Drilling Project Manager

Company Overview
CME Associates, Inc. (CME) is an engineering technology firm providing comprehensive Construction Materials Evaluation and Technical Support Services. Our experts specialize in geotechnical engineering, construction materials evaluation, special inspections, geological sciences, subsurface exploration, and investigative engineering.

Summary
The Drilling Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing and directing assigned geotechnical drilling projects. This includes managing project budgets, and preparation of deliverables to clients and internal staff. 

Responsibilities

• Communicate clearly with clients, team members, and stakeholders about project updates, timelines, budgets, and any changes or issues.
• Review project plans, contracts, and budgets, and help coordinate scheduling and execution.
• Work with internal teams and site contacts to organize access, scheduling, and keep projects on track.
• Visit project sites to assess conditions, gather GPS data, and identify any access or utility concerns.
• Manage underground utility checks, submit UDIG NY notifications, and ensure safety protocols are followed.
• Lead field teams, review collected data for accuracy, and coordinate data processing and delivery.
• Prepare clear instructions for drillers, outlining project scope, timelines, and requirements.
• Conduct field logging and inspect drill rigs to ensure compliance with standards and project goals.
• Review and compile data into maps, logs, and reports for clients and engineering teams.
• Assist with budgeting, invoicing, and change orders, and communicate updates to management.
• Stay up to date with training on GPS tools, soil and core analysis, infiltration testing, and drilling methods.

Compensation: $30 - 38 / per hour

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Geology.
• Experience with managing drilling projects, preferably for geotechnical.
• Ability to travel throughout NYS for drilling projects.
• Strong communication, organizational, and planning skills.
• Ability to work in the field and perform physical labor where lifting, standing and physical work is required.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Word and Excel), PDF editors, GPS data, Google Earth mapping.
• Strong critical thinking skills, team and safety focused.

Work Environment

• Work will be performed in an office, shop, and outdoor settings throughout the year.
• Outdoor work occurs in all seasons and, all weather conditions and extremes.
• Work hours are variable throughout the week and vary based on job schedules, locations, and specific requirements.

Benefits
CME offers competitive wages and benefits such as: Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, Health Savings Account, Supplemental Insurance Products, and Paid Time Off (including Holiday, Vacation, Sick and Personal) for full time employees. 

This is an Equal Employment Opportunity.  All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local laws. 
 

CME Associates, Inc. is an Affirmative Action Employer.

A New York State Certified Woman Owned Business Enterprise (WBE).

Salary : $30 - $38