing, Lift/Move 40 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Procedure Development, Professional Services, Project Engineering, Project Planning, Project Schedule, Project/Program Management, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Quality Metrics, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Safety/Work Safety, Sampling Inspection, Team Player, Technical Strategy, Test Equipment, Testing, Time Management, Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
This Opportunity
WSP's Houston, TX office continues to grow, and we are seeking an experienced Engineering Technician to support a major construction project. In this role, you will perform a variety of field and laboratory testing activities, helping ensure that construction materials and site conditions meet project specifications, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to high-profile projects while working alongside industry-leading professionals.
Your Impact
- Perform routine field sampling, inspection, and testing of soils under general supervision.
- Conduct laboratory testing of soil, concrete, and asphalt materials in accordance with established procedures, industry standards, and project specifications.
- Calibrate, maintain, and operate testing equipment to ensure accurate and reliable results.
- Prepare, review, and submit accurate, complete, and timely daily testing reports in compliance with established quality assurance and quality control procedures.
- Review project plans, specifications, drawings, and general notes prior to conducting testing activities to ensure compliance with project requirements.
- Analyze testing results and perform calculations to verify the accuracy, applicability, and reasonableness of collected data.
- Communicate and collaborate effectively with client representatives, including project managers, engineers, supervisors, and foremen, to provide testing updates and address project needs.
- Support project teams by ensuring materials and construction activities meet established quality and performance standards.
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum of 5 years of geotechnical testing experience.
- Valid driver''s license with the ability to travel to project sites and arrive prior to scheduled testing activities.
- Ability to prepare clear, accurate, and well-documented reports.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Flexibility to work extended hours, evenings, weekends, or other schedules as project demands require.
- Satisfactory driving record in accordance with WSP's Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) policy.
- Ability to successfully pass a background check.
Preferred Qualifications
- Current ACI, NICET, and/or ICC certifications.
- Experience working on large-scale transportation, infrastructure, or commercial construction projects.
- Familiarity with industry testing standards and quality assurance procedures.
Physical Requirements
- Successful completion of a physical examination and medical clearance, as required.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
- Clean driving record and ability to be insured to operate company vehicles.
- Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including exposure to extreme heat, cold, and other environmental elements.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and perform field activities for extended periods.
At WSP, you'll be part of a collaborative team focused on delivering quality, safety, and excellence on every project while building a rewarding career in the engineering and construction industry.
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About WSP
WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world''s leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, we are engineers, planners, technical experts, strategic advisors and construction management professionals. WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets. With more than 15,000 employees in over 300 offices across the U.S., we partner with our clients to help communities prosper.
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WSP provides a flexible and agile workplace model while meeting client needs. Employees are also afforded a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee's career.
At WSP, we want to give our employees the challenges they seek to grow their careers and knowledge base. Your daily contributions to your team will be essential in meeting client objectives, goals and challenges. Are you ready to get started?
WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer Race/Age/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Disability or Protected Veteran Status.
The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to WSP in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where WSP has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of WSP and WSP will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation - no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.