Ecs Group Of Companies
A global provider of integrated engineering, procurement, construction, and project management solutions.
Geotechnical Department Manager
Lead geotech team, manage projects, budgets, and business development.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Manage the full lifecycle of geotechnical engineering projects. • Lead a team of geotechnical engineers, geologists, project managers, and technicians. • Ensure projects adhere to geotechnical engineering best practices, safety standards, and quality control procedures. • Perform technical review of proposals, reports, and calculations. • Track department budget, revenue, forecasts, and financial performance. • Set goals for the geotechnical group and develop staff skills through training initiatives. • Assist senior staff with business development efforts through community involvement and client engagement. • Promote company values, positive culture, and high employee engagement.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸project management
- ▸team leadership
- ▸technical review
- ▸quality control
- ▸budget tracking
- ▸staff development
What You Bring
ECS Limited is seeking an experienced Geotechnical Department Manager to lead our geotechnical engineering team in our West Palm Beach office. In this critical role you will manage projects and staff, oversee quality control and technical standards, contribute to business development, and drive overall department success. • 10+ years of experience in civil/geotechnical engineering. • Demonstrated leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills. • Extensive technical knowledge of geotechnical engineering concepts and applications. • Proven track record of managing budgets, forecasts, and P&L responsibilities. • Business development experience engaging clients and winning projects. • Knowledge of geotechnical conditions and construction industry. • BS in Civil Engineering or Geological Engineering from an ABET accredited college/university. • MS in Civil Engineering with geotechnical emphasis preferred. • Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG) preferred; if unlicensed, ability to obtain licensure within three months of hire required.
Requirements
- ▸10+ years
- ▸leadership
- ▸geotechnical
- ▸budget management
- ▸business development
- ▸pe license
Benefits
As a Geotechnical Department Manager, you lead both your team and profitability, bringing extensive field and business experience. Engineers, technicians, and project managers rely on you for technical mentorship and client relationship building. You set high standards, work hard to ensure top‑quality delivery, and elevate others alongside you. With a strategic big‑picture focus, you’ll find ample career‑growth opportunities within our company.
Work Environment
Office Full-Time