Careers
Field Services Manager
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Join Ascent Consulting & Engineering, LLC, a dynamic and expanding firm in Bridgeport, West Virginia, where exciting opportunities await! We specialize in a wide range of services, including consulting, engineering, environmental, surveying, and construction services. At Ascent, we foster a collaborative and engaging work environment, offering competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package, and a variety of employee perks to enhance your work-life balance. We believe in investing in our team and are committed to your growth and success. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome diverse talent to help us continue to thrive and innovate.
The Ascent team is seeking an experienced leader to manage our field service, materials testing, and inspection division. As the Field Services Manager, you will oversee Construction Materials Testing and Inspection operations, field/lab technicians, project deliverables, quality control, compliance, and staff growth. To be a successful candidate for this position, the candidate should have a civil construction background, knowledge, and technical abilities in materials standards for the WVDOH, be highly organized, and possess excellent communication skills.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure staff is adequately trained to perform job responsibilities for clients.
- Guarantee projects are adhering to CMT engineering best practices.
- Perform technical review of reports, calculations, and specifications.
- Develop and ensure company/client safety standards and quality control procedures are being met.
- Set goals for field service groups and develop staff skills through training and certifications.
- Develop client relationships, expand services, and promote the company to potential clients across markets.
- Ability to take courses or certifications to grow technical skill set.
Required Qualifications:
- At least 10 years of experience, in fields related to civil engineering, transportation, site/civil construction projects, conducting laboratory testing, construction observation, field testing, site grading, or other services.
- 3-5 years of management experience related to field personnel and project oversight.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
- Ability to learn and obtain certifications related to industry needs.
Preferred Certifications:
- Associate or Bachelor’s Degree.
- WVDOH TRET Level IV
- WVDOH Materials Certifications in asphalt, compaction, soil, aggregate or other.
- ACI Certifications field concrete testing, aggregate testing, laboratory concrete testing, Non-destructive testing, or other.
- National or State Certifications such as ACI, NICET, NACE.
- Safety certifications such as First Aid/CPR, OSHA-10, PEC Safeland or other related certifications.
Ascent Consulting & Engineering, LLC offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision insurance, company vehicle, company-paid short and long-term disability, retirement plan match, paid-time off, and more.
Ascent is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all anti-discrimination laws. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Employment for all candidates will be subject to passing pre-employment drug screens and background checks.
Senior Engineering Project Manager
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Join Ascent Consulting & Engineering, LLC, a dynamic and expanding firm in Bridgeport, West Virginia, where exciting opportunities await! We specialize in a wide range of services, including consulting, engineering, environmental, surveying, and construction services. At Ascent, we foster a collaborative and engaging work environment, offering competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package, and a variety of employee perks to enhance your work-life balance. We believe in investing in our team and are committed to your growth and success. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome diverse talent to help us continue to thrive and innovate.
About the Role: As our Senior Site/Civil Engineering Project Manager, you’ll take the lead in overseeing the design, planning, and execution of complex site/civil engineering projects. You’ll manage multiple projects from conception to completion, working closely with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. Your expertise will be key to optimizing project efficiency, managing resources, and providing technical guidance. If you’re ready to step into a leadership role with a forward-thinking company, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities:
- Lead the planning, design, and implementation of site/civil engineering projects.
- Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources effectively.
- Supervise and mentor engineering staff and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
- Collaborate closely with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies to ensure project success.
- Prepare and review technical reports, proposals, and permit applications.
- Provide technical expertise and problem-solving for project-related issues.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (or related field).
- 10+ years of experience in site/civil engineering industry.
- 5+ years of project management experience.
- Strong knowledge of design software, site planning, and construction practices.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred.
- Proven track record of managing successful projects from start to finish.
Ascent Consulting & Engineering, LLC offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision insurance, company-paid short and long-term disability, retirement plan match, paid-time off, and more.
Ascent is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all anti-discrimination laws. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Employment for all candidates will be subject to passing pre-employment drug screens and background checks.
Transportation Construction Inspector
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Join Ascent Consulting & Engineering, LLC, a dynamic and expanding firm in Bridgeport, West Virginia, where exciting career opportunities await! We specialize in a wide range of services, including consulting, engineering, environmental, surveying, and construction inspection and management services. At Ascent, we foster a collaborative and engaging work environment, offering competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package, and a variety of employee perks to enhance your work-life balance. We believe in investing in our team and are committed to your growth and success. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome diverse talent to help us continue to provide excellent service to our clients.
Summary of Position: As a Transportation Construction Inspector, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the success of construction projects through field and laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials such as soils, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt on transportation-related projects. Your communication skills will be vital as you coordinate with contractors, foremen, project managers, engineering teams, and clients. With opportunities for travel and potential overnight stays, this full-time position offers a dynamic and hands-on experience. If you’re looking for a career with variety, challenge, and the opportunity to grow, take the ASCENT to a better career!
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
- Ability to interpret civil/site construction documents.
- Perform testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials (e.g., soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and others) as directed per training and specified procedures.
- Provide clear documentation of daily activities, project changes, and quantities.
- Maintains equipment and calibration.
- Follows safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects.
- Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
- Ability and willingness to take certification classes to obtain more technical skills.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license with the ability to safely operate a vehicle.
- Materials testing, transportation, and inspection experience are highly desirable.
- West Virginia Department of Highways testing certifications or American Concrete Institute certifications are highly desirable.
Materials Testing Technician
Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Join Ascent Consulting & Engineering, LLC, a dynamic and expanding firm in Bridgeport, West Virginia, where exciting career opportunities await! We specialize in a wide range of services, including consulting, engineering, environmental, surveying, and construction inspection and management services. At Ascent, we foster a collaborative and engaging work environment, offering competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package, and a variety of employee perks to enhance your work-life balance. We believe in investing in our team and are committed to your growth and success. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome diverse talent to help us continue to provide excellent service to our clients.
Summary of Position: As a Materials Testing Technician, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the success of construction projects through field and laboratory testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials such as soils, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt on public and private projects. Your communication skills will be vital as you coordinate with contractors, foremen, project managers, engineering teams, and clients. With opportunities for travel and potential overnight stays, this full-time position offers a dynamic and hands-on experience. If you’re looking for a career with variety, challenge, and the opportunity to grow, take the ASCENT to a better career!
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
- Perform testing, observation, and inspection of construction materials (e.g., soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and others) as directed per training and specified procedures.
- Provide clear documentation of daily activities, project changes, and quantities.
- Maintains equipment and calibration.
- Follows safety rules and practices and other safety requirements for all projects.
- Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.
- Ability and willingness to take certification classes to obtain more technical skills.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid driver’s license with the ability to safely operate a vehicle.
- Materials testing, transportation, and inspection experience are highly desirable.
- West Virginia Department of Highways testing certifications or American Concrete Institute certifications are highly desirable.
General Application
Ascent Consulting & Engineering, LLC is always looking for top talent to join our growing team! If you would like to submit your resume for our team to review, please email us at recruiting@ascentwv.com.
