Geotechnical Department Manager

JOB SUMMARY: - The Geotechnical Department Manager will lead a team in coordinating and overseeing diverse geotechnical projects across industrial, commercial, and residential sectors. - This role involves managing the geotechnical department, ensuring efficient operations, fostering teamwork, and promoting professional development. - Responsibilities include client collaboration, project proposal development, and maintaining high quality standards. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Strategic Planning & Budgeting: - Develops long-term goals and business plans for the department, manages the annual capital budget, and provides input on departmental budgets to align with overall business objectives. - Participates in strategic planning initiatives and contributes to the overall growth and success of the organization. - Business Development & Networking: - Collaborates with the Business Development department to create and execute the departments annual business development plan, while networking to enhance the departments and companys reputation. - Leads the development of project proposals and defines project tasks, schedules, and resource requirements. - Department Management & Performance: - Monitors department chargeability targets, ensures staff understand both company-wide and departmental objectives, and oversees day-to-day operations, including quality of work environment and employee productivity. - Provides leadership and management for the preparation of Geotechnical and CMT projects, conducting team meetings, evaluating project progress, and maintaining client satisfaction. - Coordinates with project architects, civil engineers, structural engineers, and other technical staff to ensure successful project delivery. - Policy & Compliance Oversight: - Develops, maintains, and enforces department-specific policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with company standards. - Establishes project goals and ensures adherence to QA/QC standards, while developing and implementing departmental policies, procedures, and best practices to enhance efficiency and quality. - Cross-Departmental Coordination: - Works closely with the IT and HR departments to address department-specific technology and employee relations issues, providing input on hires and staff development. - Collaborates with other department managers to optimize resource allocation and project scheduling. - Financial Oversight: - Reviews and approves weekly departmental invoices, including software, equipment, and other expenses. - Manages project budgets, analyzes profitability, monitors revenue generation, prepares client billing information, manages collections, and identifies additional revenue opportunities. - Workplace Culture & Team Development: - Fosters a positive work culture, maintains a professional workspace, and supports employee growth and relations. - Mentors and develops staff within the geotechnical department to ensure ongoing professional growth. - Client & Contract Management: - Consults with clients to determine site requirements, provides design information for geotechnical investigations, and maintains regular communication throughout the project lifecycle. - Reviews and signs project contracts, handles change orders, and oversees project scope. - Other Responsibilities: - Leads special projects to support departmental operations or corporate goals. - Performs additional duties as assigned to support department and company objectives QUALIFICATIONS: - Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent - Michigan P.E. License or ability to obtain - 10 years of experience in the field of civil engineering, demonstrating increasing levels of responsibility. - Working knowledge of typical computer software programs used for geotechnical engineering design and management (Microsoft Office, etc.) - Working knowledge of codes, regulations, and standards applicable to the geotechnical design and construction of major site development projects in Michigan. Competencies and Personal Attributes: - Demonstrated ability to manage staff and multi-disciplinary projects. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to resolve technical issues and address challenges encountered during geotechnical projects. - Experience in mentoring and coaching junior geotechnical staff, providing guidance and support in their professional development. - Proven track record of successful project delivery and client satisfaction, with a focus on delivering high-quality geotechnical services on time and within budget. - Strong written and verbal communication skills. - Self-motivated with the ability to motivate others. - Sound understanding of financial management. - Proficient in conflict resolution and client satisfaction. Originally posted on Himalayas