Lab Manager

Our client in the Lynnwood, WA location is currently hiring for a Lab Manager to oversee construction materials and geotechnical laboratory operations. This is a permanent, on-site opportunity responsible for leading laboratory staff, ensuring quality testing procedures, maintaining compliance standards, and supporting business growth initiatives. This position will be a hands-on leadership role managing a team of 4-6 employees while continuing to support laboratory testing activities.

Pay - $102,840 - $131,100 annually (depending on experience, certifications, leadership background, and industry expertise)

Location - Lynnwood, WA (100% On-Site)

Schedule - Standard Monday-Friday (40+ hours per week)

Responsibilities

Lead and manage daily operations of a construction materials and geotechnical testing laboratory

Supervise, train, mentor, and develop a team of 4-6 laboratory professionals

Ensure testing services are completed safely, accurately, and within project schedules

Oversee testing of soils, aggregates, asphalt, and concrete materials

Maintain compliance with laboratory quality programs and QMS requirements

Coordinate laboratory staffing, workload planning, and resource allocation

Oversee calibration, maintenance, and proper utilization of testing equipment

Support proposal development, project scoping, and laboratory service pricing discussions

Review laboratory reports and ensure client deliverables are completed accurately and on time

Promote a strong safety culture and lead continuous quality improvement initiatives

Support hiring, onboarding, and training efforts for laboratory personnel

Assist with annual business planning and departmental growth initiatives

Build and maintain strong relationships with material suppliers, manufacturers, and project stakeholders

Qualification Requirements

Minimum 7 years of experience in a construction materials or geotechnical testing environment

Minimum 3 years of laboratory management or supervisory experience leading teams of 4 or more employees

Experience performing and reviewing laboratory testing including:

• Sieve Analysis

• Gradation Testing

• California Bearing Ratio (CBR) Testing

• Hydrometer Testing

• Proctor Testing

• Specific Gravity Testing

• Plasticity Index Testing

• Lightweight Pieces Testing

• Sand Equivalent Testing

• Clay Lumps Testing

• Fracture Face Aggregate Testing Experience utilizing universal testing machines for compressive and tensile testing

• ACI certifications with demonstrated concrete and aggregate testing experience

• NICET certification with asphalt and concrete materials testing experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology or related field preferred, or equivalent industry experience

• Valid driver's license may be required

Disqualifiers

No laboratory leadership or supervisory experience

Lack of ACI and NICET certifications

Limited experience with construction materials testing environments

No experience managing laboratory personnel, scheduling, or quality systems

Less than 7 years of relevant laboratory testing experience

Employee Value Proposition

Opportunity to lead and develop your own laboratory team within a well-established organization

Employee-owned company offering participation in company success through an ESOP program

Strong focus on career growth, leadership development, and advancement opportunities

Diverse project portfolio including infrastructure, construction, environmental, and geotechnical projects

Consistent business growth and long-term organizational stability

Exposure to complex testing programs involving soils, concrete, aggregates, and asphalt materials

Collaborative office and laboratory environment with experienced technical professionals

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off

Work Environment

Laboratory-based environment located in Lynnwood, WA

Free on-site parking available

Laboratory connected to an office environment accommodating approximately 35 employees

Combination of laboratory testing, team leadership, client interaction, and operational management responsibilities

Hands-on role requiring both technical expertise and people leadership skills

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Lynnwood, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $102840.00 - $131100.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options - Life and disability insurance at no cost - Employee Assistance Program and well-being resources covering physical, mental, financial, career, social, and community wellness - PTO, Paid Holidays, Parental Leave and compassionate leave program - 401k 60% of the first 7% of employee deferrals - Employee stock ownership plan - Annual opportunities to purchase Terracon stock

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lynnwood,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 12, 2026.

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