Lead Lab Manager - Construction Materials Testing

ECS Southeast, LLP; Long Beach (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Limited is seeking a Lab Manager to lead the Long Beach CMT laboratory, overseeing daily operations, staffing, testing, data interpretation, QC, and client relations. The role emphasizes safety, accreditation maintenance, and collaboration with project and department managers.

The candidate will ensure compliance with QA/QC, manage calibration, and lead recruitment and staff development while supporting business development activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering preferred.
• 4 years of related experience.
• Certifications per ECS Technician Policy and any advanced certifications necessary for the work performed.
• If managing both soils and concrete labs, certifications are required for both laboratories.
• If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and team-building skills.
• Advanced knowledge of laboratory testing methods, ASTM standards, and equipment.
• Ability to evaluate test results for specification compliance.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret and validate data.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively with clients, peers, and leadership.
• Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Proficiency with laboratory systems (e.g., Breakpro and/or Keylab).
• Knowledge of laboratory accreditation requirements and Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Ability to lift 60-80 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Manages daily laboratory operations, personnel, and workload distribution.
• Oversees laboratory testing, data interpretation, and report preparation.
• Ensures all testing meets applicable standards and quality requirements (e.g., ASTM, QA/QC).
• Performs calculations and data reduction as needed.
• Maintains and calibrates laboratory equipment and manages calibration schedules and records.
• Maintains inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Ensures laboratory organization and compliance with accreditation and quality requirements.
• Obtains and maintains laboratory certifications and accreditations; ensures staff achieve required certifications.
• Oversees compliance with corporate and office-specific Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Supports Project Managers, Department Managers, and administrative functions as needed.
• Leads recruiting and staffing efforts in coordination with leadership.
• Promotes safety culture and ensures compliance with safety requirements.
• Participates in business development, marketing, and client relationship activities.
• Occasionally performs laboratory testing and technician duties as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Promote safety and safety culture and ensure proper PPE is used.
• Assist with company-required safety training.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Team-building

Analytical skills

Multi-tasking

Client relations

Safety culture

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Breakpro

Keylab

Job description

ECS Limited is seeking a Lab Manager to lead the Long Beach CMT laboratory, overseeing daily operations, staffing, testing, data interpretation, QC, and client relations. The role emphasizes safety, accreditation maintenance, and collaboration with project and department managers.

The candidate will ensure compliance with QA/QC, manage calibration, and lead recruitment and staff development while supporting business development activities.