Construction Services Department Manager

MC Squared,LLC•Kennesaw, GA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

As our company continues to grow through acquisition and new project wins, we are seeking a Construction Services Department Manager to lead our Kennesaw, GA office and help expand our Construction Services practice throughout the Southeast. This is a leadership role for an experienced professional who enjoys developing people, building client relationships, and driving operational excellence. The Department Manager will provide strategic leadership for the Construction Services team, overseeing department operations, laboratory and field personnel, business development efforts, financial performance, and client satisfaction. This position will play a key role in growing MC Squared's presence in the region while fostering a culture of safety, quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
10+ years of experience in Construction Materials Testing, Special Inspections, Construction Services, or consulting engineering.
Demonstrated leadership experience managing teams, operations, and client relationships.
Experience securing new work through client relationships, proposal development, and business development efforts.
Experience managing departmental budgets, financial performance, and business objectives.
Strong knowledge of construction materials testing, quality assurance, and construction practices.
Excellent communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills.

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop construction services staff, laboratory personnel, and future leaders.
Promote a culture centered on safety, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Ensure all employees follow company safety policies, procedures, and pre-task planning requirements.
Support recruiting, onboarding, and professional development initiatives.
Oversee daily operations of the Construction Services department, including laboratory and field activities.
Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with company quality standards.
Manage staffing, workload, scheduling, and resource allocation.
Review technical reports, proposals, contracts, and project deliverables.
Provide technical oversight for construction materials testing, special inspections, and related consulting services.
Manage project risks, subcontractors, and quality assurance activities.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with contractors, developers, engineers, architects, owners, and public agencies.
Pursue new business opportunities through client relationship development, market engagement, networking, and strategic business development initiatives.
Lead or support proposal preparation, client presentations, interviews, and pursuit strategy to help secure new work.
Collaborate with company leadership to identify growth opportunities and expand MC Squared's Construction Services presence throughout the region.
Promote exceptional client service while ensuring a high level of client satisfaction and repeat business.
Manage departmental budgets, forecasting, profitability, and resource planning.
Monitor operational performance, staff utilization, and financial metrics.
Develop strategies to improve operational efficiency and department performance.
Provide regular operational and financial updates to company leadership.