Director of Technical Services
Calportland
Oversee Northwest cement lab ops, accreditation, tech staff, sampling, and technical support.
5 days ago ago
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Portland, OR
Field
Company Size
4,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Cement production
Ready‑mixed concrete supply
Aggregates
Asphalt
Construction services
Mobile plant operations
Technical services
Turnkey solutions
Sector Specialisms
Cement Production
Concrete
Asphalt
Construction Materials
Infrastructure
Building Materials
Ready Mixed Concrete
Aggregates
Role
What you would be doing
spec coordination
cement testing
lab calibration
sample program
trial batches
inventory control
- Work with various agencies on specifications
- Keep current on lab certification(s)
- Interact with the Central Laboratory personnel to perform customer service testing such as evaluation of their raw materials with our various cements or experimental testing of products
- Ensure AMRL/CCRL Performance Sample Program (PSP) for cement and concrete are completed and submitted to these agencies before deadlines
- Maintain Cement Quality Procedure Manual
- Maintain lab housekeeping as well as inventory control according to monthly budget parameters
- Schedule Field and Lab Technicians daily duties
- Oversee quarterly cement testing
- Interact with management regarding cement quality, new products, changes in specifications, product uses, etc.
- Communicate customer problems, needs, and future opportunities effectively with sales and operations personnel
- Provide technical updates and/or training to sales and operations personnel as needed
- Assist with trial batches (i.e. preparing and weighing up material, running applicable ACI tests, etc.)
- Maintain equipment and calibrations at specified intervals for laboratory and field equipment, assists in annual outside calibrations
- Attend quality control meetings at cement plants and provide feedback to plant on customer quality needs/comments
What you bring
microsoft office
cement
concrete
construction
7-10 years
supervisory
- Well-versed in Microsoft Office basics (i.e., Outlook, Word, and Excel)
- Travel required in OR, WA, AK, ID, and Western Canada
- Must understand the basics of cement and concrete and production
- Become familiar with cement performance and quality, both chemically and physically at each location, where cement is produced or distributed
- Ability to spontaneously discuss industry, market, and product knowledge in a variety of audiences
- Experience with public entities (state, county, city governments, etc.)
- Strong math, analytical, and attention to details skills
- Must be able to work cooperatively with others
- Ability to influence and drive decision-making as appropriate
- Background in construction and/or manufacturing of construction products
- Clean driving record (for last five years)
- Previous supervisory experience
- 7-10 years of technical services experience in the cement/concrete industry and/or construction materials industry
- Strong formal presentation skills
- Strong technical interaction with customers and potential customers, intra-company personnel, sales, and promotional and technical associations
- Strong communication skills: ability to motivate and influence others
- Strong organizational and time management skills
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Security clearance- post‑offer physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check required
- potential fmcsa‑regulated ongoing drug and alcohol testing may be required
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Company
Overview
- A leading provider of building materials in the Western U.S., specializing in cement, concrete, aggregates, and related products.
- Established over a century ago, the company has grown into a key player in the construction industry with a strong presence in the Western U.S.
- Operations span construction projects, providing materials for roads, bridges, commercial buildings, and residential developments.
- Known for innovation in sustainable construction materials and solutions with state-of-the-art facilities.
- Diverse portfolio includes public infrastructure, large-scale residential developments, and complex commercial ventures.
- Operates a network of plants and quarries, ensuring products reach clients across a wide geographical area.
- A significant contributor to regional economic development, playing a pivotal role in building and maintaining critical infrastructure.
- Integrity – We do the right thing even when no one is watching.
- Safety – We are committed to the health and safety of our employees and communities.
- Teamwork – We collaborate and leverage our collective strengths to achieve success.
- Accountability – We take ownership of our actions and outcomes.
- Customer Focus – We are committed to delivering exceptional service and building long-term relationships.
- Innovation – We continuously strive to improve our processes and technology.
- Sustainability – We are dedicated to environmental stewardship and creating a positive impact on future generations.
2050
Net Zero Target
Aims to achieve net zero emissions.
15%
CO2 Reduction Target
Targeting a 15% decrease in CO2 emissions.
- Use of alternative fuels in operations to decrease carbon footprint.
- Efforts to enhance water conservation in production processes.
- Implementation of energy-efficient technologies across facilities.
- Ongoing commitment to reducing waste and enhancing recycling programs.
- Commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.
- Active recruitment of women and underrepresented minorities into leadership roles.
- Annual diversity and inclusion training programs for all employees.
- Partnerships with organizations that promote workforce diversity.
- Regular assessments to track gender representation and pay equity.
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