Lab Manager

Job Title: Lab Manager

Job Description

This role oversees laboratory testing of concrete materials, focusing on slump, density, and moisture analysis in a controlled lab setting. The Lab Manager ensures accurate testing, clear documentation of findings, and effective communication with project stakeholders, while maintaining strict safety standards and supporting the ongoing improvement of laboratory operations. This opportunity offers a lot of autonomy being that the Lab Manager will have flexibility to run the lab to their standards!

Responsibilities

• Perform concrete testing in the laboratory, including slump tests, density measurements, and moisture analysis, following established procedures and standards.

• Communicate proactively with project managers, engineering technicians, client representatives, contractor representatives, and other stakeholders regarding construction site conditions, project requirements, and testing, observation, and inspection needs and results.

• Transport material samples from construction sites to the laboratory, ensuring all samples are accompanied by accurate and complete identifying documentation.

• Tabulate and prepare testing data and observations in both written and digital formats, submitting daily reports and results for transmittal to the Project Manager.

• Maintain, clean, and organize laboratory equipment, vehicles, and work areas to ensure a safe, efficient, and compliant work environment.

• Adhere to strict safety standards and protocols at all times, promoting a culture of safety within the laboratory.

• Provide clear, detailed documentation of findings and test results to support project decisions and quality control requirements.

• Participate in a progressively increased role of training and responsibility, taking on more complex work assignments and contributing to the advancement of laboratory practices.

• Support asphalt testing and other related materials testing as required by project needs.

• Use nuclear density gauges and other specialized laboratory instruments in accordance with safety and operational guidelines.

Essential Skills

• Hands-on laboratory experience performing concrete testing, including slump tests, density measurements, and moisture analysis.

• Proficiency with laboratory data systems such as Lab Tab or similar tools for recording and managing test results.

• Ability to operate and interpret results from nuclear density gauges and other specialized testing equipment.

• Experience with asphalt testing and related construction materials testing procedures.

• Strong written and digital reporting skills, with the ability to tabulate data and prepare clear, accurate daily reports.

• Effective communication skills for coordinating with project managers, engineering technicians, client representatives, contractor representatives, and other stakeholders.

• Demonstrated commitment to adhering to strict safety standards and maintaining a safe work environment.

• Organizational skills to maintain clean, orderly equipment, vehicles, and work areas.

• General laboratory qualifications and familiarity with construction materials testing.

• Ability to take on progressively increasing responsibility and training in laboratory and project-related assignments.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• ACI certification or equivalent credentials related to concrete testing are highly beneficial.

• Experience working in a construction materials testing laboratory environment.

• Interest in career growth with opportunities to advance within the organization.

• Comfort working with both written and digital documentation and reporting tools.

• Ability to work consistently in a lab setting without dependence on weather conditions.

Work Environment

This position operates in a dedicated laboratory setting with consistent hours, providing a stable and predictable work schedule. Work is performed indoors and is not dependent on weather conditions, allowing for uninterrupted testing and analysis. The role involves regular use of laboratory equipment such as slump testing tools, nuclear density gauges, and asphalt testing instruments, as well as digital systems like Lab Tab for data entry and reporting. The environment emphasizes cleanliness, organization, and strict adherence to safety standards, with well-maintained equipment, vehicles, and work areas. Employees benefit from a professional atmosphere that supports training, skill development, and opportunities for advancement within the organization.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New Albany, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $28.85 - $40.00/hr.

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.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in New Albany,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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