Terracon

Materials Field Supervisor

Terracon  •  Missouri (Onsite)  •  3 hours ago
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Job Description

General Responsibilities:
Supervise the day-to-day activities of a team of technical field employees such as Engineering Technicians in the performance of services provided by an engineering consulting project office. Services may include construction material testing and sampling. Services may take place in the field on client sites or in the engineering project office laboratory. Provide direct oversight and supervision; guidance and instruction on the assessment of site conditions and issues that may arise. May coordinate testing, scheduling and training of the field staff. Help in maintaining and calibrating equipment. Assist PMs with Proposal Preparation and Report Review. Assist with Recruitment of Field Staff.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
  • Provide oversight to technical field staff in the performance of testing services.
  • Provide daily monitoring and progress of current and upcoming projects.
  • Maintain project schedule status and communicate with Department Managers, Project Managers and Office Managers on resource requirements and project updates.
  • May plan, schedule and dispatch staff to project sites based on skill set, certifications, location, project and priority.
  • Regularly communicate with clients to provide up to date information in regard to the company’s ability to meet expected project timelines, client needs for projects and project status.
  • Monitor testing to ensure it is completed based on project plans and specifications; provide technical guidance and work direction.
  • Pushing work/pulling work in
  • Billing
  • Provide training and development to technical field staff.
  • Participate in the preparation of proposals and cost estimates to clients.
  • Participate in the recruitment and selection of technical field staff.
  • Develop understanding and be aware of project-related risk. Be familiar with what could go wrong on a project and how to protect the Company. Be familiar with company risk policies.
  • Lead safety efforts for team and ensure team follows safety rules and guidelines. Responsible for creating and modeling a safe work environment; demonstrates safety practices. Promote pre-task planning for all projects.
  • Promote continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects. Monitor quality standards and practices. Engage APRs on projects at their onset.
  • May provide assistance with testing services, as needed.
Requirements:
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum 4-6 years’ relevant experience.
  • ACI Concrete Field Grade 1
  • At least 1 ICC or NICET Certification
  • A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Certification or licensure in field of expertise.
  • Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline practiced by the Firm including Engineering or Geology preferred.
  • Minimum 3 years’ supervisory experience.
Terracon

About Terracon

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned consulting engineering firm providing quality services to clients. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services.

Terracon has achieved significant expansion through both internal growth and acquisitions. Terracon currently has more than 8,000 employees in more than 200 locations nationwide. Additionally, we partner with our U.S. clients to serve their international needs. Terracon’s growth is due to dedicated employees who are responsive to clients, provide quality services, and take advantage of opportunities in the marketplace.

Terracon provides services on thousands of projects each year. Our culture, systems, and structure enable us to excel at both small and large projects. By combining our national resources with specific local area expertise, we consistently overcome obstacles and deliver the results our clients expect.

Terracon serves a diverse portfolio of private and public clients. By being responsive, resourceful, and reliable, we strive to exceed our clients’ expectations for service, solutions, quality, and speed of delivery. Based on a deep understanding of our clients’ needs, our commitment is centered around these key objectives.

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Industry
Construction & Skilled Trades
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Olathe, Kansas
Year Founded
1965
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