Laboratory Manager

Laboratory Operations:

• Plan, schedule, and supervise all laboratory testing activities for soils, aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and other construction materials.
• Ensure efficient workflow and resource utilization to meet project deadlines.
• Manage geotechnical testing including Atterberg limits, Proctor compaction, triaxial, permeability, and consolidation tests.

Quality Assurance & Compliance:

• Ensure laboratory operations comply with ISO/IEC 17025 standards and relevant local/international regulations (ASTM, AASHTO, BS, EN, etc.).
• Implement and monitor quality control procedures to maintain the integrity of testing results.
• Participate in internal and external audits and proficiency testing programs.

Personnel Management:

• Supervise, train, and mentor laboratory technicians and assistants.
• Develop work schedules, assign tasks, and monitor performance.
• Ensure staff follow safety protocols and standard operating procedures.

Client & Project Interaction:

• Communicate with clients regarding testing requirements, reporting timelines, and technical issues.
• Provide technical support to engineers and project managers.
• Prepare and review laboratory test reports for accuracy and completeness before submission.

Equipment & Inventory:

• Oversee the calibration, maintenance, and repair of laboratory equipment.
• Ensure availability of necessary tools, materials, and consumables for testing.
• Maintain an inventory of lab supplies and place orders as needed.