Assistant Lab Manager

Engineering Consulting Services; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Assistant Lab Manager to join their Austin team. This role offers a unique opportunity to oversee quality control in the construction materials testing laboratory while mentoring junior staff. As a leader in engineering consulting, the company emphasizes professional development and provides a supportive environment for skill enhancement. You will play a critical role in ensuring laboratory safety, compliance, and the effective execution of testing procedures. With a commitment to employee growth and a range of benefits, this position is ideal for those passionate about advancing their careers in a dynamic field.

Benefits

Paid time off

Health insurance plans

Retirement plans

College savings plans

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related experience in a laboratory setting.
• Strong understanding of ASTM testing standards and CMT techniques.

Responsibilities

• Supervise lab activities and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Mentor junior staff and assist with scheduling and coordination.

Skills

Laboratory Safety and Compliance

Soils Testing

Concrete Testing

Data Collection

Communication Skills

Quality Management Systems

Construction Materials Testing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Construction Materials Laboratory Testing Equipment

Job description

What You'll Do

ECS Limited is offering a unique opportunity for a talented and certified Assistant Lab Manager to join our Austin team. We offer opportunities for professional development with additional incentives as you advance your skills and gain experience. In this role, you will primarily be responsible for the quality control and supervision of junior staff within the construction materials testing (CMT) laboratory to ensure the department’s goals are met.

Responsibilities

• Laboratory Safety and Compliance: Assist the lab manager with supervision of all activities related to the laboratories, including overseeing the laboratory testing on construction materials for various projects; promote safety and safety culture and ensure proper PPE is used; assist with company required safety training; oversee calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment following the manufacturer’s schedule and records; ensure your lab follows corporate-level and office-specific Quality Management Systems (QMS) related policies and procedures, including adoption, implementation, and enforcement; ensure that all team members earn and maintain relevant laboratory certifications by external certifying agencies; maintain laboratory organization and cleanliness in compliance with Quality Assurance (QA) and Quality Control (QC) initiatives to maintain accreditation compliance with various organizations, including DOT, AMRL, CCRL, and AASHTO.
• Soils Testing: Oversee routine laboratory tests for soils including Atterberg limits, gradation analyses, swell testing, moisture content testing, unconfined compressive strength testing, standard and modified proctor testing, and begin learning how to visually classify soils.
• Concrete Testing: Oversee routine laboratory tests for concrete including labeling and setting samples for curing, monitoring temperature logs, and breaking of samples.
• Data Collection: Interpret test data and prepare reports and summaries of data as requested by lab technicians.
• Communication: Actively mentor and train lab staff; assist with the coordination and schedule of work for laboratory technicians; provide assistance to project managers and the department manager as requested; collaborate with recruiting and your supervisor to maintain adequate staffing for your lab; participate in business development, marketing, and client development.

Career Development

As your experience grows, ECS will:

• Support you in further enhancing your professional skills as a leader.
• Encourage continued participation in internal and external training programs and certification opportunities provided by organizations such as ACI, ASNT, AWS, ICC, NICET, NRCA, RCI, various State DOTs, WACEL, and others, as appropriate.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of related experience.
• Must have and be willing to maintain basic concrete and/or soils lab certifications.
• Must be able to lift 60-80 pounds.
• Strong communication skills (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Ability to work effectively with peers, supervisors, and clients.
• Good understanding of construction materials laboratory testing equipment, methods, principles, applications, and ASTM testing standards.
• Proficient at data interpretation and evaluation of CMT techniques and results.
• Working knowledge of Quality Management Systems.
• Knowledge of ECS systems and procedures is a plus.

Who We Are

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 2,800 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #64 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2024), #144 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2024) and #28 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (June 2024).

We love our employees and we show this through providing some great benefits, including paid time off, health and other insurance plans, retirement and college savings plans, and more. ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This means that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.