Assistant Lab Manager

At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? We’re looking for a motivated Assistant Laboratory Manager to join our team! In this role, you’ll play a key part in overseeing the daily operations of our geotechnical and construction materials testing laboratory, which specializes in concrete, aggregate, soil, rock, masonry, and asphalt testing.

As Assistant Lab Manager, you’ll work closely with our leadership team to ensure smooth operations, support and mentor lab staff, and coordinate project samples for timely and accurate testing. This is a hands-on opportunity to contribute to important infrastructure and construction projects while developing your career in a supportive and growth-focused environment.

• Performance or coordination of geotechnical laboratory testing, including classification, compaction, shear,
consolidation, swell, and compressive strength of borings
• Performance or coordination of construction materials testing on concrete specimens, soil specimens, flowable fill, aggregate, masonry, and asphalt
• Coordination and scheduling of laboratory testing assignments
• Performing, and/or coordinating others in, timely calibrations and maintenance of field and laboratory
equipment to industry codes and standards
• Maintaining documentation of equipment maintenance and calibrations for compliance with AASHTO and A2lA
Accreditation Program requirements, including internal and external audits
• Frequent use of gINT or Geosystems and field and laboratory information management systems, for recording
and reporting testing results.

● High school diploma/GED required
● Minimum 3 years combined experience in laboratory geotechnical and construction materials testing
● Familiarity with ASTM and AASHTO test methods specific to geotechnical and construction materials, AASHTO
R18 Quality Management System (or comparable quality management system), Experience with Microsoft
Office (Word and Excel), geotechnical and material testing equipment, and calibration procedures required
● Valid driver’s license, with acceptable driving record.
● Basic Microsoft Office skills.
● Good written and verbal communication skills required
● Able to work independently and as part of a team with a focus on producing high-quality work.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of supervisory or leadership experience

• 5+ years of direct laboratory experience in construction materials testing

Preferred Certifications:

• ACI Concrete Strength Testing Technician

• TxDOT Certification(s) in applicable testing areas

• NICET Certification in Construction Materials Testing

• Aggregate Testing Certification

● This position does not require regular travel as part of its primary responsibilities. However, occasional travel may be required, up to 10%, primarily for occasional off-site meetings, training sessions, or company events. Travel, when necessary, will be communicated in advance and aligned with business needs.

• Work is primarily conducted in a laboratory environment, with occasional exposure to adjacent operational or
  industrial areas. Conditions may include:
  • Prolonged exposure to moderate to loud noise levels from lab equipment, ventilation systems, and
    instrumentation.
  • Routine handling of chemicals, biological samples, and other lab materials, requiring strict adherence to
    safety protocols.
  • Regular use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as lab coats, gloves, safety goggles, and
    respiratory protection as needed.
  • Potential exposure to fumes, chemical odors, dust, and temperature fluctuations depending on lab
    ventilation and activities.
• Physical requirements include:
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. of lab equipment, containers, or samples as needed.
  • Ability to stand or walk for extended periods while performing experiments or lab procedures.
  • Frequent use of hands and arms for pipetting, instrument calibration, typing, labeling, and material
    handling.
  • Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, kneel, or crouch to access equipment, supplies, or perform tasks at
    various heights.
  • Ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written form while working in a laboratory team
    environment.
  • Visual acuity to perform detailed work, including close vision, color differentiation, and the ability to
    detect fine measurements or anomalies.

UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement here