Geotechnical Group Manager

About the Role

Supervise or monitor all projects in progress in the Geotechnical department to ensure that work is executed on time, in accordance with the client’s requirements, and within company policies, procedures, and standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the preparation of proposals and cost estimates to ensure proper scoping of services, availability of manpower, and pricing to achieve desired profitability.
• Oversee daily department operations, including staff training, development, performance reviews, equipment and facility utilization, safety oversight, quality of services, timely delivery of services and deliverables, and adherence to policies and procedures.
• Plan and participate in business development activities to identify, develop, win, and execute project opportunities and build and maintain client relationships.
• Prepare proposals and cost estimates with support from the Department/Office Manager.
• Perform business and client development activities with support from the Department/Office Manager.
• Develop and manage employee staffing plans, recruitment, selection, and onboarding with support from the Department/Office Manager.
• Prepare and execute the annual business plan for the specialty service group with support from the Department/Office Manager.
• Oversee and manage key group metrics: revenue growth, staff chargeability, project billing and collections, and project profitability.
• Develop an understanding of project-related risks, including familiarity with potential project issues and company risk policies.
• Lead safety efforts for the team, ensuring adherence to safety rules and guidelines, and promote a safe work environment.
• Provide and lead continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects, promoting quality standards and practices.
• Ensure consistent quality standards for project and proposal delivery.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline practiced by the Firm (e.g., Engineering, Environmental Science, or Geology) and 5 years of practice experience. Alternatively, a minimum of 9 years of related experience in lieu of a degree.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable violation history.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification or licensure in a field of expertise.
• Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer status preferred.