Geotechnical Department Manager

Together We Talent•Charlotte, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Geotechnical Department Manager to lead a growing geotechnical engineering team in Charlotte, North Carolina. This is a hands-on leadership role combining geotechnical technical expertise, project management, team development, financial management, and client development. The ideal candidate is a senior Geotechnical or Civil Engineer with 10+ years of experience who can lead people and projects while taking ownership of the department's operational and financial performance. Position Overview The Geotechnical Department Manager will oversee geotechnical projects from initial planning through completion while leading engineers, geologists, project managers, and technicians. In addition to technical oversight, this position is responsible for departmental budgeting, forecasting, staff development, quality and safety, client relationships, and supporting continued business growth.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Geological Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution
10+ years of Civil or Geotechnical Engineering experience
Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG) license
Strong technical expertise in geotechnical engineering
Experience leading engineering teams and developing technical staff
Project management experience
Experience managing departmental budgets, forecasting, and financial performance
Experience reviewing geotechnical reports, calculations, and technical documentation
Strong understanding of geotechnical site conditions and construction practices
Experience developing client relationships and supporting business growth
Candidates who do not currently hold the required professional license should be eligible to obtain the appropriate license within three months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Civil Engineering with a geotechnical emphasis
Strong local or regional engineering and construction market knowledge
Established client relationships within the engineering, construction, or development community

Responsibilities

Oversee the complete lifecycle of geotechnical engineering projects
Provide technical leadership on complex geotechnical assignments
Review proposals, engineering reports, calculations, and technical documentation
Ensure work complies with geotechnical engineering best practices and applicable standards
Maintain strong quality assurance and safety practices
Apply knowledge of geotechnical site conditions and construction practices to project execution
Lead geotechnical engineers, geologists, project managers, and technicians
Establish departmental goals and performance expectations
Develop staff through coaching, mentoring, and training
Support employee engagement and a positive team culture
Coordinate staffing and resources based on project and departmental needs
Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and deliverables
Monitor project performance and address risks or operational challenges
Maintain communication with clients and internal project teams
Ensure projects are delivered according to technical, financial, quality, and safety expectations
Manage departmental budgets and financial performance
Monitor revenue, forecasts, expenses, and profitability
Support departmental planning and resource allocation
Identify opportunities to improve operational and financial performance
Build and maintain strong client relationships
Support business development and market growth initiatives
Participate in community and industry activities that strengthen client relationships
Identify opportunities for additional geotechnical services and future projects
Partner with senior leadership to support continued department growth