Geotechnical Laboratory Manager

Geotechnical Laboratory Manager - Houston Texas

Intertek a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the worlds top-recognized brands and companies is actively seeking aGeotechnical Laboratory Manager to join our Professional Service Industries (PSI) team inHouston Texas. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural engineering and construction (A/E/C) industry.

Interteks Building and Construction division is a suite of Intertek brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture engineering and construction disciplines developing the most innovative product and project solutions. Interteks project-related assurance testing inspection and consulting services are the risk management and quality assurance partner you need to ensure the reliability safety and performance of your new developments existing assets and Service Industries Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of construction assurance testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing geotechnical services environmental engineering industrial hygiene and specialty is continually innovating and evolving to reduce risk for consumers brands and organizations in every sector and industry around the world.We go beyond Testing Inspection and Certification of products: we are a Total Quality Assurance Provider to industries worldwide.Our Purpose: Bringing quality safety and sustainability to life.

Professional Service Industries Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of construction assurance testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing geotechnical services environmental engineering industrial hygiene and specialty testing.

What are we looking for

This position is responsible for overseeing daily operations of the Intertek PSI geotechnical testing laboratory in Houston Texas. The Laboratory Manager leads lab personnel maintains equipment and accreditation ensures quality and turnaround compliance and supports project teams across the Houston region.

Salary & Benefits Information

In addition to competitive compensation packages when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical dental vision life disability 401(k) with company match generous vacation / sick time (PTO) tuition reimbursement and more.

What youll do:

• Plan direct and supervise daily geotechnical laboratory testing activities including soil classification compaction consolidation shear strength permeability and other routine and special tests per ASTM/AASHTO standards.

• Maintain laboratory equipment in proper calibration and working order; develop and manage preventive maintenance and equipment replacement schedules.

• Manage sample intake logging storage and chain-of-custody procedures to ensure full traceability and client confidentiality.

• Develop implement and maintain laboratory standard operating procedures (SOPs) in accordance with ASTM AASHTO and other applicable standards.

• Serve as the laboratorys primary point of contact for AASHTO Accreditation Program (AAP) and applicable third-party accreditation bodies; manage audits proficiency sample programs and corrective actions.

• Review and approve test reports for technical accuracy completeness and conformance with applicable standards prior to release.

• Monitor non-conformances and maintain quality records in compliance with Intertek PSI QMS requirements.

• Perform and oversee geotechnical engineering analyses including foundation design settlement analysis slope stability evaluation and lateral earth pressure calculations in support of project teams.

• Conduct and interpret in-situ testing and instrumentation programs including CPT/SCPTu data reduction pressuremeter testing and inclinometer monitoring.

• Prepare geotechnical laboratory and engineering reports scopes of work project budgets and schedules in accordance with client specifications and PSI standards.

• Serve as technical reviewer for geotechnical reports prepared by junior engineers and technicians; provide mentoring and guidance on engineering methodology.

• Collaborate with project managers field crews and client representatives to align lab and field testing scope with project requirements and deadlines; attend client meetings as needed.

• Support business development and proposal preparation by providing laboratory cost estimates turnaround schedules accreditation documentation and technical input.

• Recruit train mentor and evaluate laboratory technicians and engineering staff; assign workloads and manage scheduling and lease technicians to other PSI offices to maintain operational continuity.

• Enforce safe laboratory and field practices in accordance with Intertek PSI HSE policies OSHA standards and applicable environmental regulations; maintain SDS files and ensure proper chemical handling and disposal.

This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.

Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering Geotechnical Engineering Geology or related field required.

• Minimum 10 years of progressive geotechnical engineering and laboratory experience with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management capacity

• Demonstrated experience managing AASHTO Accreditation Program (AAP) or CCRL-accredited laboratory operations

• Proficiency in ASTM and AASHTO standard test methods for soils and aggregates (D698 D1557 D2435 D2850 D3080 D4318 D4767 T99 T180 and related methods)

• Proficiency in geotechnical engineering analysis and design including settlement slope stability deep and shallow foundations and lateral earth pressure; experience with engineering software such as GeoStudio LPILE APILE SHAFT GROUP SLIDE and/or Settle3D

• Demonstrated instrumentation experience including inclinometer monitoring pressuremeter installation and interpretation and CPT/SCPTu data reduction and analysis

• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

• Strong supervisory and leadership skills

• Be aware of and adhere to safety practices and policies to ensure your own safety as well as the safety of others who may be affected by your actions at work

• Ability to work in fast-paced multi-tasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines

• Must be detailed-oriented and able to effectively prioritize and organize workload with efficient time management

• Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal written and presentation formats

• Must possess the fundamental technical and administrative skills required to perform the job duties

• Must be customer focused and quality driven

• Ability to travel as business needs dictate

• Valid Drivers License and reliable driving record required

Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:

• Masters degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering

• EIT preferred

• Familiarity with TxDOT and local soil and materials testing specifications and requirements

• Experience supporting environmental or CMT laboratory functions in a multi-discipline firm

• Proficiency with OpenGround GINT or similar geotechnical data management platforms

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel Outlook)

Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.

Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market with a proven high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion pace and precision we work to exceed our customers expectations while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.

Intertek is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment certain positions may be required to pass a pre-employment drug test based on the type of work that will be performed.

We Value Diversity

Interteks network of phenomenal peopleare our greatest assets and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation or who need assistance applying please emailor call 1- (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

*Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.

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