Laboratory Manager (Concrete & Materials Testing)

PJ Dick - Trumbull - Lindy; Monaca (Beaver County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical Insurance

401k Pension Plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

PJ Dick - Trumbull - Lindy in Monaca, Pennsylvania is seeking an experienced Laboratory Manager to oversee onsite concrete and materials testing for the Montgomery Lock & Dam Project. You'll play a critical role in supporting the project's quality control program, managing day-to-day laboratory operations, staff, and compliance with safety standards.

You should have a minimum of 5 years in laboratory testing, particularly concrete and aggregates, along with relevant ACI certifications. The role offers competitive salary, medical benefits, and opportunities for overtime.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in concrete, aggregate, or construction materials laboratory testing.
• Prior supervisory or laboratory management experience preferred.
• Experience supporting large civil projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the onsite concrete and materials testing laboratory.
• Oversee quality control testing associated with concrete production.
• Train, mentor, and supervise laboratory testing personnel.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I

ACI Concrete Strength Testing Technician

ACI Aggregate Testing Technician – Level 1

ACI Concrete Laboratory Testing Technician – Level 1

ACI Concrete Laboratory Testing Technician – Level 2

Job description

Trumbull-Brayman Joint Venture Montgomery Lock & Dam Project - Monaca, Pennsylvania

Trumbull Corporation is seeking a qualified Laboratory Manager to oversee onsite concrete and materials testing operations to support the Montgomery Lock & Dam Project in Monaca, Pennsylvania, a major U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) infrastructure project located on the Ohio River navigation system with an estimated 8-year duration.

This is a long‑term, full‑time position that plays a critical role in supporting the project's quality control program by managing all laboratory operations associated with concrete production, aggregate testing, concrete cylinder curing, and compressive strength testing.

Schedule & Compensation

The typical work schedule is Monday through Friday – approximately 40 hours per week, with additional overtime available based on project needs.

Compensation includes:

• Competitive Salary with annual performance bonus
• Medical Insurance / Prescription Drug Plan
• Dental Insurance and Vision Insurance
• 401k Pension Plan with company match and profit sharing
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for overseeing the day‑to‑day operations of the onsite quality control laboratory utilized to support batch plant production and project material compliance. This role manages laboratory personnel, testing procedures, documentation, equipment calibration, and coordination with project quality control, production, and field operations teams.

Responsibilities include:

• Manage daily operations of the onsite concrete and materials testing laboratory
• Oversee quality control testing associated with concrete production and placement
• Supervise concrete cylinder casting, curing, handling, and compressive strength testing
• Direct aggregate sample preparation and testing activities
• Maintain laboratory quality systems, testing logs, certifications, and reporting documentation
• Coordinate testing schedules with batch plant operations, field crews, inspectors, and project management
• Manage laboratory equipment maintenance, calibration, and certification records
• Review and validate laboratory test results and quality control reports
• Train, mentor, and supervise laboratory and field testing personnel
• Support project audits, inspections, and quality investigations
• Promote and enforce safety standards and best practices within laboratory operations

Qualifications & Education

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in concrete, aggregate, or construction materials laboratory testing
• Prior supervisory or laboratory management experience preferred
• Experience supporting large civil, infrastructure, dam, lock, marine, bridge, or DOT projects preferred
• ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I
• ACI Concrete Strength Testing Technician
• ACI Aggregate Testing Technician – Level 1
• ACI Concrete Laboratory Testing Technician – Level 1
• ACI Concrete Laboratory Testing Technician – Level 2
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced construction environment
• Proficiency with testing documentation and reporting systems
• Valid driver's license required

Safety

This is a Safety Sensitive Position requiring work on project sites, including federal projects with various safety hazards which can be life‑threatening to the employee. The position may require working at heights, in confined spaces, around heavy equipment, around high voltage, and under constantly changing circumstances. The position will be subject to more stringent drug testing and compliance policies associated with our status as a Federal Contractor.

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PJ Dick‑Trumbull‑The Lindy Group strives to create a diverse, safe, welcoming, and inclusive work environment in which all teams can excel.

We are an Equal Opportunity and VEVRAA Federal Contracting Employer and welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates, including covered veterans, minorities, females, and people with disabilities. Our policy is clear: We do not discriminate based on any characteristic protected by law.

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