Regional Lab QA & Compliance Leader

ECS Group of Companies; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies seeks a Lab Quality Assurance Manager to oversee QA, accreditation, and compliance for laboratory operations across the region. You will ensure testing services meet quality standards and project specs, support staff competency, and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include managing QA across soils, concrete, and asphalt labs, coordinating accreditation events, and maintaining calibration and testing integrity, while aligning with ECS core values.

Qualifications

• 10 years of related experience.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate or bachelors degree in Civil Engineering preferred.
• Certifications aligned with ECS Technician Certification Policy are required or beneficial.
• Experience with laboratory accreditation programs and QA/QC systems.
• Strong knowledge of construction materials testing and laboratory procedures.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversees QA activities across soils, concrete, and asphalt laboratories.
• Ensures compliance with Quality Manual and QMS.
• Coordinates lab accreditation events and proficiency programs.
• Maintains calibration schedules and records for equipment.
• Oversees equipment maintenance and testing accuracy.
• Reviews test results and reports prior to release.
• Monitors continuous quality improvement and staff competency.
• Supports lab operations and training of personnel.

Skills

QA/QC experience

Lab quality management

Quality systems

Geotechnical principles

Education

High school diploma

Civil Engineering degree (Associate/Bachelor)

Job description

ECS Group of Companies seeks a Lab Quality Assurance Manager to oversee QA, accreditation, and compliance for laboratory operations across the region. You will ensure testing services meet quality standards and project specs, support staff competency, and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities include managing QA across soils, concrete, and asphalt labs, coordinating accreditation events, and maintaining calibration and testing integrity, while aligning with ECS core values.