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Overview
Be among the first 25 applicants. Position with UES, a team of engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers. UES is a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, with projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more.
Position Overview: The Laboratory Manager manages the daily operation and staff in the geotechnical and construction materials testing laboratory (concrete, aggregate, soil, rock, masonry, and asphalt) and coordinates project samples for testing at assigned locations. Responsibilities include management of the ISO 17025 and R18 Quality System, maintaining AASHTO, CCRL, A2LA, and USACE accreditations, and active participation in the internal QA/QC program.
Responsibilities
Performance or coordination of geotechnical laboratory testing, including classification, proctor, shear, Atterberg limits, moisture contents, sieve analyses, consolidation, swell, hydraulic conductivity, pinhole, permeability, clay lumps and friable particles, soundness of aggregate, modified sand castle, wet ball mill, LA abrasion, CBR, and compressive strength of soil cores.
Performance or coordination of construction materials testing on materials such as flowable fill, aggregate, reinforcing bars, masonry, soil, concrete, and asphalt.
Coordination and scheduling of laboratory testing assignments.
Performing and/or coordinating calibrations and maintenance of field and laboratory equipment to industry codes and standards.
Maintaining documentation of equipment maintenance and calibrations for compliance with accreditation programs and internal audits.
Frequent use of gINT, BoreDM, Geosystems, and field/laboratory information management systems for recording and reporting testing results.
Assisting Project Management with review of laboratory testing results and preparation of formal reports.
Able to independently research and add test methods to the laboratory scope as needed.
Business planning related to staffing, salaries, and capital expenditures.
Qualifications
High school diploma/GED required.
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, geology, natural sciences, construction-related field, or other appropriate technical fields (in lieu of a degree, work experience and applicable certifications from recognized agencies such as NICET, ACI, ICC will be considered).
Minimum 5 years combined experience (10 years preferred) in laboratory geotechnical and construction materials testing; at least 2 years in a supervisory/leadership role.
AASHTO and USACE lab accreditation preferred.
Familiarity with ASTM and AASHTO test methods; ISO 17025 and AASHTO R18 Quality Management System (or comparable) preferred.
Experience with Microsoft Office, Smartsheet, geotechnical and materials testing equipment, and calibration procedures.
Demonstrated positive leadership with understanding of business metrics and safety policies/procedures.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Valid Texas Driver’s license; travel to onsite laboratories in the Greater Houston Area may be required.
Travel Requirements
Moderate travel up to 40% of the time to support business objectives and client engagements. Travel may be scheduled or on short notice.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Professional office environment; ability to work at a desk for extended periods and use a computer.
Sit for extended periods, perform data entry, and communicate via email, phone, and in-person.
Regular communication with team members, clients, and stakeholders, in person or via virtual platforms.
Occasional standing, walking, bending, and lifting of office materials up to 15 pounds.
EEO Statement UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement here.
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Note: This description reflects current requirements and is subject to change at the company’s discretion.
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Position Overview: The Laboratory Manager manages the daily operation and staff in the geotechnical and construction materials testing laboratory (concrete, aggregate, soil, rock, masonry, and asphalt) and coordinates project samples for testing at assigned locations. Responsibilities include management of the ISO 17025 and R18 Quality System, maintaining AASHTO, CCRL, A2LA, and USACE accreditations, and active participation in the internal QA/QC program.
Responsibilities
Performance or coordination of geotechnical laboratory testing, including classification, proctor, shear, Atterberg limits, moisture contents, sieve analyses, consolidation, swell, hydraulic conductivity, pinhole, permeability, clay lumps and friable particles, soundness of aggregate, modified sand castle, wet ball mill, LA abrasion, CBR, and compressive strength of soil cores.
Performance or coordination of construction materials testing on materials such as flowable fill, aggregate, reinforcing bars, masonry, soil, concrete, and asphalt.
Coordination and scheduling of laboratory testing assignments.
Performing and/or coordinating calibrations and maintenance of field and laboratory equipment to industry codes and standards.
Maintaining documentation of equipment maintenance and calibrations for compliance with accreditation programs and internal audits.
Frequent use of gINT, BoreDM, Geosystems, and field/laboratory information management systems for recording and reporting testing results.
Assisting Project Management with review of laboratory testing results and preparation of formal reports.
Able to independently research and add test methods to the laboratory scope as needed.
Business planning related to staffing, salaries, and capital expenditures.
Qualifications
High school diploma/GED required.
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, geology, natural sciences, construction-related field, or other appropriate technical fields (in lieu of a degree, work experience and applicable certifications from recognized agencies such as NICET, ACI, ICC will be considered).
Minimum 5 years combined experience (10 years preferred) in laboratory geotechnical and construction materials testing; at least 2 years in a supervisory/leadership role.
AASHTO and USACE lab accreditation preferred.
Familiarity with ASTM and AASHTO test methods; ISO 17025 and AASHTO R18 Quality Management System (or comparable) preferred.
Experience with Microsoft Office, Smartsheet, geotechnical and materials testing equipment, and calibration procedures.
Demonstrated positive leadership with understanding of business metrics and safety policies/procedures.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Valid Texas Driver’s license; travel to onsite laboratories in the Greater Houston Area may be required.
Travel Requirements
Moderate travel up to 40% of the time to support business objectives and client engagements. Travel may be scheduled or on short notice.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
Professional office environment; ability to work at a desk for extended periods and use a computer.
Sit for extended periods, perform data entry, and communicate via email, phone, and in-person.
Regular communication with team members, clients, and stakeholders, in person or via virtual platforms.
Occasional standing, walking, bending, and lifting of office materials up to 15 pounds.
EEO Statement UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement here.
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Note: This description reflects current requirements and is subject to change at the company’s discretion.
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