Job DescriptionTerracon is seeking an experienced
Geotechnical Engineer or
Geologist to lead our team as the
Operations Manager III in our
Chattanooga, TN office.
As the OM you will:
- Be leading a team of professionals that is focused on being inclusive, diverse, caring and high performing, in a growing and profitable office located in Chattanooga.
- Provide leadership and manage the direct/support activities (administrative and technical) of a large 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.
- Be 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 and lead a large, multi-service office generating booked labor revenues typically between $10-15 million annually.
- Supervise and support multiple technical projects simultaneously.
- Evaluate and monitor workloads, and oversee recruitment, hiring, performance management, compensation, and corrective actions.
- Direct local business development strategies and maintain key client relationships.
- Coordinate with marketing and technical experts during proposal development.
- Monitor job progress and collaborate with department managers to ensure project success.
- Supervise preparation of proposals by all professionals and coordinate with corporate marketing and firm technical experts, as needed.
- Direct the execution of the office's business development efforts.
- Develop and execute annual office business plan.
- Responsible for preparation of office annual and financial budgets and operating the office within approved budgets.
- Report to senior managers on progress including business development, project schedules, employee management, financial results, and equipment/facility/organizational needs.
- 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. 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.
QualificationsRequirements:
- Bachelor's degree in a related field (i.e., environmental, geotechnical, etc.)
- Minimum of 10 years practice experience.
- Minimum of 10 years' experience in one of the following service lines: Geotechnical, Environmental, or Materials.
- Prior people management experience.
- Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.
Preferred Certifications:
- Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Professional Geologist (P.G.)
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Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.
