Laboratory Manager- Geotechnical

Colliers Engineering & Design is seeking an experienced Laboratory Manager or Geotechnical Engineer to lead the day-to-day operations of our high-volume Geotechnical and Construction Materials Testing Laboratory at our Totowa, NJ office. This role is responsible for overseeing laboratory staff, managing testing programs, maintaining quality and safety standards, and ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and on schedule. The Laboratory Manager will also support budgeting, forecasting, client relationships, staff development, and overall laboratory performance while working closely with internal teams and external clients. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on leader with strong technical expertise, operational management experience, and a passion for building and developing high-performing teams. We are open to considering qualified candidates who are willing to relocate for this opportunity, and relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate. Under the general guidance of the Laboratory Director, ensures efficient daily and long-term management of the Geotechnical and Construction. Material Laboratory operations including but not limited to supervising staff working in the lab, training, maintenance of laboratory equipment, quality assurance, safety and productivity of the laboratory. Project management including proposals, met revenue/profit targets, budget control, control costs, staffing, project testing coordination, lookahead coordination and review/approval of invoices. Work with the Laboratory Director to provide business development with existing and new clients. Business development experience is preferred but not required. Ability to bring in new clients upon hire is preferred but not required. Manage, oversee, perform testing and submit testing results for rock, advanced, specialized and research testing which consists of the following testing but not limited to triaxial (UC, UU, CU, CD), direct shear, direct simple shear (DSS), cyclic DSS and triaxial, permeability, special mix testing (soil, cement, bentonite, etc.) and rock (slake, uniaxial, triaxial, shear). Generate, calculate and compile laboratory testing reports and issue to clients and supervise others performing the same. Maintain and organize laboratory workload to meet given deadlines and proactive in assessing bottlenecks in workflows and processes to ensure efficient laboratory operations. Experience with MS Excel to manage and develop lab testing worksheets is essential. Oversees overall lab testing procedures including setup, application of loads, instrumentation, data acquisition, analyses and cleanup. Enter lab units and billing information weekly. Oversee and provide training for existing and entry-level staff and maintains training documentation to ensure that all testing methods are performed in a safe and reliable manner. Identifies needs and performs the required research for new testing procedures. Maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) and ensure testing is in accordance with AASHTO Re:Source and US Army Corp accreditation. Oversee equipment calibrations, maintenance, upgrades, procurement and repairs. Actively involved in the recruitment process for new personnel. Internal and external communication with outside clients and CED staff. Mechanically inclined to help with equipment trouble shooting and repairs is prefered. Ensure that lab is clean, organized and adequately stocked including but not limited to supply inventory, labeling and record keeping procedures. Oversee lab safety and lab SOP (standard operating procedures) including but not limited to proper specimen and chemical handling, disposal and storage processes and procedures. Communicating effectively and efficiently with contractors, clients and team members. Work Environment may include moderate to loud noise, dusty conditions, and require standing for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 40 l…

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