Department Manager II

About the role

The Lynnwood office is seeking a Department Manager to lead the Construction Materials Testing and Special Inspections services team. This position involves working on high-profile construction projects in various sectors including transportation, power generation, infrastructure, and more.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety efforts for the team and ensure compliance with safety rules and guidelines.
• Oversee the preparation of proposals and cost estimates for clients, ensuring proper scoping of services and accurate pricing.
• Plan and execute the recruitment, selection, training, mentoring, and development of all employees in the department.
• Work with the office and department leadership teams to prepare and execute the department's annual business plan.
• Manage key department metrics such as revenue growth, staff chargeability, project billing and collections, and project profitability.
• Understand and manage project-related risks, and promote continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Geology or 12 years of related experience.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• A valid driver’s license with an acceptable violation history may be required.
• Certification or licensure in field of expertise (Professional Engineer preferred).

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team of over 30 professionals, including Project Managers, Special Inspectors, Technicians, a Lab Manager, and Laboratory personnel.
• Knowledge of company policies, procedures, and standards.
• Ability to mentor and develop team members.
• Experience with business development activities, including identifying, developing, winning, and executing project opportunities.
• Understanding of project risks and ability to mitigate them.
• Experience promoting continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects.

Skills

• Strong leadership skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in proposal preparation and cost estimation.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Benefits

Details about benefits are not specified in the job posting.

Pay

Maximum Salary: $180,000
Minimum Salary: $126,000

Schedule

Details about the schedule are not specified in the job posting.