Whitestone Associates, Inc.
Whitestone Associates, Inc., a 100% employee-owned company and leading provider of environmental and geotechnical engineering services throughout the eastern US, is currently recruiting for Laboratory Manager to join our Alpha, NJ lab location. This is a tremendous opportunity for experienced candidates to join and contribute to the growth of a 100% employee-owned engineering firm. Salary commensurate with experience.
The ideal candidate will have previous experience managing laboratory operations for construction materials and soils testing.
Responsibilities:
Coordinate, supervise, and manage all functions related to Whitestone's regional construction materials laboratory in accordance with standardized testing methodologies, company standards, and client requirements;
Supervise and conduct laboratory tests for soils including Atterberg limits, gradation analyses, index testing, moisture content testing, standard and modified proctor testing, and permeability testing of various soils;
Supervise and conduct laboratory tests for concrete including delivery of samples to the laboratory, curing, temperature monitoring, test scheduling, sample preparation, and unconfined compressive strength testing;
Coordinate with the Regional Manager, engineers, and project managers to deliver clear and accurate results for multiple projects in an efficient manner that meets project milestones;
Train and supervise junior level laboratory staff regarding safety, testing methods, data interpretation, and report preparation;
Ensure proper calibration and maintenance of laboratory testing equipment and adherence to safety procedures;
Assist with the accreditation and ensure continued compliance with laboratory certifications such as AASHTO, ARML, and CCRL; and
May be required to perform construction and geotechnical related testing based on workload and staffing.
Requirements:
Associates degree or Higher in Materials Engineering, Construction Technology, Civil Engineering, Geology or Related Engineering Field (preferred)
5+ years of relevant experience in soils/concrete laboratory, ideally with management responsibilities;
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret and analyze data;
Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment, managing multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.
Firm understanding of ASTM standards; and
Preferred Certifications (One or More / Equivalent):
Aggregate Testing Technician - Level 1 or 2 Aggregate/Soils Base Testing Technician Concrete Strength Testing Technician Concrete Field-Testing Technician - Grade 1 Concrete Laboratory Testing Technician - Level 1 or 2 National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) ICC Soils Special Inspector ICC Reinforced Concrete Special Inspector
The estimated salary range for this position is $80,000 to $110,000. Whitestone's Employee Stock Ownership Program (offered at no cost to each eligible employee) Medical Insurance Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Traditional & Roth 401K Plans with Company Match Long Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
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Aggregate Testing Technician - Level 1 or 2 Aggregate/Soils Base Testing Technician Concrete Strength Testing Technician Concrete Field-Testing Technician - Grade 1 Concrete Laboratory Testing Technician - Level 1 or 2 National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) ICC Soils Special Inspector ICC Reinforced Concrete Special Inspector
The estimated salary range for this position is $80,000 to $110,000. Whitestone's Employee Stock Ownership Program (offered at no cost to each eligible employee) Medical Insurance Health & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Traditional & Roth 401K Plans with Company Match Long Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance
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