Braun Intertec is seeking a Regional Field & Lab Operations Leader for our Upper Midwest region.
The chosen individual provides strategic leadership and oversight for regional Construction Materials Testing (CMT) operations, with accountability for operational performance, safety excellence, workforce development, key financial metrics, and resource planning. This role collaborates closely with Safety, Human Resources, Asset Management, Technical Practice Groups, and regional and local operations leaders to ensure the safe, efficient, profitable, and consistent delivery of high-quality services.
The position leads initiatives related to workforce planning, equipment and asset utilization, laboratory accreditation, financial performance, employee engagement, and continuous operational improvement. Commitment to safety, quality, client service, and operational excellence, the Regional Field & Lab Operations Leader drives sustainable growth, strengthens organizational capability, and supports successful project outcomes across the region.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Operational Planning and Business Forecasting
- Analyze staffing levels, available capacity, and operational needs required to support anticipated workload.
- Communicate operational risks, opportunities, and resource requirements to Divisional & Regional leadership.
- Partner with regional Service Delivery and technical leaders to align resource allocation with business priorities.
Financial Management and Accountability
- Maintain regional accountability for CMT operating cash margin performance.
- Monitor expenses and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and profitability.
- Manage travel and expense expenditures in accordance with company policies and budgets.
- Monitor utilization, compensation, expenses, and operating cash performance and support achievement of financial objectives.
Region’s Laboratory, Equipment, and Fleet Management
- Develop and execute on annual plans for CMT, equipment, and fleet resources, in partnership with our Asset Management department.
- Serve as the region’s primary operational liaison with Asset Management and Purchasing.
- Coordinate the acquisition, maintenance, replacement, insurance, and disposition of Field and Lab equipment.
- Ensure compliance with nuclear gauge licensing regulations.
- Oversee regional GPS fleet tracking and related operational metrics.
- Ensure implementation and continuous improvement of Field and Laboratory quality management programs.
Industry Leadership and Technical Partnership
- Partner with Field and Lab Quality leader to assess and maintain awareness of industry practices, regulatory developments, emerging technologies, and changes that may affect the business.
- Responsible for operationalizing process improvements driven from the technical practice and Field and Lab Quality leader.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen service quality, operational effectiveness, and market competitiveness.
- Promote appropriate standardization and sharing of best practices across regional operations.
People Leadership and Workforce Development
- Develop and execute annual staffing and resource plans aligned with business objectives and anticipated workload.
- Partner with Human Resources on employee relations, performance management, recruitment, succession planning, and organizational development.
- Coordinate salary administration, compensation planning, and workforce budgeting.
- Manage and monitor Field and Laboratory performance scorecards and operational metrics.
- Drive employee engagement initiatives and foster a positive, accountable workplace culture.
- Coordinate cross-utilization, staff sharing, and employee transfers across offices and regions to maximize operational efficiency.
Safety Leadership
- Serve as the operational partner to the Safety Department for regional field and laboratory operations.
- Promote and reinforce a culture in which safety is integrated into onboarding, training, scorecards, planning, and day-to-day decision-making.
- Participate in incident investigations and reviews to identify root causes, preventative measures, and organizational learning opportunities.
- Monitor safety performance metrics and develop improvement strategies.
- Lead or coordinate weekly, monthly, and quarterly safety topics and initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards.
REQUIRED SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:
- Strong leadership, coaching, communication, and employee development skills.
- Comprehensive understanding of CMT services, in both field and laboratory operations.
- Knowledge of laboratory accreditation requirements and quality management systems.
- Sound financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, expense management, and P&L analysis.
- Ability to analyze operational and financial information and convert findings into practical recommendations.
- Excellent relationship-building skills and the ability to influence across business functions.
- Strong organizational, planning, prioritization, and project management abilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience in Construction Materials Testing, geotechnical engineering, laboratory operations, technical services, or a related professional services environment.
- Demonstrated experience leading multi-location operations and personnel.
- Experience with P&L accountability, workforce planning, budgeting, forecasting, and operational management.
- Experience overseeing laboratory accreditation and quality management systems preferred.
- Knowledge of fleet, asset, equipment, and capital planning practices preferred.
Braun Intertec offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, PTO, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), paid holidays, paid volunteer day, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth and development.
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Compensation Range:
$122,000.00 - $182,000.00
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.
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