Strategic Environmental Lab Executive

SPL; Conroe (TX); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disable­

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Job summary

SPL's full-service, accredited environmental laboratory in Conroe, TX is seeking a Laboratory Director to lead personnel, operations, and quality systems while delivering accurate, compliant testing. You will shape strategy, manage budgets, drive profitability, and partner with business development to expand services across water, soil, and waste characterization.

The role requires 7–10 years of progressive leadership in NELAP‑accredited labs, strong regulatory knowledge, and a proven ability to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science (or related field).
• 7–10 years of leadership in multi‑level analytical lab ops in a NELAP‑accredited lab.
• Working knowledge of TNI standards and Texas regs.
• Advanced knowledge of lab instrumentation and testing methodologies for water, wastewater, soil, solids, and toxicology.
• Strong business and financial acumen: budgeting, forecasting, pricing, capital planning.
• Proven ability to develop strategy, improve performance, and lead organizational change.
• Proficiency in MS Office and LIMS.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the lab’s strategic plan and annual priorities.
• Lead lab managers and functional leaders, build accountability and leadership development.
• Drive financial performance: budgeting, forecasting, pricing, profitability, capital planning.
• Direct long‑term workforce, capacity, tech, and service expansion strategies.
• Monitor safety, quality, compliance, turnaround time, and client service results.
• Oversee quality systems, accreditation, regulatory compliance, and risk.
• Shape market strategy and growth initiatives with leadership.
• Act as executive contact for key clients, regulators, and partners.
• Lead major organizational change and standardization initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Forecasting

People management

LIMS proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Science

Master degree preferred

Tools

LIMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

SPL's full-service, accredited environmental laboratory in Conroe, TX is seeking a Laboratory Director to lead personnel, operations, and quality systems while delivering accurate, compliant testing. You will shape strategy, manage budgets, drive profitability, and partner with business development to expand services across water, soil, and waste characterization.

The role requires 7–10 years of progressive leadership in NELAP‑accredited labs, strong regulatory knowledge, and a proven ability to