# Geotechnical Laboratory Technical Director

**Company:** [Cooperidge Consulting Firm](http://jobs.workable.com/companies/48FHwCfzMs3AWpzdh4hpdi.md)
**Location:** Tucker, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Skilled Trade & Engineering Professionals

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## Description

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a **Geotechnical Laboratory Technical Director** to lead a state-of-the-art, fully accredited laboratory in **Tucker, GA**.

This is a premier leadership opportunity for a technical expert who thrives on precision and quality. You will oversee daily operations for a lab that serves clients across 40+ states and maintains a prestigious two-decade streak of deficiency-free technical audits. This role is **100% laboratory-based**—eliminating the need for fieldwork or constant travel—allowing you to focus entirely on staff mentorship, equipment calibration, and the sophisticated testing of soils and construction materials. If you are a high-detail leader ready to uphold a national reputation for excellence, this is your next career step.  
  
Job Responsibilities

-   **Operational Leadership:** Direct all laboratory functions, including staff supervision, scheduling, resource planning, and equipment calibration cycles.
-   **Technical Oversight:** Oversee a comprehensive suite of geotechnical tests, including **Proctor, Atterberg Limits, Triaxial (CU/UU), Direct Shear, and Consolidation**.
-   **Accreditation Management:** Ensure 100% compliance with **ASTM, AASHTO, and GDOT** standards; maintain active certifications with **USACE** and **AASHTO Resource**.
-   **Audit Defense:** Prepare for and lead both internal and external audits, continuing the laboratory's long-standing tradition of zero-deficiency results.
-   **QA/QC Stewardship:** Drive safety and quality protocols, ensuring strict adherence to federally approved Quality Management System (QMS) manuals.
-   **Mentorship:** Train and evaluate laboratory technicians, fostering an environment of technical growth and rigorous attention to detail.
-   **Client Consultation:** Collaborate directly with clients to provide technical insights, project support, and troubleshooting for complex material behaviors.
-   **Business Support:** Manage documentation and reporting; utilize **QuickBooks** for invoicing and financial tracking as needed.

## Requirements

### Education & Licensing

-   **Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering is REQUIRED** (Master’s preferred).
-   **PE License (Professional Engineer)** is a significant advantage but not required.

### Experience & Technical Skills

-   **Minimum of 8+ years of experience** in geotechnical or construction materials testing.
-   **Proven Leadership:** At least 3–5 years in a laboratory management or supervisory capacity.
-   **Standards Expertise:** In-depth knowledge of **ASTM and AASHTO** testing procedures and state DOT requirements.
-   **Software Proficiency:** Mastery of MS Office Suite; familiarity with **QuickBooks** is highly desirable.

### Soft Skills

-   **Auditor's Eye:** Exceptional attention to detail with a "quality-first" mindset.
-   **Communication:** Ability to translate complex lab results into actionable technical reports for clients and stakeholders.
-   **Motivation:** Proven ability to manage, develop, and retain a high-performing technical team.

## Benefits

-   Competitive pay with opportunities for overtime and weekend shifts.
-   Comprehensive **medical, dental, and vision insurance**.
-   **Life insurance** and **disability coverage**.
-   **401(k)** retirement plan with employer match.
-   **Paid time off** — vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
-   Continuing education and **professional development** opportunities.
-   Supportive, team-oriented work environment.