General Manager

Atlas; North Richland Hills (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas seeks a General Manager to supervise the Quality Management System for our Geotechnical and Construction Materials Testing lab, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards. This role combines technical QA/QC leadership with systems-wide process improvement to drive standardized procedures and reporting accuracy across projects.

You will oversee staff training, maintain documentation, and prepare the lab for external audits, while partnering with the Lab Manager and cross-functional

Qualifications

• 10+ years of laboratory experience with progressive responsibility and quality systems exposure.
• Experience with accreditation processes (AMRL, AASHTO, CCRL, or state DOT).
• Strong knowledge of TxDOT, ASTM, and AASHTO testing standards and reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct team on testing procedures and equipment per SOPs.
• Lead QA/QC of soils, concrete, asphalt, and aggregates per standard methods.
• Develop and maintain the laboratory's QMS per ASTM/AASHTO standards.
• Perform independent review of test and inspection reports for accuracy.
• Coordinate with Lab Quality Manager and scheduling teams to meet deadlines and client requirements.
• Champion quality and safety culture within the lab.
• Conduct internal audits and quality reviews of lab activities.

Skills

Leadership

Quality systems

QA/QC

Analytical thinking

Documentation

Tools

Metafield

Job description

About Atlas

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

About Atlas

Atlas is a trusted leader in environmental and infrastructure consulting services; we provide services that enable communities to flourish and thrive. With a team of 3,500 employees and offices throughout the US, we combine local expertise and a network of relationships to deliver solutions to both public and private clients. Our services help improve the quality of life in the communities where we live and work. We always aim for smart, safe, and sustainable results. At Atlas we understand that our future is everyone’s responsibility, and we create a better experience at every stage of a project.

Job Description

The General Manager supervises the Quality Management System (QMS) for a Geotechnical and Construction Materials Testing laboratory, performing independent review and QA/QC of test and inspection reports and ensuring testing, calibration, and reporting practices are accurate and compliant with accreditation standards. This role combines technical expertise and quality systems leadership to drive standardized procedures, accreditation compliance, and continuous improvement within the lab, working alongside the Lab Manager.

Core Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct team members on the proper use of testing procedures and equipment to ensure work is completed in strict accordance with the scope of the job and work expectations.
• Provide oversight and leadership on the sampling and testing of soils, aggregates, concrete, masonry, reinforcing steel, and asphalt in accordance with standardized procedures and test methods such as ASTM and AASHTO.
• Develop, implement, and maintain the laboratory's Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring testing activities are performed consistently in accordance with ASTM, AASHTO, and other applicable standards.
• Perform independent review and QA/QC of soils, concrete, asphalt, and aggregate test and inspection reports prior to client issuance, verifying data accuracy, calculation integrity, and compliance with applicable test methods and project specifications.
• Partner with the Lab Quality Manager, PM/CMT Engineer, and Scheduling teams to integrate quality requirements into laboratory deadlines, deliverables, contract requirements, and client expectations.
• Champion a strong quality and safety culture throughout laboratory operations.
• Conduct periodic quality reviews and internal audits of laboratory activities, testing results, and documentation.
• Analyze test data and audit findings to identify systemic issues and track corrective and preventive actions through resolution.
• Own and continuously improve the implementation of Atlas quality procedures and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring consistent application and compliance.
• Oversee quality-focused training for laboratory technicians, identifying skill gaps and ensuring competency in testing standards, documentation, and quality procedures.
• Lead the laboratory's accreditation strategy and process in compliance with AMRL, AASHTO, CCRL, and applicable state DOT requirements.
• Manage proficiency sample programs, prepare the laboratory for external audits, and serve as the primary point of contact during accreditation reviews.
• Provide project management and delivery support to the PM/Engineer as needed, assisting with project administration and coordination tasks.

You’ll thrive here if you have

• 10+ years of relevant laboratory experience with progressive responsibility, including experience with quality management systems and accreditation processes (AMRL, AASHTO, CCRL, or state DOT).
• Relevant laboratory testing and quality control certifications from ACI and TxDOT.
• Strong knowledge of TxDOT, ASTM, and AASHTO laboratory testing standards and reporting systems.
• Proficiency in Metafield or similar construction materials testing report management software.
• Strong collaboration, teamwork, mentoring, and training abilities.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated growth mindset with the ability to adapt, learn, and develop others.
• Ability to travel 25% to 50% of the time.
• Ability to obtain any missing required certifications within six months of hire.
• Ability to read and interpret technical and scientific documents, including technical manuals, testing procedures, specifications, and project plans.
• Ability to prepare concise, logical, and grammatically correct technical reports.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver's license required upon hire.
• Ability to travel to project sites as needed.

What You Can Expect From Us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:

• Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.
• Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave
• Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.
• Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.
• Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.
• Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.
• Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee‑led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.
• Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

• Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.
• Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.
• Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.
• Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

About The Job

• Career Level: Management
• Employment Type: Full‑time

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.