Lab Supervisor - Construction Materials Testing

ECS Group of Companies; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies in Melbourne seeks an Assistant Lab Manager to oversee quality control and supervise junior staff in the construction materials testing lab, ensuring department goals are met. You will mentor staff, reinforce safety, and coordinate schedules while performing lab and field testing as needed.

Strong data interpretation and reporting skills are essential, along with calibration support, QA/QC, and compliance with QMS policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic certifications per policy and advanced certifications for soils and concrete labs if applicable.
• 3 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.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Lab Manager in supervising daily laboratory operations.
• Provides mentorship, training, and guidance to laboratory staff.
• Promotes safety practices and ensures proper PPE use.
• Coordinates laboratory schedules and workflow.
• Performs laboratory and field testing as needed.
• Interprets test data and prepares reports or summaries.
• Supports calibration, maintenance, and documentation of laboratory equipment.
• Assists with recruiting and staffing in coordination with leadership.
• Maintains inventory of laboratory supplies and equipment.
• Ensures QA/QC and accreditation compliance.
• Supports implementation and compliance with QMS policies and procedures.
• Assists in maintaining laboratory certifications and supports staff certification efforts.
• Provides support to Project Managers and assists with administrative tasks.
• Participates in business development, marketing, and client engagement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Math skills

Keylab familiarity

Lab data analysis

Excel

Word

QMS knowledge

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Keylab software

Job description

ECS Group of Companies in Melbourne seeks an Assistant Lab Manager to oversee quality control and supervise junior staff in the construction materials testing lab, ensuring department goals are met. You will mentor staff, reinforce safety, and coordinate schedules while performing lab and field testing as needed.

Strong data interpretation and reporting skills are essential, along with calibration support, QA/QC, and compliance with QMS policies.