Materials Testing Group Lead

Grande Prairie, AB

About Allnorth

BIG ENOUGH TO KNOW HOW, SMALL ENOUGH TO KNOW YOU

Allnorth is a multi-disciplinary engineering, project delivery, and construction services company. We provide smart and practical project solutions to clients in the metals and minerals, energy and renewables, fiber and chemicals, and infrastructure sectors. With offices across Canada, and into the US and Mexico, we continue to grow!

Our team is our most valuable asset, and a triple bottom line (TBL) philosophy is at the heart of our business. It takes a talented, motivated and empowered team to delight our clients, driving profitability for all parties. When it comes to guiding principles, safety is part of our DNA, we are committed to building and nurturing Indigenous relationships, we support our communities, and we recognize the importance of environmental stewardship.

Our Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a candidate that has the technical ability to be adept at advancing the skills and abilities of junior technicians through training and mentorship. They must be able to fit within the culture of the team and bring a positive attitude in the trials and rigor required in consulting engineering. They must have the personal acumen, dedication and desire to build teams and have a good understanding of how to collaborate with other offices and structures to keep within the one team corporate personality of Allnorth.

A Day in the Life

This role will be based in Grande Prairie, Alberta and provide services to northern Alberta and Northeastern British Columbia.You will conduct a wide variety of laboratory and field testing on aggregate, soils, concrete and grout, compaction and site conditions monitoring. This role executes field testing activities and works primarily within a small crew to provide quality control/quality assurance. You will collect, prepare and review field notes and relate data for presentation to clients or supervisors.

In addition, the Materials Testing Group Lead will attend client meetings (safety, quality and contractual), manage daily work schedules, address issues from field activities, and perform equipment calibrations/certifications. Train and mentor junior staff and be able to contribute to the management of the office with the Operational Lead and other managers in the office.

What You’ll Bring to the Team

• Minimum of 7 years of related materials testing experience
• Diploma in Civil Engineering Technology / Degree in Engineering, or equivalent work experience
• Experience in sampling and testing of concretes both field and laboratory
• Experience in the sampling techniques, testing and reporting of Asphalt placements and mixes
• Experience in sampling and testing of soils
• Experience in sampling and testing of aggregates in the stages from production to placement.
• Experience in field densities using a variety of volumetric displacement methods and Nuclear gauges.
• Experience in rebar inspection is an asset
• Excellent communication skills and analytical abilities
• Technical competence and attention to detail
• Ability to lead field staff and schedule workloads, manage safety metrics and lab certifications
• Ability to work a variety of shifts is required and willingness to work in remote sites for extended periods of time
• A valid driver’s license is required for this position
• Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a criminal background check, pre-employment medical & drug testing, and education verification.

What’s in it for you?

We believe that a happy and fulfilled team leads to exceptional results, which is why we offer a range of perks designed to support your well-being, career growth and community engagement.

• Comprehensive benefits package includes extended health and dental coverage and RRSP matching
• Employee Assistance Program for team members and their families
• A culture of respect and inclusivity fosters long term relationships and a team atmosphere
• Professional development and growth opportunities
• Team Member Referral Program
• A paid “Volunteer Day” away from work to support the community
• Monthly “Lunch & Learn” sessions
• Opportunities to bond with other team members, have fun and make a difference through involvement in social and safety committees, as well as fundraising and community support initiatives (e.g. Movember, Pi Day, Food Banks, Women’s Shelters, Ronald McDonald House, Earth Day clean ups, etc.).

 WE TAKE CARE OF YOU SO YOU CAN TAKE CARE OF OUR CLIENTS

In joining us you’ll face rewarding, career-developing challenges that enable you to contribute to our clients’ successes, and despite how much we grow, you’ll never be just a number, but rather a vital member of the Allnorth Team.

Engage with us at Allnorth and be empowered to enrich people’s lives, including your own. 

We thank all applicants for their interest. Please note that only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.