Geotechnical Drilling Project Manager Job Listing at Intertek in Houston, TX (Job ID 9210)

Description

Geotechnical Drilling Project Manager - Houston, Texas

Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Geotechnical Drilling Project Manager to join our Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in Houston, Texas. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.

Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of construction assurance, testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

What are we looking for?

The Geotechnical Drilling Project Manager is responsible for managing and maintaining a fleet of drill rigs (i.e. Simco, CME, Diedrich and Geoprobe rigs of various models and years in service). Schedule, direct and dispatch field resources (people and equipment) to accomplish project activities including drilling supplies, instrumentation supplies, coordination of water sources and schedule routine drilling equipment and safety device replacements.

In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more. 

What you'll do:

• Review Field Scopes of Work with Project Leaders to clearly define field objectives
• Maintain State and Federal DOT records for drill rigs, support vehicles and personnel
• Coordinate, schedule, and arrange the calibration of field drill rig equipment and access permissions with property owners and/or on-site personnel
• Perform site visits for accessibility evaluation, borehole locating, and documenting existing site conditions
• Request, coordinate and maintain public and/or private utility clearance
• Establish and maintain Client relationships and develop new project opportunities
• Train field staff including drillers and driller assistants in current and new drilling techniques, sampling techniques, instrumentation installations, calibration, and safety practices
• Perform field equipment safety and operational capacity audits/inspections
• Responsible for maintenance of fleet vehicles, drill rigs, and standalone core machines
• Assist with project billing functions, client follow up and account collection

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.  

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent 
• 5 years' experience in geotechnical drilling services and/or heavy machinery
• 2 years' experience supervising others
• Valid driver's license and reliable driving record is required
• Travel up to 25%
• Ability to be at the office before 7:00am every day
• Ability to lift, move, push and pull up to 50 pounds frequently; Occasionally, over 50 pounds with assistance
• 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

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) 

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers' expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Intertek's network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.eeo@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

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*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.