Senior Lab Manager - Construction Materials Testing

Atlas; Lakewood (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness: medical, dental, 视

Vacation time & holidays

401(k) with company match

Life & Disability insurance

PPE provided & safety glasses reimburs

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Atlas seeks a CMT Laboratory Manager to lead Lakewood testing operations, oversee asphalt, soil, aggregate and concrete testing programs, and develop mix designs. You will manage staff, ensure quality and safety compliance, and support client-focused solutions while maintaining accreditations.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, technical knowledge of construction materials testing, and collaboration with project teams to meet client and project needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of related experience in construction, materials testing or geotechnical engineering.
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or Geological disciplines desirable.
• Minimum 5+ years staff management experience.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Familiar with Microsoft Word, Excel, and MS Teams.
• Understanding of construction materials testing processes and equipment.
• Knowledge of ASTM, ACI, AASHTO and CDOT codes.
• Capable of reading technical drawings and reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily staff activities and direction of laboratory testing services in Lakewood.
• Develop asphalt, soil, aggregate, and concrete testing schedules and mix designs; write client reports.
• Communicate with clients to understand their needs and services.
• Troubleshoot field and laboratory testing issues to achieve successful outcomes.
• Determine personnel and equipment requirements with input from Area Manager, Project Managers and Quality Manager.
• Maintain AMRL and CCRL accreditations and calibrate equipment.
• Enforce safety measures and PPE usage; uphold Quality Management System.

Skills

Staff management

Laboratory management

Asphalt testing

Soil testing

Aggregate testing

Concrete testing

Quality management

Client communication

Safety compliance

PPE safety

ASTM/AASHTO knowledge

MS Word/Excel/MS Teams

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

MS Teams

Job description

Atlas seeks a CMT Laboratory Manager to lead Lakewood testing operations, oversee asphalt, soil, aggregate and concrete testing programs, and develop mix designs. You will manage staff, ensure quality and safety compliance, and support client-focused solutions while maintaining accreditations.

The role emphasizes strong leadership, technical knowledge of construction materials testing, and collaboration with project teams to meet client and project needs.