Construction Materials Testing Laboratory Manager

Overview

Lead lab operations for construction materials testing ensuring GDOT/AASHTO compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• qms management
• calibration oversight
• lab operations
• test reporting
• performance reporting
• continuous improvement

Tasks

-Generate monthly/quarterly lab performance, turnaround time, staffing, and reports for management. -Supervise, mentor, and train field and laboratory staff; manage staffing levels/routine assignments. -Drive continuous improvement in lab operations (workflow optimization, cost controls, turnaround time improvement, technology/investment upgrades). -Implement and maintain laboratory Quality Management System (QMS) consistent with AASHTO R18 / ISO 17025. -Maintain/oversee calibration, certification, equipment maintenance, and documentation in accordance with AASHTO R18 and GDOT requirements. -Interface with project engineers, and GDOT representatives for audits, non-conformance resolution, and quality metrics. -Ensure all testing meets GDOT, AASHTO, ASTM standards and applicable project specifications. -Oversee test-report review, approval and submittals via ATSER and ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery. -Oversee all laboratory operations: sample receipt/logging, testing scheduling, results review, reporting.

Requirements

• aashto
• iso 17025
• gdot
• atser
• leadership
• driver’s license

What You Bring

-Experience in construction materials lab and field testing -Valid driver’s license; ability to travel locally to project sites/labs. -Hands-on experience with AASHTO R18/ISO 17025 accreditation, proficiency testing programs (AMRL/CCRL), calibration programs, and corrective action systems. -Prior experience on large highway construction projects. -Strong knowledge of GDOT materials testing standards, AASHTO, ASTM and specification compliance. -Hold current material testing certification with GDOT. -Demonstrated experience with ATSER and GDOT reporting systems. -Excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. -Demonstrated ability to lead multi‐discipline teams, drive process improvement, and manage multiple contract-based testing operations simultaneously. -Minimum 10 years of construction materials testing experience, including at least 3 years in laboratory management or supervisory role.

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