Department Manager - Geotechnical Engineering

Intertek•Miami, FL

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Intertek, a Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) and leading provider of quality and safety solutions, is seeking a Geotechnical Engineering Department Manager to join their Professional Services Industries Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in Miami, Florida. This role offers a high-visibility opportunity to lead geotechnical services in a dynamic market, supporting projects across coastal, urban, and transportation environments in South Florida. It is a chance to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry. The Building & Construction division is a suite of Intertek brands that are industry leaders across multiple architecture, engineering, and construction disciplines. Intertek's project-related assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting services are the risk management and quality assurance partner for new developments, existing assets, and facilities. Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of assurance, testing, inspection, and consulting solutions in civil and commercial construction, offering services including construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil and/or Geotechnical Engineering is required
Five or more years of geotechnical engineering design and consulting services experience are required.
Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential, including experience managing client relationships and project teams.
Strong understanding of geotechnical engineering and related disciplines, with the ability and desire to provide creative and practical solutions to meet client needs in coastal and urban environments typical of Miami.
Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record required.

Nice To Haves

Florida Professional Registration (PE) is highly preferred
Strong consideration will be given to candidates with active or near‑term PE licensure in Florida.
Experience working with clients and staff in the Miami/South Florida market is preferred
Existing relationships with public-sector clients (municipalities, counties, cities, and/or FDOT) is highly preferred
Previous staff management experience and P&L responsibilities highly preferred
Multi‑sector experience (private, municipal, FDOT) preferred, especially within the South Florida region.
Established network in the Miami / South Florida A/E/C community and proven ability to generate new business opportunities highly preferred
Bilingual Spanish/English skills are highly preferred and beneficial in the Miami market.

Responsibilities

Lead overall management of geotechnical engineering services in the Miami office, including full P&L responsibility.
Partner with regional and national leadership to develop and execute an annual growth plan (revenue, margin, hit rates) for the Miami geotechnical market.
Direct and execute geotechnical project assignments, including engineering analyses and report preparation, field exploration, and laboratory services for projects across Miami‑Dade and South Florida.
Provide senior review of proposals and reports, ensuring that commitments to clients are met and that deliverables reflect local regulatory and technical requirements.
Mentor and train senior and junior professional staff, building a strong, growth‑oriented geotechnical team in the Miami office.
Actively participate in professional and technical organizations, representing Intertek‑PSI within the Miami/South Florida A/E/C community.
Lead growth of the Miami geotechnical practice by developing and executing a local business development plan, building and maintaining relationships with owners, developers, architects, engineers, and contractors, and proactively identifying upcoming projects and positioning Intertek‑PSI for key pursuits in private, municipal, and FDOT sectors.
Engage effectively with a diverse client base; bilingual Spanish/English skills are highly preferred and beneficial in the Miami market.