Department Manager

Overview At UES, we’re a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more. Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com. Joining Universal Engineering Sciences (UES) offers you the opportunity to excel at the fastest growing Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) firm in the country. Experienced and proven, UES is considered a pioneer of the industry and stands at the forefront of emerging technology and best practices. We are a family of companies with revenue of $500M, quickly rising through organic and acquisition growth. We are made up of 6 regions that include nearly 26 companies within those regions: Florida, West, Texas, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, and Midwest. UES is a family of almost 3,800 team members who operate in 87 locations in 20 states. Our values guide the way we work, make decisions, and treat others, specifically our team members, customers, and the communities where we serve. We STRIVE for safety, teamwork, responsiveness, integrity, value, and excellence. At UES, you will collaborate with a team that places value in our collective vision, culture of community, and unwavering commitment to excellence. While being encouraged to promote innovative and creative ideas, you will be provided the support to bring those ideas to fruition. As our company continues to grow at a rapid pace, so do the opportunities for our current and future team members to learn and mentor for continued professional and personal development. Additionally, you can count on excellent benefits, a comprehensive PTO plan, uncapped career growth, and the best people in the industry. You can learn more about our career opportunities here: NOTE: Relocation assistance is currently unavailable. Please indicate in the notes section if you are planning to or in the process of relocating to the work location. Responsibilities Your role as the CMT Department Manager will both utilize and expand your talents to provide project management and oversight of CMT projects as well as supervision of the CMT department. In addition to your daily responsibilities, you will have the opportunity to create lasting relationships with our diverse team and directly contribute to our path to becoming the most sought‑after, respected, and successful engineering firm in the country. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geology, or similar is required. 10+ years of work experience in geotechnical engineering is required. Engineering Intern (EI/EIT) License with the ability to obtain a Professional Engineering (PE) license is preferred. Proven track record of managing mid-to-large scale engineering projects from inception to completion. Knowledge and familiarity with industry standards and regulations in geotechnical and construction materials testing methods, ASTM standards, AASHTO, DOT, ASCE, OSHA, laboratory testing, soil classifications, and construction oversight. Experience developing project scopes, budgets, schedules, and risk assessments for infrastructure or construction projects. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to make data‑driven decisions. Ability to write technical reports, proposals, business correspondences and/or procedure manuals as needed. Ability to lead project teams, mentor junior engineers, and coordinate multidisciplinary efforts. Proven experience in client communication, engagement, and presentation to others. Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical reporting, proposal writing, and presentations. Physical Demands & Work Environment Days and hours for this position are typically Monday‑Friday. Some overtime work and/or overnight work and travel may be required. You may be required to drive hundreds of miles per day within the Mid‑Atlantic region. Regularly exposed to outside weather conditions such as wet and/or humid environments, extreme cold and/or heat, dusty and noisy work environments. Field work on outside construction sites involving long‑term standing, sitting and potentially repetitive motions. Typically, this position involves 25% field work, 75% office work, depending on the week/work. Ability to use your senses to see (including close, distant and peripheral vision, depth vision and ability to focus), smell, hear and touch (use your hands to reach, climb or balance, crouch, stoop, crawl, kneel and sit). Ability to regularly lift and/or move/shake up to 40lbs. (soil and/or concrete tests and related apparatus); frequently lift and/or move up to 60lbs. (soil and sand samples); and occasionally move more than 100lbs. (such as a loaded wheelbarrow of test equipment). EEO Statement UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement at the bottom of the page here #J-18808-Ljbffr