Sargent & Lundy

Material Manager - Field Assignment

Sargent & Lundy$118K — $180K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Ten years of experience in material management.
  • Understanding of the construction process across various disciplines.
  • Proven ability to build client relationships.
  • Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
  • Good interpersonal skills for guiding others effectively.
  • Knowledge of safety and quality guidelines on large job sites.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
  • OSHA 10 or 30 certification.

Responsibilities

  • Track and confirm all deliveries to ensure timely arrival.
  • Unload and organize materials for efficient access.
  • Inspect equipment for damage and communicate findings accurately.
  • Prepare and group materials for construction tasks.
  • Verify invoices to ensure financial accuracy.
  • Monitor material usage by contractors to prevent shortages.
  • Address material shortages promptly to avoid project delays.
  • Participate in update meetings, providing real-time inventory updates.
  • Maintain site safety and cleanliness while adhering to compliance standards.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare plans including medical, dental, and vision.
  • Life and accident insurance options available.
  • Disability coverage provided for employees.
  • Employee assistance program for personal support.
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA) options.
  • 401(k) plan for retirement savings with company contributions.
  • Paid annual personal/sick days and vacation time.
  • Tuition assistance for continued education and licensure support.
  • Flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Description

This position is expected to be a field assignment in the southern region of the United States. The location of the assignment can vary depending on the job and/or client. We do offer per diem for those that qualify.

 

Position Overview:

The Material Manager will work closely with all project team members and closely supervise all contractor and sub-contractor employees throughout the material management process. Our Material Managers must be highly organized, communicate effectively, work well with a team, and help ensure timely completion of projects in fast-paced environments.

 

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Track Deliveries: Ensures that all incoming materials are accounted for and arrive as scheduled.
  • Unload and Sort Material: Oversee the organization and layout of materials for use to maximize accessibility and efficiency.
  • Communicate Any Damaged Materials: Inspect major equipment deliveries for defects, thoroughly document, and communicate in a timely manner.
  • Prepare Material for Construction: Group materials needed for specific tasks, streamlining the workflow for construction teams.
  • Track and Confirm Invoices: Verify that deliveries match invoices, maintaining financial accuracy and accountability.
  • Track Material Taken by Contractors: Monitor usage to ensure materials are only used as planned and prevent shortages and missing materials.
  • Communicate Any Shortage in Materials: Quickly addressing shortages, preventing costly project delays.
  • Participate in Material Update Meetings: Provide real-time updates on inventory, adjustments, and requirements, enhancing coordination.
  • Participate in Overall Project Update Meetings: Ensure alignment with broader project goals and enables proactive problem-solving.
  • Keep all documentation up to date for internal and external project members.
  • Ensure the job site remains safe, clean, and orderly.
  • Ensure compliance with safety, health, and quality standards.
Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

 

Essential skills and experience:

  • Ten or more years of experience involving material management.
  • Knowledge of the construction process and an understanding of a process approach to accomplishing the overall construction of a project involving various disciplines of work.
  • Demonstrated client relationship-building experience.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Good interpersonal skills and ability to work with and guide others in potentially adversarial situations.
  • Knowledge of quality, safety, and health guidelines for sizeable industrial construction job sites.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
  • Organizational and time-management skills.
  • OSHA 10 or 30
Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

 

Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance
  • Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Life & Accident Insurance
  • Disability Coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Back-Up Daycare
  • FSA & HSA
  • 401(k)
  • Pre-Tax Commuter Account
  • Merit Scholarship Program
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Corporate Charitable Giving Program
  • Tuition Assistance
  • First Professional Licensure Bonus
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Bereavement Leave
  • Flexible Work Arrangements
Compensation Range$118,023 - $180,313 Transparency StatementSargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus. Awards & Recognition

About Sargent & Lundy

Sargent & Lundy is an engineering consulting firm that provides comprehensive engineering, energy business consulting, and project services for power generation and transmission projects. The company was founded in 1891 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Sargent & Lundy has a team of over 2,000 professionals who have extensive experience in the power industry and can provide clients with innovative solutions to complex challenges. The company has worked on a wide range of projects including nuclear power plants, fossil fuel power plants, and renewable energy projects.
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