Terracon

Department Manager I

Terracon$75K — $95K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Engineering, Environmental Science, or Geology with 5 years of experience; or 9 years of related experience without a degree.
  • Preferred Master's degree or PhD in a related field.
  • Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
  • Certification or licensure in a specialized field is preferred.
  • Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer status is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare proposals and cost estimates for clients.
  • Conduct business and client development activities with Office Manager's support.
  • Develop and manage employee staffing plans, including recruitment and onboarding.
  • Execute the annual business plan for the department with Office Manager's assistance.
  • Oversee department metrics such as revenue growth, project billing, and profitability alongside the Office Manager.
  • Identify and mitigate project-related risks in line with company policies.
  • Lead safety efforts and promote a culture of safety among team members.
  • Monitor and promote continuous quality improvement on projects and proposals.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a national environmental team committed to sustainability.
  • Collaboration with a diverse group of professionals across various fields.
  • Engagement in meaningful work addressing environmental challenges.
  • Access to professional development and training opportunities.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Supervise or monitor all projects in progress in the department to ensure that work is executed on time and in accordance with the client's requirements and within company policies, procedures and standards. Supervise the preparation of proposals and cost estimates to clients to ensure proper scoping of services, availability of manpower and pricing to achieve desired profitability. Supervise the daily operations of a department including staff training, development, and performance review, utilization of equipment and facilities, safety oversight, quality of services and work product, timely delivery of services and deliverables, and adherence to policies and procedure. Plan for and participate in business development activities to identify, develop, win, and execute project opportunities and build and maintain client relationships.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for preparation of proposals and cost estimates.
  • With support from the Office Manager perform business and client development activities.
  • With support from the Office Manager develop and manage employee staffing plans, recruitment, selection and on-boarding.
  • With support from the Office Manager prepare and execute annual business plan for the department.
  • With support from the Office Manager oversee and manage the success of the key department metrics of revenue growth, staff chargeability, project billing and collections, and project profitability.
  • Develop understanding and be aware of project-related risk. Be familiar with what could go wrong on a project and how to protect the Company. Be familiar with company risk policies.
  • Lead safety efforts for team and ensure team follows safety rules and guidelines. Responsible for creating and modeling a safe work environment; demonstrates safety practices. Promote pre-task planning for all projects.
  • Responsible for continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects. Monitor and promote quality standards and practices.
  • Responsible for providing consistent quality standards on project and proposal delivery.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
QualificationsRequirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in technical discipline practiced by the Firm including Engineering, Environmental Science or Geology and 5 years' practice experience. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 9 years' related experience.
  • Master's degree or PhD preferred.
  • Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.
Preferred Certification:
  • Certification or licensure in field of expertise.
  • Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer status preferred.


About the Team

Our national environmental team helps our clients do the right thing for their projects, and for our planet. Our professionals include environmental architects, archaeologists, biologists, engineers, geologists, historians, industrial hygienists, planners, and scientists. Working together in the field, office, or lab, we help guide clients through the steps and processes to address environmental challenges and move their projects forward as quickly, safely, and sustainably as possible. With services including site assessment, planning and permitting including cultural and natural resources, sustainability and resiliency, regulatory compliance, and industrial hygiene and safety, we're at the forefront of helping clients succeed and communities thrive.

About Terracon

Terracon is a leading provider of engineering consulting services in the United States. The company was founded in 1965 and has since grown to employ over 5,000 people in more than 150 offices across the country. Terracon offers a wide range of services, including geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, construction materials testing, and facilities engineering. The company is committed to providing high-quality services to its clients while also promoting sustainability and environmental responsibility. Terracon is a privately held company and is headquartered in Olathe, Kansas.
Learn more about Terracon
Size
5,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$50 million
Founded
2023
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$800 million
NASDAQ

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