Pavement Laboratory Manager

About the role

We are seeking a Pavement Laboratory Manager to join our growing team in support of our federal program. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and contribute to impactful, mission-critical initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct the day-to-day operation and management of the NextGen Materials Laboratory.
• Maintain AASHTO Accreditation Program (AAP) accreditation and coordinate all accreditation activities.
• Ensure laboratory testing complies with ASTM, AASHTO, CCRL, and laboratory quality requirements.
• Manage laboratory equipment maintenance, calibration, preventive maintenance, and repairs.
• Develop laboratory testing schedules supporting FAA research projects.
• Cookordinate laboratory assessments, inspections, proficiency testing, and accreditation of renewals.
• Supervise laboratory operations, testing activities, and laboratory personnel.
• Maintain laboratory quality records, calibration documentation, and equipment history.
• Oversee laboratory safety programs, Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs), and Health & Safety documentation.
• Cookordinate laboratory support for NAPTF and NAPMRC research activities.
• Recommend improvements to laboratory operations, testing procedures, and quality systems.
• Provide support and expertise in assigned domain.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions.
• Ensure adherence to security, compliance, and quality standards.
• Support continuous improvement and innovation initiatives.
• Special projects as needed.

Required Skills

• Expert knowledge of pavement materials testing and laboratory operations.
• Thorough knowledge of ASTM, AASHTO, and CCRL testing standards.
• Experience maintaining AASHTO laboratory accreditation and quality systems.
• Knowledge of laboratory equipment calibration, preventive maintenance, and quality assurance.
• Strong leadership and laboratory management skills.
• Excellent technical writing and documentation skills.
• Ability to supervise laboratory personnel and coordinate multiple testing projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Experience & Qualifications

• 10 years of laboratory and pavement materials engineering experience.
• Experience managing accredited materials testing laboratories.
• Experience supporting airport, or transportation research programs preferred.
• Experience with laboratory accreditation programs and quality management systems.
• Prior experience working in fast-paced, client-focused environments.
• Experience supporting federal programs preferred.

Education

Ph.D. (preferred) or master's degree in Civil Engineering, Materials Engineering, Pavement Engineering, or closely related field with 10 years of experience.