This position is expected to be a field assignment near Valparaiso, IN. 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.

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

Essential skills and experience:

• Five 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.

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.