Laboratory Coordinator

Terracon; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon is seeking a Laboratory Technician to coordinate and perform construction and geotechnical materials testing, including soils, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and timely delivery, with support for training and equipment calibration.

Responsibilities include ensuring testing complies with Terracon's Quality Management System, coordinating lab activities, and maintaining a safe, organized laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year experience performing laboratory tests on construction and geotechnical materials.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
• Certification by national/regional/state authorities (ACI, NICET, DOT) or in-house certs in concrete, aggregates, soil/rock, or road materials.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate or manage construction/geotechnical materials lab activities.
• Oversee training and utilization of laboratory staff.
• Ensure testing services align with Terracon quality protocols and client requirements.
• Assist Laboratory Manager with staff training, supervision, and safety.
• Maintain calibration and maintenance of lab equipment.
• Ensure lab area is clean, organized, and compliant with QMS.

Skills

Lab testing

Quality protocols

Safety training

Calibration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification: ACI/NICET/DOT or in-house

Tools

Testing equipment

QMS familiarity

Job description

General Responsibilities:

Responsible for coordinating or managing the activities of a Construction or Geotechnical materials laboratory (testing includes materials such as soils, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt). This includes ensuring that the laboratory testing services are conducted in a safe manner and consistent with company quality protocols, project requirements, and in a timely manner. Oversee or coordinate the training and utilization of laboratory staff. Oversee or coordinate the maintenance and cleanliness of the laboratory and testing equipment.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

• Ensures that the testing services are accomplished consistent with Terracon’s quality protocol and in an orderly and efficient manner.
• Assists the Laboratory Manager to ensure that laboratory personnel are properly trained, supervised and equipped with the necessary tools and equipment to ensure their personal safety in the office and laboratory.
• Coordinates the laboratory activities to ensure that the work is executed on time and in accordance with the client and project requirements and within company policies, procedures and standards.
• Ensures that laboratory processes and personnel adhere to the requirements of the company Quality program and the Construction Materials Quality Management System (QMS).
• Ensures all training records are completed and saved properly per the company Quality Management System (QMS)
• Assists the Laboratory Manager with overseeing calibration and maintenance of the laboratory equipment.
• Ensures the proper organization and appearance of the laboratory area for which he/she is responsible, including keeping the area and equipment clean and uncluttered.
• Performs construction and geotechnical related laboratory testing.
• Follow safety rules, guidelines and standards for all projects. Participate in pre-task planning. Report any safety issues or concerns to management.
• Be responsible for maintaining quality standards on all projects.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year experience performing laboratory tests on construction and geotechnical materials.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Required Qualifications:

• Certification by qualified national, regional or state authorities (ACI, NICET, DOT) or in-house certification is required in areas such as concrete, aggregates, soil and rock, or road and paving materials.