Lab Manager- (Soil, concrete and asphalt)

NV5•San Diego, CA

2d•$125,000 - $135,000

About The Position

NV5 is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work. As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
Must have experience with ASTM and Caltrans testing procedures for soils, aggregates, asphalt, concrete and masonry.
Requires a minimum of 5 years of experience performing the related laboratory tests.
ACI Aggregate Lab Tech
ACI Aggregate Base Tech
ACI Concrete Lab Testing Levels 1 and 2
ACI Aggregate Testing Tech
ACI Concrete Strength Testing Tech
ACI Masonry Lab Testing Tech
RSO Nuclear Gauge Cert

Responsibilities

Manages lab technicians, coordinating staffing needs and daily work schedules.
Performs technical review of all laboratory-generated data.
Prepares or reviews final laboratory reports and furnishes to client upon approval by the project manager.
Communicates with contractor, supervisor and/or project manager of problems and deviations from plans and specifications.
Ensures complete and comprehensive communication with project manager and other staff to insure the effective management of the project.
Maintains laboratory quality control to ensure the accuracy of test results.
Oversees the acquisition of new field and laboratory equipment for the office location.
Oversees and coordinates laboratory equipment maintenance and calibration.
Maintains and updates laboratory accreditations, and serves as the liason with the accreditation agencies.
Maintains and updates regulatory licenses for nuclear testing equipment, and serves as the Assistant Radiation Safety Officer for the office location.
Manages facility maintenance for the laboratory location.
Perform laboratory testing of soil, concrete and asphalt associated with civil engineering construction projects including DSA, OSHPD, Caltrans, and USACE requirements.
Perform field inspection, testing and sampling as needed.
Ability to make good decisions using sound, professional judgment with minimal supervision.
Physical ability to perform labor-intensive work including but not limited the safe handling andtransport of concrete samples, soil samples, and other lab related materials.
Must have a valid driver’s license and an insurable driving record.
Demonstrates ability to accurately perform testing according to recognized standards.
Communicates and interfaces effectively with clients and co-workers.
Possesses effective written, interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work aspart of a team involving staff, clients and outside agencies.
Strong problem-solving skills, including identifying data quality issues.
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
Ensure that all lab activities comply with industry regulations and standards.
Organize and facilitate regional lab manager meetings (Teams) to discuss operational updates, best practices, and collaborative strategies, ensuring effective communication among teams.
Travel to different labs in the region to perform internal audits, inspections, and ensure adherence to quality standards and regulatory compliance.
Draft and create documents and procedures as required by oversight agencies to ensure compliance and enhance operational efficiency.