Construction Materials Services Manager

Construction Materials Services Manager

Requisition Number: 2025-1820-09

Are you a leader seeking a challenging opportunity to grow your career with a firm committed to our employees and providing high-quality service to our clients? S&ME is looking for an eager and dedicated full-time Services Manager to join our Construction Services team in Huntsville, Alabama.

At S&ME, we have a history of delivering innovative geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction material testing for over 50 years. Over the decades, we have grown into a trusted partner for clients across various industries, including transportation, energy, water, waste management, education, government, commercial, industrial, and more. Our commitment to technical excellence and integrity has established us as a leader in our field.

Why Work at S&ME?

• Professional Growth: We believe in providing continuous learning opportunities, mentorship programs, and a supportive work environment. Let us tell you more about that!
• Innovative Projects: Join a team that works on diverse and challenging projects of all sizes and complexities, including but not limited to airports, solar farms, power plants, schools, trails, mixed-use, sports stadiums, dams, museums, and more.
• Inclusive Culture: Our culture is built on collaboration and mutual respect. We want you to want to come into the office to build relationships, laugh together, learn from each other, and enjoy the time with your teammates and colleagues.
• Work-Life Balance: We believe in a flexible working environment, allowing you and your manager to determine how you can work most effectively and collaboratively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments.
• Community Impact: Our work creates lasting, positive impacts on the communities we serve. We pride ourselves on our technical excellence, quality work, and client satisfaction to continue making a difference.

About the Role:

As a Construction Materials Services Manager, you will lead our Construction Materials and Special Inspection team. You will make 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.

• 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.

About You:

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

Are You Willing and Able to:

Perform the physical demands of the position with the use of company-provided Personal Protective Equipment such as:

• Working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Walking over rough, uneven terrain and standing for potentially up to 12 hours a day
• Routinely lifting and carrying 40-50lbs (field/laboratory samples and equipment)
• Maneuvering field equipment safely, such as a loaded wheelbarrow, on uneven ground around active construction sites

Grow With Us:

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. S&ME provides a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family, as well as career development resources. Grow and thrive with us at S&ME!

• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401K with Company Matching
• PTO with Rollover
• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Employee Recognition Program
• Credential Incentive Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Vehicle with Fuel Card for Project-Based Work
• $2,000 Referral Bonuses & More!

Join us at 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.