Terracon

Operations Manager I

Terracon$75K — $95K *
Pharr, TX 78577In-Person
Technical Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering
  • 8+ years' experience in operations or engineering
  • 3+ years of leadership or people management experience
  • Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required
  • Certification or licensure in field of expertise (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Oversee a small office supporting one or more service lines
  • Manage specific projects and optimize employee resource utilization
  • Review contracts and proposals prepared by office personnel
  • Monitor job status reports and coordinate projects
  • Engage in corporate marketing to develop new business opportunities
  • Align office growth with strategic plan and regional operations
  • Manage project risks and ensure compliance with corporate risk policies
  • Communicate safety initiatives and ensure adherence to safety guidelines
  • Promote continuous improvement in project quality standards
  • Perform additional assigned duties as needed

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead and direct consulting office activities
  • Engagement with strategic planning and office growth
  • Access to a wide range of project types and challenges
  • Collaboration with a team that values innovation and data-driven solutions
  • Potential for professional development through certifications and training
Full Job Description
Job Description

Manage and direct activities of an engineering consulting office. This includes profit/loss management, employee supervision, project management, quality control, health and safety oversight, client relations and development, and new business development. Responsible for general leasehold improvements, project and office equipment, and proper utilization of all personnel. Develop and/or review all contracts and proposals prepared by the office; verify technical and financial provisions and ensure manpower budgets are sufficient to complete the contracted work and render a profit.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee a small office supporting one or more service lines.
  • Focus will be directed to management of specific projects and employee utilization for projects.
  • Review contracts and proposals prepared by office personnel.
  • Monitor job status reports and coordinate projects with staff.
  • May participate with corporate marketing to maintain client contacts for future development of new business.
  • Responsible for following requirements of the strategic plan; partner with Director, Regional Operations to grow office in accordance with the strategic plan.
  • Manage risk related to projects. Ensure contracts are signed and fully executed prior to commencing work. Monitor adherence to corporate risk policies and practices. Hold Managers accountable for mitigating or eliminating risk.
  • Communicates safety initiatives, rules and guidelines for Office or Region. Holds Managers and Employees accountable for following safety rules and guidelines.
  • Promote continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects. Ensure best practices are being followed and hold Managers accountable for quality control standards.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree in engineering (Civil or Environmental)
    • 8+ years' experience in operations or engineering.
    • 3+ years of leadership or people management experience.
    • A valid driver's license with acceptable violation history may be required.

    Preferred Qualifications:
    • Certification or licensure in field of expertise.


    About the Team

    Innovation and hands-on practice come together in our geotechnical consulting services. We provide geotechnical services nationwide for a wide range of projects, drawing on six decades of historical geotechnical data, a fleet of more than 200 drill rigs, 140 accredited laboratories, and thousands of employees to quickly organize or capture site data wherever projects are located. From AI-supported solutions and predictive technologies to geophysics and traditional exploration, we deliver precision, value-added subsurface information and engineering and scientific expertise to solving our clients' challenges and achieve their goals for project sustainability, quality, and efficiency.
  • 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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