Construction Engineering Technician - Entry Level

Construction Materials Engineering Technician - Entry Level

Requisition Number: 2024-1260-02

S&ME is searching for a dynamic and passionate full-time Construction Engineering Technician ready to join our Construction Services team in Greenville-Spartanburg, South Carolina.

What You Will Do:

As a Construction Materials Engineering Technician, you will make a difference! The field testing and observations of construction materials you perform each day help ensure compliance with industry standards and project specifications. You will see construction projects from beginning to end, documenting the successful placement and use of soil, concrete, rebar, asphalt, aggregate, and other building materials. It is our job to make sure it is "built right", and at S&ME we take that responsibility very seriously. Join us and become part of the team that makes construction a success.

• Reviewing plans and specifications in preparation for field observations on construction sites
• Documenting field activities, observations, and testing results on projects
• Daily use of Metafield, and/or other field and laboratory information management system
• Calibrating field and laboratory equipment to industry codes and standards
• Perform Special Inspection observations per the International Building Code (IBC)
• Communicating daily with management staff, general contractors, and clients

Who You Are:

• High school diploma/GED
• 0-2 years of experience in construction testing/inspections of soil, concrete, masonry, and/or asphalt materials
• Effective communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing) using the English language
• Ability to complete data entry into multiple software applications on a smart device

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

You are willing and able to perform the physical demands of this position with the use of Company-provided Personal Protective Equipment such as:

• Working outdoors the majority of the time in varying weather conditions
• Walking over rough and uneven terrain
• Standing up to 8 hours a day, up to 12 hours on occasion
• Routinely lifting and carrying 40-50lbs, (field/laboratory samples and equipment)
• Maneuver field equipment safely, such as a loaded wheelbarrow, on uneven ground and around active construction sites
• Traveling out-of-town (typically overnight) for assignments as necessary
• Working outside of normal business hours when necessary

Who We Are:

We are engineers, scientists, and designers. At S&ME, as a 100% employee-owned company, we take pride in offering a thriving environment that fosters continuous development and growth. With a history spanning over 50 years in the geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials fields, we consistently provide innovative solutions to address our clients' most intricate challenges. With over 1000 employee-owners spanning 10+ states, we value individuals who are eager, passionate, honest, and hardworking, as they contribute to the lasting positive impacts, we make on the communities we serve. Together, we have a vested interest in our company's success and delivery of responsive, quality service to our clients, which drives us to do our best every day.

Check out this video: to hear directly from our employee-owners and learn how you can grow and thrive with us.

What We Offer:

We offer competitive pay and benefits, including ESOP and well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance in your career. We also 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.

If you are a passionate and experienced geotechnical engineer seeking a challenging opportunity with a firm committed to our employees and providing excellence, please visit our careers page: to apply and learn more about us!

This is a full-time position with competitive pay based on experience. The successful candidate must meet the requirements of the company's Fleet Management Program, Substance Policy, and Reference Check Program. Submit resume, cover letter, and salary expectations for consideration. Only qualified candidates with acceptable employment eligibility verification (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not provided. S&ME reserves the right to fill this position with an internal or external candidate at any time during the search. S&ME is not responsible for unauthorized job postings or submissions of resumes using external links/websites.

No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.