Geotechnical Department Manager II

General Responsibilities: Terracon’s Tallahassee office is looking for a Geotechnical Department Manager . As a leader you will manage and supervise a geotechnical department of staff dedicated to support projects in the greater Tallahassee area and surrounding counties extending through the Florida panhandle. Projects include major freeways, interchanges, bridges, parkways, and commercial construction. Your role involves overseeing all projects, ensuring compliance with client requirements and company policies. This includes adhering to standards, safety protocols, and preparing cost estimates. You will be responsible for business development, including identifying project opportunities and maintaining client relationships to support company growth and success. If you are ready to take on a new challenge, contribute your expertise, and embark on a rewarding journey then come Explore with Us at Terracon! Essential Roles and Responsibilities: Responsible for preparation of proposals and cost estimates. With support from the Office Manager perform business and client development activities. With support from the Office Manager develop and manage employee staffing plans, recruitment, selection and on-boarding. With support from the Office Manager prepare and execute annual business plan for the department. With support from the Office Manager oversee and manage the success of the key department metrics of revenue growth, staff chargeability, project billing and collections, and project profitability. Develop understanding and be aware of project-related risk. Be familiar with what could go wrong on a project and how to protect the Company. Be familiar with company risk policies. Lead safety efforts for team and ensure team follows safety rules and guidelines. Responsible for creating and modeling a safe work environment; demonstrates safety practices. Promote pre-task planning for all projects. Responsible for continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects. Monitor and promote quality standards and practices. Responsible for providing consistent quality standards on project and proposal delivery. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline practiced by the Firm including Engineering, Environmental Science or Geology and 5 years’ practice experience. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 9 years’ related experience. Master’s degree or PhD preferred. A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required. Preferred Qualifications: Certification or licensure in field of expertise. Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer status preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr Terracon