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Schnabel Engineering Geotechnical and Materials Construction Project Manager in Glen Allen, Virginia
Description
Schnabel is an employee-owned, professional engineering and consulting firm that focuses on solving problems related to the earth and environment through specialization in geotechnical, geostructural, tunnel, and dam engineering. Schnabel’s high standards for quality, business ethics, and concern for the communities in which we live are a vital part of who we are. Schnabel is an ENR Top 500 Design Firm with 550+ employees in 25 offices throughout the United States.
Recognized by CE News as one of the Best Engineering Firms to Work for, Schnabel provides employees with a competitive benefits package including maternity leave, tuition reimbursement for continuing education, health, dental, life and disability insurance and a wellness program. As an employee-owned company, through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan, Schnabel employees directly benefit from the success of our growing firm.
Benefit options include:
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Employee life & ADD insurance (100% company-paid)
Short-term disability (100% company-paid)
Long-term disability
Supplemental life insurance
401(k) and profit-sharing plan
Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
Bonus program
Paid time off
9 Paid Holidays
Wellness program
Professional development and tuition reimbursement
Job Description:
Are you looking for interesting, challenging, and meaningful work, a fun and flexible atmosphere, and opportunities to learn, grow, and excel? If so, then welcome to Schnabel! We approach problems with creativity and innovation. The Glen Allen/Richmond office of Schnabel Engineering is seeking a Geotechnical and Materials Construction Project Manager to join our team of engineers and geologists. We are looking for a motivated candidate with an interest in working on our nation’s critical infrastructure, a desire to develop both field and analytical skills, and a desire to be part of a strong team of geologists and engineers.
Job Responsibilities:
Lead the completion of construction materials testing and Special Inspections for building and infrastructure projects including budget management and client communication
Develop construction materials testing and Special Inspections proposals including scope of work and fee estimates
Preparation of reports related to routine construction materials testing as well as reports regarding exploration of existing structures or evaluation of construction materials related issues
Familiar with reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications
Understand inspection and testing requirements for foundations, earthwork, concrete, masonry, reinforcing steel, fireproofing, and asphalt
Interpretation of soil boring logs, geotechnical reports, and laboratory test data, and development of geotechnical construction recommendations
Troubleshooting and interpretation of construction materials test results and geotechnical and structural materials issues during construction
Perform construction observations to evaluate problems or complex conditions or as occasionally needed for more routine services
Scheduling and coordination during construction phases
Management and training of construction materials testing staff working on your projects
Communicate effectively with clients, business partners, subconsultants, and Schnabel team members
Required Skills/Experience:
Experience conducting construction materials field and laboratory testing in accordance with AASHTO, ASTM, VDOT and USACOE Standards
Experience with interpreting construction materials field and laboratory data
Project Management Experience
Familiar with heavy civil construction means and methods
Excellent oral and written communications skills
Strong professional work ethic and desire to perform at a high level
Ability to work independently or as part of a multi-person team
Attention to detail and well-organized
Willingness and ability to perform field work and travel, typically locally (within about 1 hour from the office)
Ability to lift 60 pounds and be physically able to negotiate construction sites, enter trenches, climb ladders and work outside
Preferred Skills/Experience:
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program
3 to 5+ years of relevant construction related geotechnical and/or materials engineering experience in consulting
Licensed Professional Engineer or EIT with ability to obtain PE within a year
As an alternative to a Civil Engineering degree and engineering license, candidates with 15+ years of experience in construction materials testing and ICC, AWS, or NICET Level 3+ certifications may be considered
Other Requirements:
Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record and credit check
Ability to pass a pre-employment screening
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)