Laboratory Manager (Advanced Geotechnical Lab)

• This position is in-office and is based in Fredericton, NB.*
  
  
  

About Us

BGC Engineering Inc. (BGC) is an international applied earth sciences professional services firm. We are proud of our talented team of over 700 employees, spanning the fields of Engineering, Geoscience, Software, Geomatics, Data Science, Accounting, Administration, Health & Safety and Human Resources.  Alongside our clients and industry partners, BGC works collaboratively as ‘One Team’, dedicated to solving the world’s most critical applied earth science challenges. BGC has Canadian offices located in Vancouver, Victoria, Kamloops, Kelowna, Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Kingston, Ottawa, Sudbury, Fredericton, Halifax, and offices in Golden (Colorado, USA), Nashville (Tennessee, USA), Santiago (Chile), Santo Domingo (Dominican Republic) and Brisbane (Australia). 

Our flat management structure creates a culture of innovation, excellence and transparency and a casual, dynamic and inclusive work environment. BGC prides itself on offering training and mentoring opportunities to further our employees’ professional growth as well as social and wellness activities that contribute to the connection and wellbeing of our team.

We believe in One Team, Excellence, Curiosity, Common Sense and Clarity.

The Role

BGC is looking for a Laboratory Manager to help lead our Advanced Geotechnical Laboratory in Fredericton, New Brunswick (Canada). BGC’s advanced laboratory is a state-of-the-art facility that has established itself as the world leading consulting laboratory for characterization of the geotechnical properties of soil and rock. BGC’s laboratory specializes in strength, compressibility, and permeability testing of soil, and strength testing of rock. Our testing equipment includes soils index testing, cyclic dynamic simple shear, servo-controlled fully automated triaxial, automated oedometer systems, and rock triaxial and direct shear machines.

The laboratory team comprises approximately 15 highly skilled engineers and technicians with a passion for delivering high quality testing for some of the world’s most complex geotechnical projects. The team is looking for a dedicated senior manager with experience in geotechnical testing and laboratory management.

Reporting to the Chief Technical Officer (CTO), the successful candidate will provide senior leadership and oversee the operations of the lab while practicing our values of One Team, Excellence, Curiosity, Common Sense, and Clarity. This position is based in our Fredericton, NB office.

Responsibilities

• Oversee lab testing project delivery including quoting, proposals, budgeting, project execution, deliverables, and invoicing
• Oversee lab operations including scheduling, sample chain of custody including sample shipping/receiving, storage, and disposal
• Coordinate acquisition, calibration, and maintenance of laboratory testing equipment
• Oversee training programs and continuing professional development of laboratory staff
• Oversee comprehensive review system of all laboratory testing data
• Lead initiatives to maintain high quality standards
• Resource management, annual planning, budgeting
• Setting and executing strategic direction for the lab in line with organizational and laboratory team goals
  
  
  

Required Education, Experience & Competencies

• 10 to 15+ years of relevant professional experience with laboratory testing including laboratory management
• Undergraduate degree in Geological/Geotechnical Engineering, Geoscience, or a related field or Certified Technician/Technology Diploma
• Technical expertise and project management experience
• Exceptional communication skills in English, both written and oral, and the ability to communicate effectively 
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team-building skills
  
  
  

Desired Education, Experience & Competencies

• Registered as a professional engineer (P.Eng.), professional geoscientist (P.Geo.), or Professional Technician (P.Tech.)
• Experience with construction, mining, pipeline, transportation, and/or consulting engineering
• Experience with business management and operations
• Experience with strategic planning
  
  
  

Position Requirements

Drug & Alcohol Testing

To ensure we meet our client’s compliance requirements and our workplace health and safety commitments, BGC has a drug and alcohol policy that applies to this position. The policy states that an employee may be required to take a drug and alcohol test prior to engaging in field work. This testing could be requested within an employee’s first week or in the future, as required. It is important to note that some clients also require random drug and alcohol testing, and/or testing in the event of a health and safety accident or incident.

Driver’s License

BGC requires that employees have a valid driver's license, and that employees can drive a field pickup truck. Upon hiring, BGC will require a driver’s abstract to allow for a safety review of your driving history.

Travel and Vaccination

BGC is committed to maintaining a safe work environment to ensure the health and safety of employees while on business travel and during field assignments. To meet travel and client requirements, employees may be required to receive vaccinations such as yellow fever, COVID-19, malaria, etc. If you require an accommodation or wish to discuss your situation, please contact Human Resources. BGC requires that you have a current passport for this position.

Company Benefits

BGC offers our employees the following:

• Our ‘One Team’ culture supporting health, wellness, safety and diversity
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Health, Dental and Vision coverage
• LTD, Life, AD&D and Business Travel Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Maternity/Paternity leave top ups
• Professional development and mentoring opportunities
• Flat management structure
• Flexible workplace with office and home arrangements
• Social and wellness activities
• Casual and professional work environment
  
  

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

BGC strives to create a workplace where equity, diversity and inclusion are embedded throughout our workplace culture and practices. Join us in our commitment to honour individuality, ensure fairness, and create a welcoming environment for everyone. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from all candidates, including those experiencing inequity such as racialized individuals, Indigenous People, women, people of diverse sexual orientations, identities and expressions, veterans, individuals with disabilities, people of all faiths, nationalities, marital status, ages, and family status. For assistance or accommodation with your application, please contact us at [email protected].