Construction Materials Testing Technician

Our Business

We are a global leader in environmental consulting - made stronger with the recent acquisition of Wood’s Environment & Infrastructure business and Golder - with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change.  As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe.

This Opportunity

WSP’s Engineered Construction team is growing and we have opportunities for Construction Materials Testing Technicians in Asheville, NC to perform field inspections and observations for commercial, industrial, and transportation related construction projects. We are seeking experienced construction engineering inspectors with ACI and other certifications.  

Your Impact

• Perform testing on general building sites and facilities


• Interpret project plans and specifications for compliance with projects requirements


• Perform soil density testing using both nuclear gauge and sand cone in accordance with ASTM and project specifications on site at commercial construction projects


• Perform sampling and testing of concrete in accordance with ASTM and project specifications


• Prepare and submit written field reports summarizing daily activities/observations and density calculations and results


• Observe proofrolls, undercut operations, perform footing inspections with dynamic cone penetrometer, and inspect rebar


• Test and work in accordance with Company safety policies


• Monitor work procedures for compliance with project specifications


• Interact with client representative (supervisors, foremen, project managers, engineers, etc.) at project sites


• Perform analysis or calculations to check accuracy, applicability and reasonableness of testing data

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent 


• Minimum 3 years related experience


• Valid Driver’s License


• Reliability – must be able to arrive at designated project sites prior to scheduled times


• Ability to prepare reports and documentation


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Basic knowledge of Excel


• Flexibility to work outside normal business hours as required


• Must pass physical, background check, and must have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the Company's driving (MVR) policy

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year+ Construction Materials Testing experience either on commercial projects or on transportation construction projects


• Recent graduate with BS in Civil Engineering or Construction Management


• ACI Field Level I certification (concrete sampling and field testing)


• Troxler or equivalent certification


• Ability to evaluate soil subgrade prior to placement of fill and perform standard soil Proctor and moisture checks


• Ability to read and understand site grading drawings


• Other NCDOT certifications 

Physical Demands 

• Physical examination required to obtain medical clearance to work


• Ability to stoop, kneel and to routinely lift and carry 50 pounds


• Clean driving record and capable of being insured for driving company vehicles


• Able to work in variable outside conditions, including extreme heat or cold

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