Construction Materials Testing Project Manager

OlssonDallas, Texas

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Job Description

Company Description

We are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities, and our people make it possible.

Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us — and will continue to allow us — to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.

Job Description

Our Construction Materials Testing Team plays a critical role in ensuring the quality, safety, and performance of materials used in infrastructure and building projects. From concrete and asphalt to soil and aggregates, our team provides essential testing and analysis that supports the structural integrity and compliance of construction efforts.

As a Project Manager, you will lead and coordinate construction materials testing projects from initiation through completion. Your involvement in the full project life cycle will be crucial for ensuring timely completion of projects, in accordance with established scope, schedule, and budget. This position leads to the successful delivery of projects that provide purposeful, high-quality solutions to successfully solve engineering and design needs. You will oversee laboratory and field-testing operations, manage client relationships, ensure compliance with industry standards, and support the professional development of your team.

Responsibilities:

Assemble and lead project teams, assigning responsibilities to align technical skills and expertise with project objectives.Serve as the primary liaison between the client, contractors, and internal teams, clearly communicating project scope, schedule, and budget.

Develop and manage project budgets, monitor costs, and ensure adherence to financial plans to maintain client satisfaction and project profitability.Manage complex contract negotiations and coordinate change requests.

Identify potential risks or additional costs and implement strategies to mitigate negative impacts.Organize and lead regular project meetings to ensure alignment on expectations, performance, and deliverables.

Oversee detailed reviews of technical work to ensure high-quality outcomes.Document all project deliverables and maintain comprehensive records, including correspondence, design plans, and other project-related files.

Secure appropriate resources for all project phases to ensure timely and successful completion.Mentor team members on project management best practices using internal tools and resources.

Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements to maintain a safe and productive work environment.Foster and maintain strong client relationships to support future business opportunities.You are passionate about:

Working collaboratively with others. Having ownership in the work you do.

Using your talents to positively affect communities. You bring to the team: Strong communication skills.

Ability to contribute and work well on a team. A high-level of organization, leadership, and negotiation skills.

A deep understanding of Construction Materials Testing in the disciplines of concrete, soils, and asphalt.Bachelor’s degree in engineering, sciences, construction, planning, or a related area preferred.

A minimum of five years of project experience within an applicable field or discipline with increasing responsibility. Proven track record in meeting and exceeding client expectations through project management activities.

Excellent client service orientation, communication, and presentation skills Solid interpersonal and decision-making skills and the ability to generate innovative and effective solutions to complex problems.

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Additional Information

Olsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we’re here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.

As an Olsson employee, you’ll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you’ll:

Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
Receive an excellent 401(k) match
Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance
Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements

Please note: The benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. If you're applying for an internship, you can learn more about internship-specific offerings and experiences at Olsson by visiting https://www.olsson.com/internships.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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