Senior Construction Materials Engineering Technician

Senior Construction Materials Engineering Technician

Requisition Number: 2025-1830-08

S&ME is looking for a motivated and passionate Senior Construction Materials Engineering Technician to join our Construction Services team in Lexington, Kentucky. Are you ready to contribute your knowledge and experience to meaningful projects? Join us at S&ME!

As a Senior Construction Materials Testing Technician, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safety, quality, and compliance of construction projects through expert-level testing and inspection of materials such as soil, concrete, asphalt, and masonry. Your deep technical knowledge and field experience will directly impact the structural integrity of infrastructure projects, while your leadership and mentorship will help shape the next generation of technicians. You'll be a trusted resource on job sites, interpreting plans and specifications, maintaining high standards of accuracy, and fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence. This role requires adaptability, as you'll work outdoors in varying weather conditions, manage a fluctuating schedule, and occasionally support projects during weekends or holidays.

Your Day-to-Day:

• Lead Field Testing & Inspections: Conduct testing of soil, concrete, asphalt, and masonry materials, ensuring compliance with project specifications and building codes.
• Mentor and Develop Junior Technicians: Provide on-the-job training, technical guidance to less experienced staff, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented team culture.
• Coordinate and Interpret Project Requirements: Review construction plans and specifications to determine testing needs, assign tasks to team members, and ensure timely, accurate reporting of results.
• Maintain Equipment and Accreditation Standards: Oversee the calibration and upkeep of testing equipment, ensuring compliance with AASHTO, ASTM, and other relevant quality standards.
• Adapt to Dynamic Schedules and Field Demands: Embrace a flexible work schedule that may include early mornings, weekends, or holidays, and remain responsive to shifting project timelines and field conditions.

What You Bring:

• A High School diploma/GED
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in construction testing/inspections of soil, concrete, masonry, and/or asphalt materials
• Six(6) or more active certifications:




• American Concrete Institute (ACI): Field Testing Grade I; Strength Testing Technician; Laboratory Technician
• International Code Council (ICC): Special Inspector (Reinforced Concrete, Masonry, Soils)
• DOT Certifications in the fields of Aggregate, Conventional Density, Asphalt, and Concrete




• Effective communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing) using the English language
• Math skills with a basic understanding of weight, volume, pressure, and units of measure

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, uneven terrain and standing for potentially up to 12 hours a day
• Routinely lifting and carrying 40-50lbs (field/laboratory samples and equipment)
• Maneuvering field equipment safely, such as a loaded wheelbarrow, on uneven ground around active construction sites

We Are S&ME:

At S&ME, we're committed to your growth, professionally and personally. With over 50 years of experience delivering innovative solutions in geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction materials engineering, we've built a strong foundation for long-term careers. Our team of 1,000+ employee-owners across 10+ states works together to create meaningful impact for our clients and communities. When you join S&ME, you become part of a collaborative, honest, and people-focused culture that invests in your success. We offer exciting project opportunities, ongoing training, and a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family. This is more than a job; it's a place to grow, thrive, and build a future.

Here's what you can look forward to:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options - with no medical premium increase in 2026
• Wellness Program - $50 off per month on your 2027 premiums!
• Pet Insurance
• Term Life & Long-Term Care Coverage - available Spring 2026
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with a 5% company contribution
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO) - with rollover options
• Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Mentorship & Career Development Programs
• Credential Incentive Program - get rewarded for advancing your skills
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition Program
• Company Vehicle & Fuel Card - for project-based roles
• $2,000 Employee Referral Bonuses - and more!

If you are seeking a challenging and rewarding career with a firm committed to our employees and providing quality service to our clients, join our team!

This full-time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.