Explorations Department Manager II
Terracon
Manage department operations, projects, staff, and business development.
22 days ago ago
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Tulsa, OK
Office Full-Time
Company Size
5,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Environmental Services
Geotechnical Engineering
Construction Materials Testing
Industrial Hygiene
Building Science
Environmental Consulting
Site Remediation
Land Development
Sector Specialisms
Environmental
Facilities
Geotechnical
Materials
Industrial
Federal
Technology
Building Enclosure Consulting
Role
What you would be doing
business planning
quality monitoring
cost estimation
safety management
business development
recruitment
- Prepare and execute the department annual business plan.
- Responsible for continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects. Monitor and promote quality standards and practices.
- Responsible for preparation of proposals and cost estimates with varying degrees of complexity.
- 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 providing consistent quality standards on project and proposal delivery.
- Directs the short-range business development activities of all department personnel to ensure that adequate fees are available to support the manpower on the payroll.
- Plan for and execute the recruitment, selection, training, mentoring, and development of all employees in the department.
- Oversee and manage the success of the key department metrics of revenue growth, staff chargeability, project billing and collections, and project profitability.
What you bring
risk management
certification
bachelor's
8 years
supervisory
driver’s license
- 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.
- Certification or licensure in field of expertise.
- Bachelor’s degree in technical discipline practiced by the Firm including Engineering, Environmental Science or Geology and 8 years’ practice experience. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 12 years’ related experience.
- Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer status preferred.
- Master’s degree or PhD preferred.
- Previous supervisory experience.
- Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1965
Year Established
The company was established in 1965 and has since grown significantly.
- The company’s expertise spans a wide range of sectors, including industrial, infrastructure, energy, and residential, to name a few.
- Engineers and scientists work on diverse projects from designing foundations for skyscrapers to providing environmental assessments for infrastructure developments.
- They are involved in large-scale projects across the United States, helping to shape cities, improve infrastructure, and protect the environment.
- Known for their innovation and commitment, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and deep technical expertise to solve complex challenges in construction and environmental sectors.
- The firm’s multidisciplinary approach allows them to offer solutions that integrate geotechnical, environmental, and construction disciplines in a seamless manner.
- Prosperity
- Caring
- Courage
- Curiosity
- Excellence
- Integrity
- SAFETY – We Do Everything Safely
- INTEGRITY – We Do the Right Thing
- TEAMWORK – We Work Together
- ENTREPRENEURISM – We Build Solutions
- Client Service
- Employee Well‑Being and Development
- Employee Ownership
- Ethics and Integrity
- Quality
- Safety
- Financial Performance
- Growth
4,800 metric tons
Concrete Diversion from Landfills
The company successfully diverted a significant volume of concrete cylinders from landfills in 2023, reducing material waste and environmental impact.
64 million tons CO₂
CO₂ Emissions Avoided with GripTerra
Using GripTerra wind foundation designs, the company avoided a substantial amount of CO₂ emissions for a 100-turbine project, showcasing innovative reductions in carbon footprint.
60% concrete reduction
GripTerra Material Efficiency
GripTerra designs reduced concrete usage by 60% per foundation, significantly lowering material requirements and environmental impact compared to traditional methods.
3 million tons CO₂
CO₂ Savings from Solar Projects
By reducing embedment depth by 1 ft on 250 MW solar projects, the company achieved substantial CO₂ savings, highlighting its commitment to sustainable energy solutions.
- Expanded recycling for laboratory concrete testing materials and office recyclables
- Formally aligned sustainability to United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in 2022, prioritizing SDG-4, 9, 12, and 13
- Completed an Emissions Target Plan in 2023 with a 15% revenue-based GHG emissions intensity reduction goal over five years, following EPA GHG protocols
- Set net-zero aligned targets via Emissions Target Plan aimed at 2028 (five years from 2023)
- Achieved a 4% year-over-year emissions intensity reduction in 2023
- Employs Sustainable and diverse supplier procurement practices
ERGs Increased 3x
Employee Resource Groups Expansion
Employee Resource Groups expanded from 3 to 6, representing grassroots, employee-organized initiatives open to all.
20+ Members
Inclusive Culture Team
An Inclusive Culture Leadership Team of ~20 employee-owners guides the company's strategic inclusion efforts.
- Annual listening sessions and engagement surveys assess inclusion culture.
- Observed industry inclusion events: Women in Construction Week, Construction Inclusion Week, Black History Month, Women’s History Month, International Day of Women and Girls in Science, International Women’s Day.
- Terracon Foundation provides grants to organizations promoting inclusion among underrepresented groups.
- Women’s representation metrics: (if available) [Note: no gender percentages publicly available on provided sources].
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