Lab Manager

Mission/ Position Description Summary:
The duties described below for a Laboratory Manager serves as guidance of all lab operations and the management of all lab team members. As the Lab Manager this position  should be proficient in the test procedures that HVJ performs as part of quality assurance and quality control for construction materials.  Detailed procedures and training will be provided if needed for certain tests but would prefer the incoming candidate to have the following:  

•  Assist/Oversee all laboratory testing
•  Document work performed by number of tests or time spent, as appropriate
•  Communicate test results to client when required
• Provide support on engineering projects as directed
• Assist other personnel at the direction of the Department Manager
• Perform duties in a safe, cheerful, efficient, and workmanlike manner
•  Maintain all lab equipment and calibrations
•  Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects
• Perform work related to achieving annual plan goals and objectives as directed by Department Manager.
•  Provide technical consultation as a subject matter expert on projects as needed.
  
•  Provide technical approach information for opportunity pursuits.
• Participate in opportunity interviews related to areas of expertise as requested.
• Provide technical training to junior staff.
•  Perform direct project work and quality reviews of technical reports.  
• Provide a safe, clean workplace.
• In the case of temporary absence or staff turnover produce results expected of project engineers as needed.
• Resolve project and client issues fairly and in accordance with company policy.
• Perform standard and advance lab testing
• Provide technical training to staff as needed

Additional Key Expectations:
•    Responsible for making sure that all laboratory work performed meets or exceeds the minimum requirements set forth in the quality manual and the test procedure.
•    Responsible for making sure that laboratory has the appropriate resources in place to execute testing per applicable standards. This includes but is not limited to acquiring and maintaining equipment, cross training, preparing and reviewing  lab reports, client coordination, resolving conflicts, coordination with other departments and administrative requirements.

Preferred Key Criteria/Requirements:

•  Graduation from High School or equivalent.
•  Good skills in math and communications.
•  Ability to lift concrete, soil, or asphalt samples up to 50lbs as a routine part of the job.
• Has the ability to self-supervise and manage multiple employees (laboratory staff)
  
• 10 years Construction Materials Testing and inspection experience with min 5 years’ experience as Laboratory Manager.
• Must possess or ability to obtain within six month all relevant TXDOT certification including but not limited to SB101, SB102, SB103, SB201, SB202, AGG101, level 2.
• ACI Concrete Strength
• Ability to work overtime hours
  
• Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record
• Ability to use a computer and familiar with TXDOT site manager reporting
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Be able to meet the expectation of working 45 hours a week to accomplish job responsibilities.
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  Revisions:
  The responsibilities of this position may evolve with time.  Revisions to the Job Description and Scorecard will be made as needed, and the adopted version with the most recent date will apply.

HVJ SCTx is an equal opportunity employer.