Laboratory Manager – Concrete & Materials Testing

Brayman Construction Corporation; Monaca (Beaver County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Brayman Construction Corporation is looking for a qualified Laboratory Manager to lead onsite concrete and materials testing operations at the Montgomery Locks and Dam project in Monaca, PA. The successful candidate will manage laboratory personnel, oversee testing procedures, and ensure compliance with project specifications and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers standards.

Key responsibilities include managing daily laboratory operations, supervising quality control testing, and training laboratory staff. Candidates should have significant experience in materials testing and a valid driver's license.

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 or infrastructure projects preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the onsite concrete and materials testing laboratory.
• Oversee quality control testing associated with concrete production.
• Supervise concrete cylinder casting and testing.
• Review and validate laboratory test results and quality control reports.
• Train and supervise laboratory and field testing personnel.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities

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

Laboratory Manager - Concrete & Materials Testing

Brayman Construction Corporation is seeking a qualified Laboratory Manager to oversee onsite concrete and materials testing operations for the $769.9 million Montgomery Locks and Dam project, awarded by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in Monaca.

This major infrastructure initiative involves removal of the existing lock chamber and construction of a new 110‑ft by 600‑ft primary lock chamber at the Montgomery Locks and Dam on the Ohio River. The project includes in‑the‑wet construction, cofferdam installation, and large‑scale mass concrete operations extending through anticipated completion in 2030.

Position Summary

The Laboratory Manager is 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. The Laboratory Manager ensures all testing activities are performed in accordance with project specifications and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers quality standards.

Essential Responsibilities

• 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

Required 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, 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 are potentially life‑threatening to the employee. The role may require working at heights, in confined spaces, around heavy equipment, around high voltage, and under constantly changing circumstances. It will be subject to more stringent drug testing and compliance policies associated with our status as a Federal Contractor.

Confidentiality

Some positions with the company will have access to confidential and proprietary information. Successful candidates for those positions will be required to sign our standard confidentiality agreement as a condition of employment.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer: race/color/religion/sex/sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability/veteran.

Location: Monaca, PA