Material Specialist - Airfield

Parsons Corporation

What You'll Be Doing;

• Review and process material submittals in accordance with project specifications and approved standards.
• Ensure all construction materials comply with ICAO / FAA / local aviation authority requirements and applicable ASTM / AASHTO standards.
• Coordinate with consultants, contractors, and suppliers for material approvals.
• Coordinate field and laboratory testing for soils, aggregates, asphalt, concrete, and other civil materials.
• Review test results and verify compliance with approved mix designs and specifications.
• Identify non-conforming materials and support corrective and preventive actions.
• Review and approve concrete and asphalt mix designs in coordination with QA/QC teams.
• Monitor batching plant operations to ensure consistency and compliance with approved designs.
• Support trial mixes, mock-ups, and pre-production testing.
• Coordinate with site engineers and construction teams regarding material usage and availability.
• Maintain material tracking logs, test registers, and approval records.
• Prepare technical reports, material compliance summaries, and daily/weekly updates.
• Ensure material handling, storage, and testing activities comply with HSE and environmental requirements.
• Support sustainable material practices and waste reduction where applicable.

What Required Skills You'll Bring;

• Bachelor s degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in materials engineering or materials quality control.
• Experience in airport, airfield, runway, or highway projects is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of construction materials including soil, aggregate, asphalt, and concrete.
• Familiarity with ASTM, AASHTO, BS, and aviation-related material standards.
• Experience with laboratory and field testing procedures.
• Ability to analyze test data and identify trends or compliance issues.
• Proficient in MS Office and technical reporting.
• Experience working with airfield pavement materials and high-performance concrete.
• Knowledge of asphalt and concrete plant operations.
• Familiarity with QA/QC documentation, ITPs, and NCR processes.
• Experience with document control systems such as Aconex or similar.
• Certification in materials testing or quality management is an advantage.