Laboratory Manager Advanced Geotechnical Lab
Laboratory Manager Advanced Geotechnical Lab
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Job Description
*This position is inoffice and is based in Fredericton NB.*
About Us
BGC Engineering Inc. (BGC) is an international applied earth sciences professional services firm. We are proud of our talented team of over 700 employees spanning the fields of Engineering Geoscience Software Geomatics Data Science Accounting Administration Health & Safety and Human Resources. Alongside our clients and industry partners BGC works collaboratively as One Team dedicated to solving the worlds most critical applied earth science challenges.BGC hasoffices locatedacross Canada the United States Chile the Dominican Republic and Australia.
Our flat management structure creates a culture of innovation excellence and transparency and a casual dynamic and inclusive work environment. BGC prides itself on offering training and mentoring opportunities to further our employees professional growth as well as social and wellness activities that contribute to the connection and wellbeing of our team.
We believe in One Team Excellence Curiosity Common Sense and Clarity.
The Role
BGC is looking for a Laboratory Manager to help lead our Advanced Geotechnical Laboratory in Fredericton New Brunswick (Canada). BGCs advanced laboratory is a stateoftheart facility that has established itself as the world leading consulting laboratory for characterization of the geotechnical properties of soil and rock. BGCs laboratory specializes in strength compressibility and permeability testing of soil and strength testing of rock. Our testing equipment includes soils index testing cyclic dynamic simple shear servocontrolled fully automated triaxial automated oedometer systems and rock triaxial and direct shear machines.
The laboratory team comprises approximately 15 highly skilled engineers and technicians with a passion for delivering high quality testing for some of the worlds most complex geotechnical projects. The team is looking for a dedicated senior manager with experience in geotechnical testing and laboratory management.
Reporting to the Chief Technical Officer (CTO) the successful candidate will provide senior leadership and oversee the operations of the lab while practicing our values of One Team Excellence Curiosity Common Sense and Clarity. This position is based in our Fredericton NB office.
Responsibilities
- Oversee lab testing project delivery including quoting proposals budgeting project deliverables and invoicing
- Oversee lab operations including scheduling sample chain of custody including sample shipping/receiving storage and disposal
- Coordinate acquisition calibration and maintenance of laboratory testing equipment
- Oversee training programs and continuing professional development of laboratory staff
- Oversee comprehensive review system of all laboratory testing data
- Lead initiatives to maintain high quality standards
- Resource management annual planning budgeting
- Setting and executing strategic direction for the lab in line with organizational and laboratory team goals
Required Education Experience & Competencies
- 10 to 15 years of relevant professional experience with laboratory testing including laboratory management
- Undergraduate degree in Geological/Geotechnical Engineering Geoscience or a related field or Certified Technician/Technology Diploma
- Technical expertise and project management experience
- Exceptional communication skills in English both written and oral and the ability to communicate effectively
- Excellent leadership communication and teambuilding skills
Desired Education Experience & Competencies
- Registered as a professional engineer (P.Eng. professional geoscientist (P.Geo. or Professional Technician (P.Tech.
- Experience with construction mining pipeline transportation and/or consulting engineering
- Experience with business management and operations
- Experience with strategic planning
Position Requirements
Drug & Alcohol Testing
To ensure we meet our clients compliance requirements and our workplace health and safety commitments BGC has a drug and alcohol policy that applies to this position. The policy states that an employee may be required to take a drug and alcohol test prior to engaging in field work. This testing could be requested within an employees first week or in the future as required. It is important to note that some clients also require random drug and alcohol testing and/or testing in the event of a health and safety accident or incident.
Drivers License
BGC requires that employees have a valid drivers license and that employees can drive a field pickup truck. Upon hiring BGCwill requirea drivers abstract to allow for a safety review of your driving history.
Travel and Vaccination
BGC is committed to maintaining a safe work environment to ensure the health and safety of employees while on business travel and during field assignments. To meet travel and client requirements employees may be required to receive vaccinations such as yellow fever COVID19 malaria etc. If you require an accommodation or wish to discuss your situation please contactHuman Resources. BGC requiresthat you have a current passport for this position.
Company Benefits
BGC offersour employees the following:
- Our One Team culture supporting health wellness safety and diversity
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Health Dental and Vision coverage
- LTD Life AD&D and Business Travel Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Maternity/Paternity leave top ups
- Professional development and mentoring opportunities
- Flat management structure
- Flexible workplace with office and home arrangements
- Social and wellness activities
- Casual and professional work environment
Equity Diversity and Inclusion
BGC strives to create a workplace where equity diversity and inclusion are embedded throughout our workplace culture and practices. Join us in our commitment to honour individuality ensure fairness and create a welcoming environment for everyone. As an equal opportunity employer we encourage applications from all candidates including those experiencing inequity such as racialized individuals Indigenous People women people of diverse sexual orientations identities and expressions veterans individuals with disabilities people of all faiths nationalities marital status ages and family status. For assistance or accommodation with your application please contact us at.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
