Senior Construction Materials Laboratory Technician

Senior Construction Materials Laboratory Technician

Requisition Number: 2025-1580-11

Are you an experienced Lab Technician seeking a challenging opportunity to grow your career with a firm committed to our employees and providing high-quality service to our clients? S&ME is looking for an eager and dedicated full-time Senior Laboratory Technician to join our Construction Services team in Greensboro, North Carolina.

At S&ME, we have a history of delivering innovative geotechnical, civil, environmental, and construction material testing for over 50 years. Over the decades, we have grown into a trusted partner for clients across various industries, including transportation, energy, water, waste management, education, government, commercial, industrial, and more. Our commitment to technical excellence and integrity has established us as a leader in our field.

Why Work at S&ME?

• Professional Growth: We believe in providing continuous learning opportunities, mentorship programs, and a supportive work environment. Let us tell you more about that!
• Innovative Projects: Join a team that works on diverse and challenging projects of all sizes and complexities, including but not limited to airports, solar farms, power plants, schools, trails, mixed-use, sports stadiums, dams, museums, and more.
• Inclusive Culture: Our culture is built on collaboration and mutual respect. We want you to want to come into the office to build relationships, laugh together, learn from one another, and enjoy time with your teammates and colleagues.
• Work-Life Balance: We strive to offer a flexible working environment, allowing you and your manager to determine how you can work most effectively and collaboratively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments.
• Community Impact: Our work has a lasting, positive impact on the communities we serve. We pride ourselves on our technical excellence, quality work, and client satisfaction to continue making a difference.

About The Role:

As a Senior Laboratory Technician, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the quality and integrity of construction materials through advanced laboratory testing. You'll perform complex tests on soil, concrete, aggregate, masonry, and asphalt with minimal supervision, while also mentoring junior staff and supporting project proposals. Your expertise will help maintain compliance with industry standards, strengthen client relationships, and contribute to the success of major infrastructure projects.

• Conduct Advanced Material Testing: Perform routine to complex laboratory tests on soil, concrete, aggregate, masonry, and asphalt with precision and minimal oversight.
• Maintain and Calibrate Equipment: Ensure all testing equipment is properly maintained and calibrated to guarantee accurate and reliable results.
• Prepare and Review Reports: Accurately document and report test results using electronic systems, and review work completed by junior technicians.
• Mentor and Train Team Members: Provide guidance, training, and performance evaluations for junior staff to uphold quality and safety standards.
• Support Proposals and Client Relations: Assist in preparing project proposals, reviewing plans and specifications, estimating costs, and maintaining strong client relationships to support business development.

About You:

• You have a High School diploma/GED
• You have an Associate's degree in civil engineering technology, or a closely related field, a plus
• You have a minimum of 10years of experience in a construction materials laboratory
• You have strong math skills and a solid understanding of weight, volume, pressure, and units of measure
• You have effective communication skills (reading, writing, and speaking in English)

You Are Willing and Able to:

Perform the physical demands of the position with the use of company-provided Personal Protective Equipment, such as:

• Working in the office/laboratory most of the time, with occasional fieldwork in varying weather conditions
• Walking on hard flooring/concrete and standing for potentially up to 12 hours a day
• Lifting and carrying 40-50 lbs. of field/laboratory samples and equipment
• Safely maneuvering lab tools and occasionally field equipment on active construction sites

Grow With Us:

At S&ME, your career growth matters. You'll receive professional training, work on exciting projects, and be part of a company that truly invests in its people. This is more than a job; it's a chance to build a long-term career in the engineering and construction industry. S&ME provides a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family, as well as career development resources. Come grow and thrive with us at S&ME!

• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans with HSA and FSA options
• 100% Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401K with Company Matching
• PTO with Rollover
• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Employee Recognition Program
• Credential Incentive Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Vehicle with Fuel Card for Project-Based Work
• $2,000 Referral Bonuses & More!

Join us at S&ME!

This full-time role offers competitive pay based on experience. Candidates must comply with our Fleet Management, Substance Policy, and Reference Check requirements. Only candidates with valid employment eligibility (I-9) will be considered. Visa assistance is not available. S&ME reserves the right to hire internally or externally at any time. No candidate/recruiter calls, personal calls, or walk-ins are accepted.