Job Description
This Opportunity
WSP's Engineered Construction team is growing, and we have opportunities for Construction Materials Testing Technicians in Charlotte, NC to perform field inspections and observations for commercial, industrial, and transportation related construction projects. We are seeking experienced construction engineering inspectors with ACI and other certifications.
Your Impact
- Perform testing on general building sites and facilities
- Interpret project plans and specifications for compliance with projects requirements
- Perform soil density testing using both nuclear gauge and sand cone in accordance with ASTM and project specifications on site at commercial construction projects
- Perform sampling and testing of concrete in accordance with ASTM and project specifications
- Prepare and submit written field reports summarizing daily activities / observations and density calculations and results
- Observe proof rolls, undercut operations, perform footing inspections with dynamic cone penetrometer, and inspect rebar
- Test and work in accordance with Company safety policies
- Monitor work procedures for compliance with project specifications
- Interact with client representative (supervisors, foremen, project managers, engineers, etc.) at project sites
- Perform analysis or calculations to check accuracy, applicability and reasonableness of testing data
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalentMinimum 3 years related experienceValid Driver's LicenseReliability - must be able to arrive at designated project sites prior to scheduled timesAbility to prepare reports and documentationStrong written and verbal communication skillsBasic knowledge of ExcelFlexibility to work outside normal business hours as requiredMust pass physical, background check, and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policyPreferred Qualifications
1+ year Construction Materials Testing experience either on commercial projects or on transportation construction projectsRecent graduate with BS in Civil Engineering or Construction ManagementACI Field Level I certification (concrete sampling and field testing)ICC special inspection certificationsTroxler or equivalent nuclear gauge certificationAbility to evaluate soil subgrade prior to placement of fill and perform standard soil Proctor and moisture checksAbility to read and understand site grading and structural drawingsOther NCDOT certificationsPhysical Demands
Physical examination required to obtain medical clearance to workAbility to stoop, kneel and to routinely lift and carry 50 poundsClean driving record and capable of being insured for driving company vehiclesAble to work in variable outside conditions, including extreme heat or coldLI-SR1