Position & Office Overview
As a Geotechnical Department Manager, you strive to lead both your team and your profits. You have extensive experience both out on the field as well as handling the "business" side of geotechnical engineering. Engineers, technicians, and project managers look to you for mentoring both technically and in building client relationships. You know how to set the bar high and not only achieve that goal yourself - but bring others along with you. You are extremely hard working and strive to ensure that your team delivers the best quality. You get the "big" picture and want to contribute accordingly - and that's why you'll have all the opportunity for career growth within our company you'll want.
Responsibilities
ECS Limited is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Department Manager to lead our geotechnical engineering team in our
Charlotte office. In this critical role, you will manage projects and staff, oversee quality control and technical standards, contribute to business development, and help drive overall department success.
Responsibilities: - Manage the full lifecycle of geotechnical engineering projects.
- Lead a team of geotechnical engineers, geologists, project managers, and technicians.
- Ensure projects adhere to geotechnical 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 geotechnical 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.
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Qualifications
Required Qualifications: - 10+ years of experience in civil/geotechnical engineering.
- Demonstrated leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Extensive technical knowledge of geotechnical engineering concepts and applications.
- Proven track record of managing budgets, forecasts, and P&L responsibilities.
- Business development experience engaging clients and winning projects.
- Knowledge of geotechnical conditions and construction industry.
Required Education & Certifications: - BS in Civil Engineering or Geological Engineering from an ABET accredited college/university.
Preferred Education & Certifications: - MS in Civil Engineering with geotechnical emphasis preferred.
- Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG) preferred; If unlicensed, ability to obtain licensure within three months of hire required.
Military Qualifications- The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education, certification, and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":
