Senior Construction Materials Specialist

3 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Sandberg Full time
Job Title: Senior Construction Materials Specialist

Sandberg is a leading engineering consultancy, testing and inspection services provider with over 160 years of experience. Our diverse portfolio includes prominent projects such as the Forth Bridges, Thames Tideway, Canary Wharf, British Museum, Palace of Westminster, HS2, and the Smithsonian Museum.

This role involves leading and developing our well-established Construction Materials Department, based at our laboratories in London. As a high-level position reporting directly to the Managing Partner, you will be responsible for managing six staff members and advising on the testing of various construction materials.

The successful candidate will have extensive knowledge of concrete, strong English language skills, and the ability to handle multiple live projects simultaneously. Key responsibilities include:

  • Advising on and overseeing the testing of concretes, aggregates, renders, mortars, stone, brick, screeds, and flooring materials (including slip resistance testing).
  • Managing and leading the department, including six staff members.

We pride ourselves on having a community feel and employing staff from diverse backgrounds. The salary range for this position is £80,000 - £100,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Key Requirements:
  • Expertise in construction materials testing.
  • Significant previous experience in similar activities.
  • Extensive knowledge of concrete.
  • Strong English language skills (written and verbal).
  • Ability to handle multiple live projects simultaneously.


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