Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Certerra (formerly RMA Companies)
Job overview
The Lab Director at Certerra oversees laboratory operations and special geotechnical inspections, ensuring high-quality testing services and regulatory compliance.
Responsibilities and impact
The Lab Director manages lab staff, develops and implements lab policies, oversees daily lab operations, ensures compliance with standards, mentors staff, collaborates across departments, evaluates new technologies, participates in budgeting, and handles lab service issues.
Experience and skills
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, 5+ years in Special Inspections (Geotechnical), 7+ years in lab testing with 3+ years in management, strong knowledge of lab operations and quality control, leadership and communication skills, PE license in NY (required), and various technical certifications.
Work environment and culture
Certerra values innovation, service, and sustainable development, fostering a collaborative environment with a commitment to equal opportunity and diversity.
Company information
Certerra is a national provider of testing, inspection, and certification services with 60 years of history, 30+ offices in 10 states, ranked on ENR’s Top 500 list, focusing on innovation and client success.
Job location and travel
The role involves work in the greater NYC-Metro area with 2-3 days per week onsite for special inspections; other lab operations location details are not specified.
Unique job features
The position includes serving as Technical Director for a licensed Concrete Testing Lab and involves leadership in a high-end, innovative lab environment with a focus on quality and regulatory compliance.
Company overview
Certerra, previously known as RMA Companies, specializes in providing advanced testing, inspection, and consulting services primarily for infrastructure, environmental, and construction projects. The company generates revenue by offering critical solutions such as materials testing, geotechnical engineering, environmental compliance, and quality assurance to both public and private sector clients. Founded with a focus on technical excellence, Certerra has evolved through strategic acquisitions and rebranding to expand its expertise and geographic reach, positioning itself as a trusted partner in ensuring safety, sustainability, and regulatory adherence in complex projects.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your Professional Engineer licensure, especially in NY and NJ, along with your 5+ years of geotechnical special inspections experience and 7+ years in construction materials lab testing, emphasizing any supervisory roles.
Focus on your leadership skills, ability to develop and implement lab policies, and experience managing lab operations, quality control, and compliance with regulatory standards as these are key responsibilities in the role.
Apply through multiple channels such as Certerra's corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and increase your chances of being noticed.
Connect on LinkedIn with current Certerra lab management or engineers in their testing division; start conversations by referencing their recent projects, company growth, or asking about the lab's approach to integrating new testing technologies.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords like 'Special Inspections,' 'Geotechnical,' 'Lab Operations,' 'Quality Assurance,' 'ACI Certifications,' 'NICET,' and 'Professional Engineer NY/NJ' to ensure it passes automated screening.
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