Project Manager - Construction Materials Testing
Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is searching for a Project Manager to join our Building & Construction team in our Houston, Texas office. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry!
How you’ll make an impact at Intertek:
Performs a variety of assignments that include independent evaluations using standard techniques, procedures and criteria, using judgment to make minor adoptions and modifications to these standards
Maintains Client relationships, leverages and develops new project opportunities
Reviews project setup
Prepares advanced proposals for internal and external review and follow up
Directs technical team and admin to accomplish project activities
Engage Legal and Principal Consultant for non-standard proposals and contracts
Monitor project budget and initiate change orders
Review, Prepare and Submit invoices
Perform project close out duties
Review and Sign Test Reports
Project Scope and Budget Management
Ensure project quality and client satisfaction
Oversees lab testing progress
Performs dispatching and scheduling of field staff
Attends project meetings
Communicates effectively with client and project teams
Trains field and lab staff
Performs equipment calibrations
May perform staff quality audits
Assists with account collection follow up and project billing functions
Must be aware of, and adhere to, safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety, as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work
What it takes to be successful in this role:
Associates Degree in Science Field is required
Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management is preferred
10 years’ experience in Construction Materials Testing is required
Effective communication skills (written, verbal and listening) and solid interpersonal skills are required
External (or task related) certifications based on region and state preferred
Internal PMCP completion within 6 months of hire
Ability to lead and supervise others
Must be able to work off shift and overtime as needed
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift, move, push and pull 30 to 50 pounds occasionally
Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, (hearing) and to make the discriminations in sound
Ability to kneel and squat occasionally
Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time
Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions, including hot and cold temperatures
Ability to climb occasionally, and work at various heights
Ability to work over night hours and off shift
Why work for Intertek-PSI?
Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting solutions in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing. Through these risk management and quality assurance services, we ensure the reliability, safety and performance of our client’s new developments, existing assets, and facilities.
Intertek-PSI is a part of Intertek's Building and Construction division, a suite of Intertek brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture, engineering, and construction disciplines, developing the most innovative product and project solutions.
Intertek is a leading global provider of Total Quality Assurance services for a multitude of industries. Through a comprehensive network of over 1,000 laboratories and offices situated in over 100 countries, Intertek provides innovative and tailored Assurance, Testing, Inspection, and Certification (ATIC) solutions for its clients' operations and supply chains. At Intertek, we exercise our spirit of innovation, the passion of our people and our unmatched customer commitment to realize our purpose of making the world an ever better, safer, and more sustainable place for all. Learn more about Our History and What We Do.
Intertek is known for its client-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts, but it's more than just a global network of specialists—it's a community of individuals working together to bring quality, safety, and sustainability to life.
What we have to offer:
When Working with Intertek (https://www.intertek.com/careers/north-america/working-with-intertek/) , you can expect salary and benefit package competitively placed within the local market, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement and more.
Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, all hires are required to pass a pre-employment drug test.
Intertek believes that Our People (https://d95zk70sfear3.cloudfront.net/intranet-intertek-com/media/stories/2017/our-people-480p.mp4) are our strongest tool for success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (https://www.intertek.com/careers/eeo-diversity/) and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status or on the basis of disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email [email protected] ([email protected]) or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.
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