Assistant Lab Manager

ECS Ltd • Hollymead, VA

16d

About The Position

ECS Limited is seeking a certified Assistant Lab Manager to join its Charlottesville team. The role focuses on quality control and supervision of junior staff in the construction materials testing (CMT) laboratory to help meet departmental goals. The Assistant Lab Manager supports the Lab Manager with laboratory operations, staff development, safety, testing, equipment, quality systems, certifications, administrative work, and client and business-development activities. ECS offers professional development as employees advance their skills and experience, including training and certification opportunities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic certifications required by the ECS Technician Certification Policy and any advanced certifications necessary for the work performed.
• If managing both soils and concrete laboratories, certifications are required for both.
• Three years of related experience.
• Strong communication and math skills.
• Solid understanding of laboratory testing methods and ASTM standards.
• Ability to evaluate test results for specification compliance.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data interpretation and reporting.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and responsible work ethic.
• Ability to work effectively with clients, peers, and supervisors, as well as independently.
• Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Basic understanding of quality management systems (QMS).
• Ability to lift 75 pounds frequently.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of laboratory systems such as Keylab.
• Knowledge of ECS systems and procedures.
• E-5 US Military rank, provided the education and certification requirements are also met.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lab Manager in supervising daily laboratory operations.
• Provide mentorship, training, and guidance to laboratory staff.
• Promote and reinforce safety practices and ensure proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Assist in coordinating laboratory schedules and workflow.
• Perform laboratory and field testing as needed.
• Interpret test data and prepare reports or summaries.
• Support calibration, maintenance, and documentation of laboratory equipment.
• Assist with recruiting and staffing efforts in coordination with leadership.
• Maintain inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment.
• Ensure laboratory organization and compliance with QA/QC and accreditation requirements.
• Support implementation of and compliance with QMS policies and procedures.
• Assist in maintaining laboratory certifications and support staff certification efforts.
• Provide support to Project Managers and assist with administrative tasks.
• Participate in business development, marketing, and client engagement activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities.
• Additional incentives as employees advance their skills and gain experience.
• Internal and external training programs and certification opportunities, including through organizations such as ACI, ASNT, AWS, ICC, NICET, NRCA, RCI, State DOTs, and WACEL, as appropriate.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED