Materials Testing Field Lead​/Manager

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We are seeking an experienced Materials Testing Field Lead to provide technical leadership and oversight of construction materials testing, inspection, and geotechnical field activities across Canada.

This is a hands‑on leadership role focused primarily on soil and compaction testing, with additional responsibilities for site inspections and other construction QA/QC activities. The successful candidate will supervise and mentor field staff, work directly with clients and contractors, and ensure testing and inspection activities meet project specifications, ASTM/CSA standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.

• Assume management responsibilities for the field compaction testing program. This involves tracking certifications, calibrations, resource schedules, and revenue tracking and forecasting
• Supervise, train, mentor, and provide technical directions to field staff
• Perform and oversee soil, aggregate, and compaction testing, including use of nuclear densometers
• Interpret project design drawings, specifications and applicable ASTM, CSA, municipal, and provincial standards
• Identify and communicate quality issues and non‑conforming work
• Review field reports, test results, technical documentation, and daily records
• Provide technical oversight on reporting and documentation
• Coordinate with laboratory operations and support CCIL quality requirements
• Act as Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) or alternate, as required
• Support proposals, client relationships, and business development activities
• Promote and maintain strong health and safety practices across field and laboratory operations

• 8+ years' experience in construction materials testing, civil construction, inspection, or a related field
• Hands‑on experience with soil and compaction testing
• Experience operating portable nuclear moisture/density gauges
• Knowledge of ASTM and CSA testing standards
• Experience supervising, training, or mentoring field staff
• Experience working with clients, contractors, and project teams in a QA/QC environment
• Strong technical writing, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and provide technical direction in the field
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel extensively throughout Canada

• Professional Engineering designation (P.Eng.)
• CCIL, RSO, geotechnical, hydrogeological, environmental, or business development experience
• Experience performing or overseeing concrete and asphalt sampling and testing
• Experience performing or overseeing laboratory testing such as sieve analysis, Proctor, concrete strength, hydrometer, Atterberg limits, and specific gravity
• Experience inspecting concrete & reinforcing steel,…