Quality Laboratory Manager

Holcim Ltd.; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings

Medical, Dental, Disability, and Life Insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Educational Assistance Program

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is looking for a Nevada-licensed Professional Engineer (PE) to serve as Asphalt Laboratory Manager in Las Vegas. The role includes overseeing asphalt mix designs, ensuring compliance with state regulations, supervising laboratory staff, and managing testing standards. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in asphalt materials, laboratory testing, and a strong knowledge of NDOT specifications. The position also offers comprehensive health benefits and a focus on safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Nevada.
• Minimum of 8 years in asphalt materials and laboratory testing.
• Experience with NDOT or Clark County specifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead safe laboratory practices in asphalt production.
• Oversee asphalt mix designs and engineering documentation.
• Supervise laboratory technicians and ensure testing standards.

Skills

Asphalt materials knowledge

Laboratory testing

Mix design development

Quality control

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

About the Role

Amrize is seeking a Nevada‑licensed Professional Engineer (PE) to serve as Asphalt Laboratory Manager and Engineer of Record for our Las Vegas operations. The role provides leadership, professional engineering oversight, and management of asphalt laboratory operations supporting asphalt production and paving activities throughout Southern Nevada. The position maintains responsibility for asphalt mix designs, laboratory engineering reports, and technical documentation required by agencies including the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT).

What You’ll Accomplish

• Lead safe laboratory and field practices.
• Ensure staff follow company safety policies.
• Identify and address safety hazards.
• Serve as the Nevada Professional Engineer responsible for review and stamping of asphalt mix designs and engineering documentation.
• Review and approve asphalt mix designs (JMFs).
• Verify volumetric calculations, aggregate blends, and binder contents.
• Stamp mix design reports and revisions.
• Manage the Las Vegas asphalt laboratory to ensure accurate, timely, and specification‑compliant testing.
• Supervise laboratory technicians and QC staff.
• Ensure testing follows AASHTO, ASTM, NDOT, and Clark County standards.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, calibrations, and testing records.
• Serve as the technical contact for asphalt materials and mix design approvals with agencies.
• Coordinate with NDOT Materials Division and Clark County Public Works.
• Support mix design approvals and technical documentation.
• Respond to agency questions and participate in technical meetings.
• Support the development and improvement of asphalt mixes used in production.
• Develop and update asphalt mix designs.
• Evaluate aggregate blends and material performance.
• Assist plants with mix troubleshooting and adjustments.

What We’re Looking For

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, Construction Engineering, or related field.
• Professional License: Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Nevada.
• Experience: 8+ years of experience in asphalt materials, laboratory testing, mix design development, or asphalt quality control. Experience working with public agency specifications preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Adherence to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved personal protective equipment, including respirators. Employees required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face to pass fit tests.
• Experience with NDOT or Clark County specifications.
• Asphalt plant production support experience.
• Airport asphalt mix experience (FAA specifications).

What We Offer

• Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre‑tax and/or Roth after‑tax savings.
• Medical, Dental, Disability, and Life Insurance.
• Holistic Health & Well‑being programs.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care.
• Vision and other voluntary benefits and discounts.
• Paid time off & paid holidays.
• Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity).
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Dress for your day.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Amrize is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Amrize North America Inc. participates in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your I‑9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

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While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.