Quality Assurance Laboratory Manager

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Here, you will have freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you’re working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed.

You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion - a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients.

We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career.

When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts - planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers - leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let’s get started.

AECOM has an immediate opportunity available for a Quality Assurance Laboratory Manager for employment in Panama City, Panama.

The responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manage day to day lab operation and verify testing requests and prepare work forecast.
• Carry out laboratory tests, as required, including concrete and aggregate and advanced soils testing procedures.
• Perform advanced soils testing (i.e., consolidation, UCS rock testing, triaxial and direct shear).
• Ensure testing quality and train junior staff.
• Ensure laboratory equipment is maintained in accordance with specifications and perform calibrations and routine repairs of laboratory instrumentation.
• Maintain an organized laboratory environment including soil inventory and equipment.
• An understanding of ASTM and CSA Standards.
• Participate in the CCIL and MTO Proficiency Testing.
• Prepare laboratory testing reports.
• Supervise and lead QA/QC Construction testing and inspection including field staff orientation and prepare technical reports.
• Maintain positive working relationships with client contacts, suppliers, subcontractors, engineering consultants and other external agencies.
• Prepare proposals for medium to high complexity projects for various geotechnical scope of work.

This vacancy aims to strengthen our talent pool for future opportunities.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related field + 8 YORE or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Relevant experience with Dam projects including inspection, rehabilitation and/or new design and construction.
• Experience in performing inspection, design, and/or engineering activities in dams or water retaining structures
• Experience with laboratory soil testing procedures ranges from low to high complexity
• Bilingual - English and Spanish.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10 years or more experience including relevant experience with Dam projects including inspection, rehabilitation and/or new design and construction.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, staff supervision, strong negotiation skills and conflict resolution abilities
• Excellent written communications and presentation abilities in internal project settings with the project team, external project stakeholders, and leadership.

At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.