Lab Manager - Military veterans preferred

WSB LLC is a comprehensive engineering services company with offices in Oklahoma, Texas, Colorado and California. We are currently seeking an experienced Construction Materials Laboratory Supervisor for our Arlington, Texas office. We are looking for trusted professionals who value honesty, integrity, respect, a strong work ethic, and superior client service. The candidate we are looking for needs to have a minimum of 10 years of experience in a Construction Materials Testing/Management role, preferably with TxDOT project experience.

Job Summary:

Responsible for coordinating and managing the activities of a Construction Materials Testing Laboratory. Testing includes materials such as soils, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt. This includes ensuring that the laboratory testing services are conducted in a safe manner and consistent with company quality protocols, project requirements, and in a timely manner. Oversee and coordinate the training and utilization of laboratory staff. Oversee and coordinate the maintenance and cleanliness of the laboratory and testing equipment. Must have experience and be able to communicate effectively with customers and project managers in the preparation of proposals and cost estimates.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure that the testing services are accomplished consistent with WSB’s quality manual, testing procedures, standards and in a timely manner.
• Assists during preparation of proposals and cost estimates for laboratory testing services to ensure a proper scoping of services, availability of manpower, and appropriate pricing.
• Represent WSB with clients in a professional and competent manner.
• Oversees calibration and maintenance of the laboratory equipment.
• Oversees and maintains AASHTO and TxDOT laboratory accreditations.
• Ensures the proper organization and appearance of the laboratory area including keeping the area and equipment clean and uncluttered.
• Performs construction and geotechnical related laboratory testing.
• Promote quality monitoring and improvement on projects. Monitor quality standards and practices.
• Manages laboratory personnel ensuring that they are properly trained and prepared to obtain essential certifications. Ensures staff maintains certifications and tracks expiration dates of each. Evaluates performance of all employees within the laboratory. Assists them in their professional development and growth, consistent with company policies and procedures.
• Provide leadership regarding safety, ensuring that employees are provided the necessary tools and equipment to ensure their personal safety in the office, laboratory and field.
• Directly supervises the administrative systems of the laboratory to ensure that reports, proposals, and information required to serve the client are properly prepared and reported.
• Ensures that laboratory personnel follow company administrative policies. Examples of such policies include, but are not limited to, time sheets, expense reports and purchase order requirements.
• With assistance must be able to plan for, recruit, select and provide training for personnel.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Regional Manager.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent knowledge of construction materials testing and civil related projects.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Proficient with computer programs including experience in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe, other applicable software’s. 
• Ability to work nights and weekends.

Education, Experience and Certifications:

• Minimum High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience performing laboratory tests on construction and geotechnical materials.
• Certification by qualified national, regional, or state authorities (TXAPA, TxDOT, ACI, NICET, ) is required in areas such as concrete, aggregates, soil and rock, or road and paving materials.
• Well-versed in ASTM, AASHTO, & TxDOT test procedures for soils, aggregates, concrete and HMAC.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening.
• Must have a valid Texas Driver’s License

Salary: WSB offers top-of-industry salary structure based on qualifications and experience.

Compensation:  In return for your contributions, we offer highly competitive salary structure with comprehensive employee benefits, Company matching 401K and Personal Time Off along with a real opportunity to advancement.  

WSB LLC, is an EOE – Equal Opportunity Employer. All eligible candidates are invited to apply for position vacancies as appropriate. If you meet the qualifications and our opportunity is attractive to you, please forward your resume to us.

Attach to your resume answers to these questions:

• Do you have experience in construction materials testing for transportation related projects? If yes, provide examples and your role on these projects.
• Do you currently hold any TxDOT, ACI, TXAPA certifications? If not, have you recently held these certifications? Certifications:

ACI

• Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade 1
• Concrete Strength Testing
• Aggregate Testing Technician Level 1
• Aggregate/Soils Base Testing

TXAPA

• SB101
• SB102
• SB103
• AGG101
• SB201
• SB202
• Level 1A
• Level 2

Other related certifications

• In what area of CMT is the bulk of your work experience in? Concrete, Soils, Asphalt, other? Please explain.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Minimum $75,000.00 plus per year (Based on experience and qualifications)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Construction Materials Testing: 10 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• ACI, TXAPA (Required)

Who We Are: WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in Transportation, Community Planning, Environmental, Energy, Municipal, and Construction services. We provide solutions for the places, spaces and systems that support our lives. We offer services in more than 50 complementary areas across the nation.

Full time WSB employees qualify for competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, company paid short- and long-term disability, 401K with match, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Part time employees can participate in the 401K plan and applicable earned paid leave.  

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.

WSB strives to ensure that its careers web site is accessible to all. If you need assistance completing your online application, please email wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com.             

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WSB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please e-mail us at wsbrecruiting@wsbeng.com. In your e-mail, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.

Notice to Third Party Agencies: WSB does not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting firms. Absent a signed Service Agreement by WSB, we reserve the right to pursue and hire any unsolicited candidates without financial obligation to recruiters or agencies.