Construction Materials Department Manager

ECS Ltd•Town of Lawrence, WI

About The Position

ECS Limited is seeking an experienced leader to manage its construction materials testing group in the Green Bay office. The Construction Materials Department Manager oversees Construction Materials Testing (CMT) operations, field and laboratory technicians, project deliverables, quality control, and business growth. The role leads engineers, Project Managers, technicians, and support staff; oversees technical and project execution; manages departmental financial and operational performance; develops client relationships and business; and promotes safety, compliance, quality, and collaboration. The position aligns departmental objectives and practices with office, subsidiary, and company strategies.

Requirements

At least 6 years of related experience.
Bachelor's and/or Master's of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, or Geology.
Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Advanced understanding of engineering consulting operations and project execution.
Strong financial acumen, including P&L, budgeting, forecasting, and KPIs.
Ability to manage multiple teams, priorities, and deadlines.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability.
Client-focused mindset with demonstrated business development success.
Proficiency in construction materials testing principles and regional conditions.
Ability to build, lead, and scale high-performing teams.
A valid driver's license is required if driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary.
Military applicants must hold one of the following ranks and also meet the stated education requirements: E-6, E-7, O-2, or O-3.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (P.E.) or Professional Geologist (P.G.) license.

Responsibilities

Lead engineers, Project Managers, technicians, and support staff, including performance management, coaching, career development, succession planning, recruiting, hiring, and retention.
Build a high-performing, accountable, collaborative team; develop future leaders; and maintain a department structure aligned with workload, growth objectives, and service offerings.
Communicate branch, subsidiary, and corporate initiatives to staff and support their local implementation.
Ensure quality, consistency, and technical excellence across department projects; delegate project execution to Project Managers and technical leaders; and provide escalation support for complex or high-risk projects.
Ensure projects meet safety, quality, schedule, and budget standards, and align with Associate Principals or Principals on final technical review where required.
Maintain awareness of industry standards, codes, and best practices, and support improvements to technical practices, training programs, and initiatives.
Coordinate with leadership to align technical practices and resource utilization.
Manage department P&L performance, including revenue, margin, utilization, and backlog; develop departmental budgets and forecasts; monitor KPIs; and drive performance improvements.
Oversee invoicing, collections, and contract execution; manage staffing levels and workload planning; and ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and risk controls.
Lead client relationship management and the department’s growth strategy; develop business opportunities and expand key client accounts.
Oversee proposal development, pricing strategy, and scope definition; represent the firm in external meetings, networking, and industry engagement; and drive revenue growth and market presence.
Promote and enforce a strong safety culture, ensure regulatory and company-procedure compliance, and drive quality assurance and continuous improvement focused on safety, quality, innovation, and operational excellence.
Collaborate with other departments and office leaders to share resources, expertise, and best practices; align departmental objectives with company strategies; and participate in leadership meetings, company initiatives, and committees as requested.