Terracon

Department Manager II

Terracon$85K — $110K *
Technical Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline (e.g., Engineering, Environmental Science, Geology) with 8 years of experience, or 12 years of related experience without a degree.
  • Master's degree or PhD is preferred.
  • Previous supervisory experience is essential.
  • Valid driver's license with acceptable history may be required.
  • Preferred Certification or licensure in your area of expertise.
  • Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer status is an advantage.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare complex proposals and cost estimates for clients.
  • Direct short-range business development activities for departmental personnel.
  • Plan and execute recruitment, training, and development of the department staff.
  • Create and implement the department's annual business plan.
  • Oversee key metrics including revenue growth, chargeability, and project profitability.
  • Assess project-related risks and familiarize with company risk policies.
  • Lead safety initiatives and ensure adherence to safety guidelines.
  • Ensure continuous quality monitoring and improvement for all projects.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities and mentoring.
  • Engagement in meaningful and impactful project work.
  • Collaborative work environment with emphasis on safety and quality.
  • Opportunities to build and maintain client relationships.
  • Involvement in strategic business development activities.
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 varying degrees of complexity.
  • Directs the short-range business development activities of all department personnel to ensure that adequate fees are available to support the manpower on the payroll.
  • Plan for and execute the recruitment, selection, training, mentoring, and development of all employees in the department.
  • Prepare and execute the department annual business plan.
  • 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.


  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in technical discipline practiced by the Firm including Engineering, Environmental Science or Geology and 8 years' practice experience. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 12 years' related experience.
  • Master's degree or PhD preferred.
  • Previous supervisory experience.
  • A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required.
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • Certification or licensure in field of expertise.
  • Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer status preferred.


  • 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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