Job description
Overview
Palmerton & Parrish, Inc. (PPI) is seeking a positive, highly motivated Professional Engineer to join our Springfield, MO office. This position will be responsible for managing construction materials testing (CMT) projects, creating and developing client relationships for construction materials testing projects, developing proposals, and writing and reviewing CMT reports. The candidate is expected to be an excellent communicator and have the ability to both work independently and within a team environment.
Primary Duties/Responsibilities
- Manage CMT & special inspection project activities, including field operations and laboratory assignments
- Perform a variety of testing, observations, and inspections of construction materials (e.g., aggregates, asphalt, concrete, grout, mortar, masonry, soils, steel, etc.) in the field and laboratory
- Conduct field investigations and fieldwork troubleshooting
- Review drawings and construction to assure compliance with plans and specifications
- Supervise field staff (i.e., CMT technicians, laboratory staff, and/or other support personnel)
- Provide expertise and advice on complex projects; communicate complex engineering issues and concepts to technical and non-technical clients, contractors, and staff
- Develop and maintain positive business relationships with clients, government officials, contractors, etc.
- Prepare proposals and cost estimates
- Track and evaluate project progress and budgets
- Create, maintain, and review accurate and confidential records and prepare easily understandable reports and documentation
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Engineering (civil / geotechnical / geological)
- Professional Engineering license required
- Minimum 5 years experience
- A valid driver’s license, with clean driving record
- Must have good written & verbal communication skills, including conflict resolution skills
- Ability to work safely and ethically at all times
- Positive work attitude
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, project site specifications, and procedure manuals
- Ability to work on and manage multiple tasks
- Ability to physically maneuver construction sites, excavations, and uneven terrain
Benefits for Full-Time PPI Employees
The salary for the Materials Engineer is commensurate with experience. PPI offers a comprehensive benefit package, including a Company culture that supports a healthy work-life balance. All new hires are subject to pre-employment drug screening, background check, medical physical, and a 90-day probationary period. After successful completion of the 90-day probationary period, PPI’s benefit package includes:
- 12 hours of paid time off (PTO) accrual per month (18 days per year)
- 6 paid holidays
- Health insurance coverage
- 401K retirement plan, including Company match
- Term life insurance coverage
- Supplemental benefit options (vision, dental, etc.)
PPI is an EEO Employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: One location
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