The Construction Lab Manager coordinates construction laboratory activities for various road and utility improvement projects. This position assigns work, supervises construction lab staff, and monitors testing activities to ensure compliance with required standards. The manager prepares monthly testing credit reports for use in monthly and final project estimates, advises project managers on minimum testing requirements, and oversees training and equipment calibration. Responsibilities also include employee supervision, including hiring, training, performance assessment, coaching, disciplinary actions, and terminations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate work assignments and supervise construction laboratory staff.
• Compute monthly testing credit reports used in preparing monthly and final estimates for Construction Manager approval.
• Advise project managers to ensure compliance with required minimum testing standards.
• Review laboratory techniques of personnel to ensure correct methodology.
• Coordinate laboratory activities and confer with external testing agencies as needed.
• Monitor the calibration of laboratory and field equipment.
• Establish and oversee a training program for laboratory and field personnel.
• Maintain all required certifications.

*The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Six (6) years of related work experience in public works, highway, bridge storm drainage, or utility construction inspection/materials testing.

*Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements. 
 

SUPPLEMENTAL INFOMATION
 

SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE

The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:

• Employee must successfully complete the post-offer medical examination and background investigation.
• This position is safety sensitive. Employment is subject to a pre-employment and random drug testing in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state rules and regulations regarding alcohol and/or drug testing.
• Employee must comply with all County safety guidelines.
• Employee must have a valid New Mexico driver’s license by the date of employment and maintain it while employed in this position.
• Employee must complete required FEMA training(s) as assigned to the position.
• Employee must complete required supervisor training if applicable.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Duties are performed primarily outdoors, involving exposure to a range of weather conditions.

• Indoor duties are performed in a temperature-controlled environment on carpeted or tiled surfaces.

• Outdoor duties may occur on both even and uneven surfaces, which may be wet or dry. Surfaces may be inclined or flat, ranging from natural soil to gravel, asphalt, or concrete.

• Work may be performed independently or as part of a team.

• Potential work hazards include exposure to noise, vibration, dust, exhaust fumes, mists, and severe weather. Other risks include driving vehicles, working near heavy equipment, and performing tasks on rough terrain.

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS

• Equipment used includes a personal computer, telephone, two-way radio, calculator/adding machine, measuring devices, photocopier, fax machine, paper forms, and writing instruments.
• A County vehicle is used for travel between job sites throughout the County.
• Safety equipment such as a vest and hard hat is required for outdoor duties.