Project Manager

Certerra is a leading provider of construction materials testing, special inspection, and geotechnical services across New York. Our team supports infrastructure that connects and sustains communities - from bridges and highways to water treatment plants, schools, hospitals and transit systems. We are committed to delivering quality data, responsive service, and technical excellence across every project.

Position Overview:

The Regional Project Manager (New York) will build client relationships, lead project teams, and mentor field/lab personnel for the New York region. This position blends leadership with hands-on project management. The ideal candidate is a seller/doer who can identify, bid, win, and manage complex projects comprising of soils, concrete, and HMA. This role requires a strong understanding of state, federal, and local quality control testing and inspection processes on heavy civil projects such as bridges, roads, and other public works infrastructure. The successful candidate will bring technical depth, leadership experience, and strong financial management skills to ensure project excellence and client satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee project execution, QC/QA processes from initial client engagement through to project completion.
• Act as a seller/doer by identifying, bidding, winning, and managing key regional projects.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, engineers, and other project stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships while identifying opportunities to expand existing accounts and secure new business.
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, staffing, resource allocation, and financial performance.
• Coordinate and supervise field and laboratory personnel to ensure quality service delivery and project efficiency.
• Review and interpret project specifications, construction documents, testing results, and technical reports.
• Ensure compliance with ASTM, AASHTO, NYDOT, NJDOT, CTDOT, FAA, and Federal test methods.
• Monitor project performance, address operational challenges, and implement solutions to maintain client satisfaction.
• Collaborate with business development and operational leadership to support strategic growth initiatives.
• Represent Certerra at industry events, associations, and community engagements.
• Review proposals and negotiate contracts.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and exceptional customer service.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in heavy civil construction management.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline preferred; equivalent industry experience will be considered.
• General knowledge of heavy civil projects: bridges, roads, and public works.
• Familiarity with NYDOT specifications and requirements
• Understanding of QC testing and inspection processes for earthwork, concrete, and HMA
• Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and testing requirements.
• Strong leadership and mentorship skills with the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams.
• Effective, charismatic verbal and written communication skills to foster strong client and team relationships.
• Ability to lead meetings, resolve conflicts, and build consensus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Project).
• Ability to learn and implement new software and technologies as adopted by the firm.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to project sites as needed.

Licenses & Certifications

• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record required.
• PE (Civil) license preferred
• Any relevant certifications such as ICC, AWS, NICET, ACI, NYSHMA, NYSQC/QA, NJSAT preferred not required.
• Complete knowledge of Density Profiling Systems (DPS) using PaveScan 2.0.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. This Company is dedicated to both the letter and the spirit of the equal opportunity employment laws. All applicants and all employees will be evaluated based on their ability, competence, and performance of the essential functions of their positions. There will be no discrimination based on race, sex, national origin, religion, age 40 and over, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other classification which may be protected by federal, state, or local laws. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we specifically offer equal opportunity for all employees or job applicants who may have a physical or mental disability. Such people will be hired based on their ability to perform the essential functions of the job in question. Likewise, their work will be evaluated on their performance of these essential functions. We will offer reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities, to the extent that Company resources allow without undue hardship. As part of our equal employment policy, there will be no wage differentials based on gender, between men and women employed in the same establishment, on jobs that require equal skill, effort, and responsibility, and which are performed under similar working conditions.