Construction Operations Manager (Materials Testing & Special Inspections)
Phoenix Testing & Inspection LLC (PTI) – Tempe, AZ
Full-Time | Hybrid Office + Field | Hiring Immediately
Phoenix Testing & Inspection LLC is hiring a Construction Operations Manager to take control of daily field operations, reporting flow, and urgent client demands across our materials testing and special inspections divisions.
This is not an administrative role. This is a problem-solving, decision-making position for someone who can step into chaos, take control, and keep projects and people moving.
You will work directly with company leadership, dispatch, field technicians, and clients to ensure work is executed, documented, and delivered without excuses.
Core Responsibilities:
Manage daily field labor and technician deployment in coordination with dispatch
Oversee special inspection results, documentation, and report flow
Ensure reports are accurate, complete, and delivered on time
Handle client communication, including issues, complaints, and urgent requests
Act as primary problem solver for scheduling conflicts, call-outs, and field issues
Step into the field and perform inspections/testing when needed
Support General Manager with operations, staffing decisions, and workflow control
Maintain accountability across field staff—performance, behavior, and output
Manage high-pressure situations without escalation or delay
Requirements:
Special Inspector experience REQUIRED (ICC certifications strongly preferred)
Strong working knowledge of materials testing and construction inspection processes
Proven ability to manage people, conflict, and personalities
Comfortable making decisions and holding employees accountable
Ability to multi-task under pressure and shift priorities quickly
Willingness to be in both office and field environments daily
Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a company vehicle
What We Are Looking For:
Someone who does not avoid problems—you handle them directly
Someone who can command respect without creating unnecessary conflict
Someone who understands that speed, accuracy, and communication all matter
Someone who can step into any role temporarily and keep operations moving
Position Details:
Full-time position
Hybrid: Office (Tempe) + Field coverage as needed
40+ hours/week (this is an operations role, not a clock-watching position)
Compensation: Based on experience and certifications
90-day evaluation period
About PTI:
Phoenix Testing & Inspection LLC has been operating in Arizona since 2001, supporting major homebuilders, commercial contractors, and land development projects. We operate an AASHTO-accredited laboratory and are known for delivering responsive, high-quality service in demanding environments.
To Apply:
Serious applicants only. If you are not comfortable managing people, handling conflict, and solving problems in real time, this is not the position for you.
Submit resume and certifications.
Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster.