Lab Manager/Project Manager

Résumé du poste

The Lab Manager is responsible for the leadership, technical oversight, and day-to-day operations of a construction materials testing laboratory. This role also involves managing project execution, mentoring technical staff, and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards.

Détails du poste

Lab Manager/Supervisor Burnaby, BC At EXP, we’re driven to provide innovative solutions for the world’s built and natural environments. As a team of engineers, architects, designers, scientists, creators and a community of professionals, we bring diverse and talented people together to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Here, you join a team that leverages differences, harnesses their entrepreneurial spirit in an employee-owned company, that believes diversity is what gives us strength, seeks sustainable results and shares ambitions for each other, our clients and the communities we are part of and serve. To be a part of EXP means to have your own experience, while staying connected to a global network of professionals, who believe we are a part of something bigger. Together, we are EXP. Are you ready to design your future? Be our next Lab Manager/Supervisor Project Manager! Your work environment at EXP The Lab Manager is responsible for the leadership, technical oversight, and day-to-day operation of a construction materials testing laboratory specializing in soil, aggregate, asphalt, concrete, and related construction materials. The Lab Manager / Project Manager is responsible for the leadership, technical oversight, and day-to-day operation of EXP's Soils and Materials Laboratory in Burnaby, BC. The role combines laboratory management with project delivery responsibilities, construction materials testing, and quality assurance programs across infrastructure, transportation, land development, municipal, commercial, and industrial projects throughout Western Canada. The successful candidate will lead laboratory operations, mentor technical staff, manage project execution, maintain quality and safety standards, and work closely with engineers, project managers, clients, and contractors to deliver high-quality services and exceptional client experiences. The role also ensures compliance with ASTM, AASHTO, CSA, CCIL, and BC Ministry of Transportation and Transit requirements while maintaining quality, safety, and operational excellence. What a day at EXP has in store for you * Manage daily laboratory operations for soil, aggregate, asphalt, and concrete testing programs. * Coordinate testing schedules and allocate resources to meet project deadlines. * Provide technical oversight for geotechnical and construction materials testing. * Review and approve laboratory test results and reports. * Maintain CCIL accreditation and quality management system requirements. * Ensure compliance with ASTM, AASHTO, CSA, and BC Ministry specifications. * Oversee equipment calibration, maintenance, and replacement planning. * Lead safety initiatives and ensure compliance with WorkSafeBC requirements. * Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate laboratory personnel. * Monitor project schedules, budgets, productivity, and profitability. * Support clients, project managers, audits, budgeting, and continuous improvement activities. What your experience looks like * Diploma or Degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or related discipline. * 5-10 years of construction materials testing experience. * 3+ years of laboratory leadership or supervisory experience. * Experience working in CCIL-accredited laboratories. * CCIL, ACI, AScT, or P.Eng. designation considered an asset. * Strong understanding of soils, aggregates, asphalt, and concrete testing. * Knowledge of ASTM, AASHTO, CSA, and BC transportation specifications. * Experience managing quality systems and laboratory accreditation. * Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills. * Proficiency with laboratory software and Microsoft Office applications. This job posting is for an existing position vacancy within our organization. The hourly range for this role is between $85,000 - $100,000. The actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. EXP subscribes to the Workplace Equity Program. Applications from women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Persons with disabilities can obtain accommodation for the selection process by contacting us at the following email address: [email protected] [[email protected]]. Our story With a mission to understand, innovate, partner and deliver, EXP provides engineering, architecture, design and consulting services to the world’s built and natural environments. Our heritage dates back to 1906, when the earliest of EXP’s predecessor companies started its engineering infrastructure practice. Today, thousands of creative professionals across EXP work together to deliver extraordinary experiences year after year. What makes us different The passion, enthusiasm, diversity and industry-leading capabilities of our employees make us who we are. We’re committed to providing a challenging work environment that cultivates career growth, encourages creativity and rewards excellence. Find out more about life at EXP by visiting www.exp.com [https://www.exp.com/].

Ce que vous ferez

The Lab Manager is responsible for the leadership, technical oversight, and day-to-day operations of a construction materials testing laboratory. This role also involves managing project execution, mentoring technical staff, and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards.

Exigences

Candidates must hold a diploma or degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline with 5-10 years of experience in construction materials testing. At least 3 years of supervisory experience and knowledge of industry standards like ASTM, CSA, and CCIL are required.

Compétences indiquées

• Budgeting · Souhaitée
• Assurance qualité · Souhaitée
• Safety Compliance · Souhaitée
• Team Leadership · Souhaitée
• Gestion de projet · Souhaitée

Autres compétences pertinentes

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Laboratory management
• Project management
• Construction materials testing
• Soil testing
• Aggregate testing
• Asphalt testing
• Concrete testing
• Quality assurance
• Technical oversight
• Safety compliance
• Team leadership
• Budgeting
• Equipment calibration
• ASTM standards
• CSA standards
• CCIL accreditation
• Equipment Calibration
• Project Schedules
• Supervision
• Organizational Skills
• Construction Materials Testing
• Materials Engineering
• Project Delivery
• Planning
• ASTM International Standards
• Quality Management Systems
• Architectural Design
• Auditing
• Civil Engineering
• Communication
• Consulting
• Continuous Improvement Process
• Creativity
• Geotechnical Engineering
• Leadership
• Innovation
• Laboratory Management System
• Laboratory Testing
• Land Development
• Project Management
• Microsoft Office
• Operational Excellence
• Operations
• Safety Standards
• Quality Assurance
• Quality Management
• Soil Science
• Enthusiasm

Domaines d’emploi

• Construction
• Engineering
• Management & Leadership
• Science & Research
• Transportation
• Laboratory Manager
• Project Manager (General)
• Management and Organization Analysts
• Project Management Specialists