Construction Materials Operations Manager

Construction Materials Services Manager

Requisition Number: 2025-1410-03

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 field experience. Join a team that values safety, integrity, and teamwork while offering industry-leading benefits, including:

• Medical, dental & vision plans with HSA and FSA options
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) with company matching
• PTO with rollover
• Maternity/paternity 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

Are you a leader ready to advance your career with a company that values dedication to employees and client excellence? As a Construction Materials Services Manager, you will lead our Construction Materials and Special Inspection team in Asheville, North Carolina. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to help rebuild the devastation from Hurricane Helene, making a significant impact not only in the community but also in growing, supporting, leading, and mentoring our materials testing team. You will assist in delivering exceptional engineering services, overseeing construction materials testing, and managing special inspection projects. You will ensure the success of these projects through strategic leadership, precise project execution, and a strong focus on client satisfaction and team growth.

What You'll Do:

• Inspire and Lead Teams: Supervise and mentor Field and Laboratory Services Managers, Professionals, and Administrative staff.
• Drive Department Excellence: Oversee revenue growth, staff chargeability, and project profitability metrics.
• Manage High-Impact Projects: Prepare and oversee proposals and large-scale client projects.
• Ensure Financial Efficiency: Handle monthly billing, accounts receivable, and project deliverables.
• Expand Business Opportunities: Collaborate on business development and nurture client relationships.

What We're Looking For:

• A Bachelor's degree in Civil, Structural, or Geotechnical Engineering or a Construction-related field
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in Operational and/or Project Management for construction materials testing and special inspection projects
• Proficiency using company technology for proposals, reports, payroll, billing, and data management
• Sound decision-making and critical thinking skills

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 (potentially 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.