Job Description:

Materials Engineer (Rail, Tunnel, Stations, Roads, Highway)

• Materials Engineer is assigned to coordinate the work and record keeping of the materials review, testing and approval.

• Field testing set-up, organization, maintenance and operation.

• Review of materials submittals, mix design for concrete and asphalt in accordance to the project specification, witnessing of design mix process

• Supervision of staff assistants performing sampling of materials, and coordination with the testing laboratory.

• Participate in sampling, monitor testing, record keeping and reporting in accordance with:

• Employer’s Policy and Procedures Directives.

• Materials Testing Manual

• Standard Methods of Sampling and Testing

• Construction Supervision Manual

• Project Plans and Specifications

• Construction Supervision Directives

• Copy all test results to the Assistant Resident Engineer/ Resident Engineer and the Contractor

• Report any failing or “borderline” test results immediately to the the Assistant Resident Engineer/ Resident Engineer.  Monitor and document the remedial action taken to meet Specifications.

• Coordinate with the Inspector in charge of the work to confirm approval of the work for testing and discuss areas of concern.

• Coordinate with the contractor on work priorities and schedules.

• Perform sampling and testing as quickly and efficient as possible to avoid undue delay to the Contractor’s operations.

• Perform regular checks of material delivered to the project for conformance with the approved source or supplier.

• Maintain neat accurate records.

• Monitor the frequency and number of tests required for every operation.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering with minimum 10+ years demonstrable experience in Concrete, Materials and Quality Control and on major Rail, Tunnel, Stations, Road, Highway and general infrastructure projects preferably in the Gulf region.

• Should be able to review and justify the material submissions analyze laboratory and technical reports, carry out acceptance sampling plans, testing and quality measures, ensuring the compliance with the project’s Specifications.

• Must have a sound knowledge about contractual relationships.

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran.