Senior Construction Materials Consultant

Senior Construction Materials Consultant

Requisition Number: 2026-1360-02

Would you like to take your knowledge and expertise to a place where your voice truly shapes the work, the team, and the community around you? Join us in New Albany, Indiana, as a Senior Consultant on our Construction Services team, and discover an opportunity where your leadership fuels meaningful impact, professional growth, and a career you can take pride in.

What You Will Do:

As a Senior Consultant, you will bring strong construction materials expertise and sound technical judgment to guide complex projects with confidence. You'll serve as a trusted advisor and collaborative leader, elevating quality, supporting teams, and strengthening client relationships. Your blend of technical insight and leadership will make you a key contributor to our growth and reputation for exceptional service.

• Lead Technical Project Delivery: Oversee construction materials testing and special inspections, ensuring technical accuracy, quality, and on-time project execution.
• Mentor & Develop Staff: Provide training, guidance, and oversight to field and lab personnel, supporting team performance and professional growth.
• Oversee Field & Lab Operations: Manage daily field activities, coordinate laboratory testing, verify data accuracy, and uphold quality-control standards.
• Produce Reports & Support Proposals: Prepare high-quality reports, perform technical computations, review project data, and contribute to proposal development.
• Strengthen Client Relationships: Serve as a primary client contact, communicate project updates, resolve issues, and support ongoing business development efforts.

What We Are Looking For:

We are looking for someone who brings a positive, solution-oriented mindset and enjoys working closely with both clients and teammates. Someone who communicates clearly, stays steady under pressure, and naturally supports others when challenges arise. They build strong relationships, foster a culture of learning and accountability, and take pride in delivering great work, helping elevate the team, our projects, and the overall client experience.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in construction management or a similar technical field required, OR equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience: Minimum of 15 years of related professional experience
• Certifications: Active industry-related certifications such as:
  
  
  
  • American Concrete Institute (ACI): Field Testing Grade I; Strength Testing Technician; Laboratory Technician
  • International Code Council (ICC): Special Inspector (Reinforced Concrete, Masonry, Soils)
  
  
  
  
• Key Competencies
  
  
  
  • Excellent business and technical writing skills
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Must be able to effectively lead teams with varying responsibilities and tasks
  
  
  
  

Working Conditions and Physical Demands:

This role involves hands-on work in outdoor environments, and with Company-provided Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), you'll need to be comfortable with:

• Working outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Walking over rough, uneven terrain and standing (potentially up to 12 hours a day)
• Routinely lifting and carrying 40-50lbs (field/laboratory samples and equipment)
• Working outside of normal business hours and traveling (typically out-of-town and/or overnight) as project needs arise

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.

What We Offer:

Comprehensive Health & Wellness Programs

• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options - plus no medical premium increase in 2026
• Wellness Program offering $50 off per month on 2027 premiums
• Pet Insurance for your furry family members

Ownership & Financial Perks

• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with a 5% company contribution
• 401(k) Retirement Plan to help you plan ahead
• Term Life & Long-Term Care Coverage - available Spring 2026

Work-Life Balance & Career Development

• Paid Holidays, PTO with rollover options, and Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Mentorship & Career Development Programs, Tuition Reimbursement, and Credential Incentive Program
• Employee Recognition Program, $2,000 Referral Bonuses, and a company vehicle & fuel card for project-based roles

If you're passionate about making an impact and want to work with a firm committed to our employees and providing quality service to our clients, we'd love to hear from you!

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.