Laboratory Services Manager

Stratageotech; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Company-paid life insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) retirement plan with match

Job summary

A geotechnical engineering firm in Salt Lake City is seeking an experienced Laboratory Services Manager. The ideal candidate will manage laboratory services, ensuring accurate test results and timely reports. Responsibilities include hiring and mentoring staff, coordinating with other departments, and adhering to quality standards. A minimum of 10 years in a related field and necessary certifications are required within 90 days. This role offers comprehensive benefits and an opportunity to lead a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in construction services and materials testing laboratory.
• Industry certifications in testing required within 90 days.
• Valid driver’s license with good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Manage laboratory services and oversee testing operations.
• Coordinate with teams to deliver exceptional service.
• Hire and develop employees.

Skills

Laboratory management

Client communication

Team leadership

Quality Management Systems

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Teams

Job description

STRATA provides clients with professional geotechnical engineering, construction inspection, and material testing (CMT) services throughout the Intermountain West. We have been in business for over 50 years. Currently, STRATA has an open Laboratory Services Manager position in our new Salt Lake City (Sandy), Utah office.

Major Responsibilities

Managing laboratory services, including the day-to-day technical execution by safely performing, analyzing, and communicating laboratory test results to clients, and ensuring deliverables are timely, accurate, fiscally responsible, and high-quality reports.

Obtaining and maintaining equipment, accreditations, calibrations, and certifications associated with laboratory operations. Laboratory cleanliness and appearance are essential.

Accomplishing work in accordance with the Quality Management System (QMS) and other protocols, which outline the operational procedures and requirements for STRATA’s laboratories and testing.

Coordinating and working closely with other managers, departments, and offices to ensure STRATA’s clients (internal and external) are provided with exceptional service efficiently and professionally, including resource sharing when possible.

Performing testing, inspections, laboratory, and project management, as the workload requires.

Hiring, leading, mentoring, and developing employees for continued professional development, while controlling risk and liability.

Setting the appropriate leadership example by endorsing and living our Core Values and ensuring a cohesive team that works well together and meets or exceeds goals.

Position Requirements

• 10+ years of experience working in a construction services and materials testing laboratory.
• Must have the following industry certifications or the ability to pass all certifications within 90 days (In-Place Density Testing Technician, Embankment and Base Testing Technician, Concrete Testing Technician, Sampling, Reduction, and Density Testing Technician, Aggregate Testing Technician, Asphalt Testing Technician, Concrete Strength Testing Technician, Laboratory Testing Technician).
• Basic use of a computer and proficiency in Microsoft products, including Word, Excel, Outlook, andTeams.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Adhering to STRATA’s drug and alcohol policy and to our Core Values of: safety, integrity, respect, professionalism, accountability, and respect.
• Ability to travel out of town, work overtime, weekends, and holidays when project work is required.
• Education assistance
• Paid Time Off (PTO), including pa id holidays and p aid time to serve in the community
• Company-paid life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k)/Retirement Plan with match

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.