Geotechnical Branch Manager
About The Position
Braun Intertec is seeking a Branch Manager to join our Urbandale team! Braun Intertec is a 100% employee-owned award-winning consulting firm offering geotechnical, environmental and testing solutions in the private and public sectors. Founded in 1957, the firm now has over 30 offices located across the Midwest and Texas. We are committed to providing a challenging and rewarding environment that encourages employees to make full use of their knowledge, skills and abilities. Responsibilities: Accountable for the overall performance of the office’s operational, client and technical goals, for personnel that report in through the Engineering, Testing and Drilling divisions. Accountable for decision making regarding items that apply to all personnel within the office you are leading (e.g. facilities, office engagement, local marketing, etc.). Continually monitors financial performance of the office and business unit by analyzing current and future Unit activities, costs, efficiency of operations, etc. and provides feedback to management on a regular basis. Objectively evaluating employee performance and establishing goals for staff that contain components of improving or enhancing technical or project management skills, and client service skill development. Responsible for managing the appropriate personnel mix to achieve your office goals (recruiting, hiring, firing). Works with employees at all levels and, in particular, other Unit managers/leaders and marketing staff, to set direction for client-related pursuits and marketing goals. Directs client contracting in the office with respect to the Braun Intertec’s Authority Grant Policy. Monitors individual employee project management skills specifically as they relate to financial performance of projects and client retention. Encourages and supports a work environment that allows for cross-functional, multi-discipline work teams in the interest of being the employer of choice and the consultant of choice.
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 amongst teams and individual personnel, with the intent of supporting Braun Intertec’s best interests.
- Understanding Braun Intertec’s internal systems and practices, and ability to train, 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+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Responsibilities
- Accountable for the overall performance of the office’s operational, client and technical goals, for personnel that report in through the Engineering, Testing and Drilling divisions.
- Accountable for decision making regarding items that apply to all personnel within the office you are leading (e.g. facilities, office engagement, local marketing, etc.).
- Continually monitors financial performance of the office and business unit by analyzing current and future Unit activities, costs, efficiency of operations, etc. and provides feedback to management on a regular basis.
- Objectively evaluating employee performance and establishing goals for staff that contain components of improving or enhancing technical or project management skills, and client service skill development.
- Responsible for managing the appropriate personnel mix to achieve your office goals (recruiting, hiring, firing).
- Works with employees at all levels and, in particular, other Unit managers/leaders and marketing staff, to set direction for client-related pursuits and marketing goals.
- Directs client contracting in the office with respect to the Braun Intertec’s Authority Grant Policy.
- Monitors individual employee project management skills specifically as they relate to financial performance of projects and client retention.
- Encourages and supports a work environment that allows for cross-functional, multi-discipline work teams in the interest of being the employer of choice and the consultant of choice.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
