Group Manager - GEO

Terracon • Jacksonville, FL

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About The Position

The Group Manager supervises projects in the department to ensure timely execution in accordance with client requirements and company policies, procedures, and standards. The role oversees proposal and cost estimate preparation to ensure appropriate service scope, staffing availability, and pricing that supports desired profitability.

The Group Manager supervises daily departmental operations, including staff training, development, and performance reviews; use of equipment and facilities; safety oversight; service and work-product quality; delivery of services and deliverables; and compliance with policies and procedures. The position also plans and participates in business development to identify, develop, win, and execute project opportunities and to build and maintain client relationships.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline practiced by the Firm, including Engineering, Environmental Science, or Geology, and 5 years of practice experience; or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 9 years of related experience.
• A valid driver’s license with an acceptable violation history may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Certification or licensure in the field of expertise.
• Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer status preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare proposals and cost estimates.
• Perform business and client development activities with support from the Department/Office Manager.
• Develop and manage employee staffing plans, recruitment, selection, and onboarding with support from the Department/Office Manager.
• Prepare and execute the annual business plan for the specialty service group with support from the Department/Office Manager.
• Oversee and manage group metrics, including revenue growth, staff chargeability, project billing and collections, and project profitability, with support from the Department/Office Manager.
• Understand project-related risks, recognize what could go wrong on projects, know how to protect the Company, and be familiar with company risk policies.
• Lead safety efforts for the team and ensure the team follows safety rules and guidelines.
• Create and model a safe work environment and demonstrate safety practices.
• Promote pre-task planning for all projects.
• Lead continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects.
• Monitor and promote quality standards and practices.
• Provide consistent quality standards for project and proposal delivery.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager