Geotechnical Branch Manager
About The Position
Braun Intertec is seeking a Branch Manager for its Urbandale team. The Branch Manager is accountable for the office’s operational, client, and technical goals across personnel in the Engineering, Testing, and Drilling divisions. The role includes overseeing office-wide decisions, monitoring financial performance, developing employees, managing staffing, supporting client pursuits and marketing, directing client contracting under the company’s Authority Grant Policy, and encouraging cross-functional, multidisciplinary teamwork. Braun Intertec is a 100% employee-owned consulting firm that provides geotechnical, environmental, and testing solutions to private- and public-sector clients. Founded in 1957, the company has more than 30 offices across the Midwest and Texas and aims to provide a challenging and rewarding environment for employees.
Requirements
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common financial reports and legal documents.
- Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
- Proven ability to manage success and conflict among teams and individual personnel in support of Braun Intertec’s best interests.
- Understanding of Braun Intertec’s internal systems and practices, and ability to train others in, manage, and adhere to them.
- Proven ability to lead small or large groups effectively through a service/servant leadership style.
- Ability to lead by example through Braun Intertec’s core values: Safety, Service, Opportunity, Ownership, and Recognition.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; or ten or more years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Responsibilities
- Be accountable for the office’s operational, client, and technical goals for personnel in the Engineering, Testing, and Drilling divisions.
- Make decisions that apply to all personnel in the office, including decisions related to facilities, office engagement, and local marketing.
- Monitor the financial performance of the office and business unit by analyzing current and future activities, costs, and operational efficiency, and regularly provide feedback to management.
- Evaluate employee performance objectively and establish staff goals that support technical, project management, and client service skill development.
- Manage staffing to achieve office goals, including recruiting, hiring, and firing.
- Work with employees, other Unit managers and leaders, and marketing staff to set direction for client pursuits and marketing goals.
- Direct client contracting in the office in accordance with Braun Intertec’s Authority Grant Policy.
- Monitor employees’ project management skills, particularly as they relate to project financial performance and client retention.
- Encourage and support cross-functional, multidisciplinary teamwork to help make Braun Intertec the employer and consultant of choice.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
