Construction Materials Testing Team Lead

We are seeking a Construction Materials Testing Team Lead to join our Durham office. You will manage our construction materials inspection, testing, and laboratory group, interfacing with other construction materials practice area leads across the Southeast and the U.S. Your Impact Lead an established team on projects associated with construction management, construction quality assurance, special inspections, materials testing, and laboratory testing in both construction materials and geotechnical applications. Lead and support business development and strategic planning efforts to increase market share in the local market. Recruit, hire staff, and direct project staffing assignments to meet client, contract, and company business objectives. Manage and coordinate project teams, ensuring the technical quality of deliverables. Support financial, project management, backlog, and utilization reporting requirements. Serve as the primary interface with client representatives. Make quick decisions requiring sound judgment and experience. Interact with regulatory agencies, construction contractors, and clients in a confident and professional manner. Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct. Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs. Who You Are Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Geology, or Business is preferred. 10+ years of industry experience with leading teams, managing projects, and sound knowledge of laboratory tests, field testing, and special inspections. Excellent organization skills and ability to multi-task. Positive experience dealing directly with client representatives. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships and experience in proposal preparation. Strong work ethic and demonstrated ability to work on project teams. Strong MS Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Effective interpersonal and communication skills. Highly capable self-leadership with attention to detail, multi-tasking, and prioritization of responsibilities. Ability to work independently and provide guidance and leadership to junior team or project members. Developed critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies. Ability to work schedules conducive to project-specific requirements. Occasional travel may be required. Must successfully complete and pass WSP's Motor Vehicle screening. This role is subject to a client-mandated drug/alcohol testing policy. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of AMRL and CCRL Laboratory Accreditations. PE desired but not required. Local presence and contacts in the Raleigh-Durham construction market. Job Data by YubHub .