Materials Director
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Technical Director to lead a team of special inspectors and material testers. The Director will be responsible for driving business growth while effectively managing an operations team of Engineers, Field Technicians, Special Inspections Personnel, and more. This role involves overseeing multiple sites and managing the Profit and Loss (P&L) function of the business. The Director will partner with leaders to grow all aspects of the business.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversight of all work within the portfolio
- Full ownership of the P&L
- Responsibility for revenue, cost, and EBIT for the region
- Review and sign/seal laboratory test reports (Asphalt, Concrete, Soil, Masonry)
- Identify and improve processes to enhance efficiencies and margins
- Coordinate with other groups to create synergies and exceed goals
- Conduct operational sales to grow the Quote and Order book
- Research and promote new business opportunities
- Participate in technical trade or association meetings
- Serve as a technical resource to management and major clients
- Make business recommendations on capital expenditures and other initiatives
- Perform other duties as required
Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Science or Business preferred
- Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of New York and New Jersey
- Hold all required accreditations and certifications to operate a Materials testing lab
- 15+ years of relevant lab testing and special inspection industry experience
- 10+ years of supervisory or managerial experience in commercial construction
- Knowledge and experience in managing engineering projects and personnel
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong leadership and team-building skills
- Self-motivated and assertive
- Technical competence to interpret and communicate test procedures and results
- Understanding of project specification development and construction industry drawings
- Familiarity with industry organizations involved in writing test methods and specifications
- Ability to manage subordinates and organize workload effectively
- Willingness to travel as needed
- Valid Driver's License and clean driving record
If you are a dynamic leader with a passion for driving business growth and managing a talented team, we encourage you to apply.
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