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How much do materials lab manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for materials lab manager in Ridgeland, MS is $76,619.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,300.00 and $92,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Materials Lab Manager vs Materials Technician?

CriteriaMaterials Lab ManagerMaterials Technician
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in materials science, engineering, or related field; often some management experienceAssociate's or bachelor's degree; technical training in materials testing
Work EnvironmentOversees laboratory operations, manages staff, and ensures compliancePerforms testing and analysis of materials under supervision
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in manufacturing, construction, aerospace industriesCommonly employed in labs for testing materials' properties

The Materials Lab Manager typically oversees laboratory operations, manages staff, and ensures quality standards, requiring more experience and management skills. In contrast, the Materials Technician focuses on conducting tests and analyzing materials, often with technical training. Both roles are essential in industries like manufacturing and construction, but the manager has broader responsibilities and leadership duties.

What job categories do people searching Materials Lab Manager jobs in Ridgeland, MS look for? The top searched job categories for Materials Lab Manager jobs in Ridgeland, MS are:
Construction Materials Department Manager

Construction Materials Department Manager

Ecs Southeast

Ridgeland, MS • On-site

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago


Job description

Responsibilities

ECS Limited is seeking an experienced leader to manage our construction materials testing group in our Ridgeland office. As our Construction Materials Department Manager, you will oversee Construction Materials Testing (CMT) operations, field/lab technicians, project deliverables, quality control and contribute to business growth.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage the full lifecycle of field services engineering projects and laboratory operations
  • Lead a team of CMT engineers, project managers, and technicians
  • Ensure projects adhere to CMT engineering best practices, safety standards and quality control procedures
  • Perform technical review of proposals, reports and calculations
  • Track department budget, revenue, forecasts and financial performance
  • Set goals for the CMT/Field Services group and develop staff skills through training initiatives
  • Assist senior staff with business development efforts through community involvement and client engagement
  • Promote company values, positive culture and high employee engagement
Qualifications

Required Experience and Skills:

  • 6-8+ years of related engineering experience, including conducting laboratory testing, construction observation, field quality assurance testing, site grading and supervising construction materials testing
  • Excellent communication, leadership and project management skills
  • Strong technical knowledge of testing procedures and specifications
  • Experience with budgets, forecasts and financial management

Required Education and Certifications:

  • Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited college/university

Preferred Education and Certifications:

  • Master of Science in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited college/university

Military Qualifications:

  • The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
    • E-6/E-7/O-2/O-3
About Us

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, clickhere.