Materials Engineering/Geotechnical Testing Team Lead

<b> Overview / Responsibilities </b><br><br>Wood is seeking a <b>Materials Engineering/Geotechnical Testing Team Lead</b> to join our Eastern Canada Materials Testing group based out of our <b>Richmond Hill, Ontario</b> office. <br><br>Join our team of specialists who provide materials testing and quality assurance as an integral component to design, and ensure projects are built with the safest and most sustainable materials. We provide materials testing and quality assurance services on some of the biggest projects in Canada. <br><br><b>Key Responsibilities:</b> <br><ul><li> Lead, develop and work closely with a team of Materials Technical staff performing field and laboratory tests </li><li> Supervise the day-to-day operations of the asphalt/concrete/aggregate laboratory and field operations </li><li> Schedule and coordinate the activities of material technical staff when requried </li><li> Coordinate resources and staffing to complete large, multidisciplinary proposals and deliver projects </li><li> Assess staff and equipment resources and allocate work to meet priorities and workload </li><li> Arrange for equipment maintenance, calibrations and new purchases as required </li><li> Corodinate training and mentoring of field and laboratory staff, and tracking of training records </li><li> Coordinate preparation, review and distribution of laboratory and field testing reports to ensure standards of quality and accuracy are met </li><li> Responsible for lab safety, lab certification and correlation programs, preparing for lab audits, maintaining quality control and ensuring timely execution of lab and field tests </li><li> Ensure compliance with field and laboratory Health & Safety program </li><li> Ensure compliance with national Quality program </li><li> Weekly utilization forecasting </li><li> Liaise with Wood's geotechnical staff, clients and stakeholders </li><li> Perform lab and field tests as required </li><li> Manage and deliver high quality projects safely, on-time, within budget and to the satisfaction of the client </li></ul> <br><br><b> Skills / Qualifications </b><br><br><ul><li> Degree in Engineering or Diploma in Civil Technology (with commensurate work experience) or related discipline </li><li> Minimum of five years in experience in construction QA/QC testing and inspection </li><li> Experience directing and managing staff </li><li> Must have sound knowledge of laboratory tests, field testing and inspection </li><li> Customer focused orientation </li><li> Excellent organization skills and ability to multi-task with the ability to make quick decisions requiring sound judgment and experience </li><li> Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite including Word and Excel </li><li> Strong written, verbal communication and people management skills </li><li> Experience in writing technical reports, business development and client relations </li><li> Current registration or eligibility for registration with Professional Engineers Ontario or with OACETT an asset </li><li> Experience supervising a CCIL Category 1 or 2 concrete laboratory and Type D aggregate laboratory an asset </li><li> Experience supervising a CCIL Asphalt Laboratory (Type A, D & E) an asset </li><li> Experience with Ontario Ministry of Transportation laboratory testing protocols an asset </li><li> Must pass physical, background check and must have a satisfactory driving record </li><li> Able to periodically work overtime to accommodate workload </li><li> Valid driver's license with acceptable driving experience </li></ul> <br><br><b> Company Overview </b><br><br>Wood is a global leader in engineering and consultancy across energy and the built environment, helping to unlock solutions to some of the world's most critical challenges. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in more than 60 countries, employing around 40,000 people. www.woodplc.com <br><br><b> Diversity Statement (EEO) </b><br><br>We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.