Laboratory Manager ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC United States, Virginia, Chantilly 14383 brook Drive (Show on map) Sep 10, 2026

Position & Office Overview As a Laboratory Manager, you have no problem successfully navigating competing priorities. Your technical expertise is something you take pride in, and you know how to exceed your clients expectations. Most of your career has been focused on construction materials testing in both the field and lab, and you have a passion for the industry. While your job duties may fluctuate day to day, we expect to see you proficient in geotechnical and construction materials testing laboratory and field work, managing and supervising all activities related to laboratory testing, managing laboratory technicians, and keeping the laboratory organized and in compliance with QA/QC initiatives, and DOT, AMRL, and AASHTO accreditation requirements. Responsibilities Managing activities and personnel related to geotechnical/construction materials laboratory testing

Overseeing laboratory tests, interpretation of test data, and preparing reports and/or summaries of test data

Responsible for day-to-day operations of the lab with consideration of financial performance

Responsible for complying with corporate-level and office-specific Quality Management Systems (QMS) related policies and procedures; including adoption, implementation, and enforcement

Responsible for obtaining and maintaining appropriate lab-testing related certifications by external certifying agencies for the defined scope; and also ensuring Lab Technicians obtain the same

Responsible for obtaining and maintaining accreditation by appropriate accrediting agencies in accordance with Corporate's Lab Accreditation Policy (such as by AASHTO re:source, CMEC, A2LA, or equivalent), including participation and performance of required Proficiency Sample Testing

Maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment, calibration schedules, and records

Maintaining sufficient inventory of required supplies and equipment

Promoting safe work practices and ensuring proper PPE is used

Perform calculations and data reduction of test results and other administrative duties, as needed

Oversee and coordinate the schedules and work of laboratory technicians

Train and supervise both existing and new technicians

Conduct and/or assist with coaching, performance evaluations, discipline, and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy

Assist and/or be responsible formaintaining appropriate staff levels with approval by your management

The focus of this position will be on Laboratory Management, you may occasionally perform technician job duties Qualifications High school diploma; BS in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited university preferred

2-5 years of relevant experience

Nuclear gauge and basic concrete and soils certifications

Military Qualifications:

The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education and certification requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":

E-5 The expected pay range for this role and location is $80k - $95k/year. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications. About Us ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,00 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering s-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering s-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #38 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit:www.ecslimited.com. ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, clickhere.