Operations Manager - A/E/C Industry

Terracon • Portland, OR

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About The Position

Are you a leader who is passionate about people? Want to lead an office dedicated to being the "best at people" while working in one of the fastest growing markets in the Pacific Northwest. Terracon is seeking an Operations Manager in our Portland, Oregon office. You will lead a team of Architectural, Engineering, and Construction (A/E/C) professionals leading geotechnical, environmental, and materials testing service lines. You will be focused on being inclusive, diverse, caring, and high-performing in a rapidly growing and profitable office in an area with unmatched opportunity and growth in the City of Roses. The Portland Operations Manager will provide leadership and manage a large (over 50 employee owners) (A/E/C) consulting office's direct/support activities (administrative and technical). This includes ensuring that our office achieves safe, profitable growth by focusing on profit/loss management, employee supervision, project management, quality control, health and safety oversight, client relations and development, new business development, and utilization of all personnel. This role will also develop and/or review contracts and proposals prepared by the office, verify technical and financial provisions, and ensure manpower budgets are sufficient to complete the contracted work and render a profit. You will work closely with proven outstanding administrative and technical department managers to support specific functions and operations of the office.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and 10 years' practice experience, or a minimum of 12 years' related experience in lieu of a degree.
• Prior A/E/C management experience is preferred.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.

Nice To Haves

• Certification or licensure in field of expertise.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Oregon Area with a main office in Portland and a satellite location in Tri-Cities, Washington.
• Implement Terracon's Vision and Strategic Plan locally.
• Assign office manpower to special technical projects to ensure the best accomplishment and utilization of staff.
• Develop and execute annual office business plan.
• Responsible for the growth and profitability of the office.
• Assist Department Managers in determining their staffing needs in the office.
• Apprise Management of area progress, including business development, project schedules, employee management, safety, financial results, and equipment/facility/organizational needs.
• Lead and direct the area's Business Development efforts.
• Develop an understanding and be aware of project-related risks.
• Promote continuous innovation and adoption of processes and ideas that produce long term growth opportunities for the firm.
• Lead the way in mentoring employees and ensure that Oregon's supervisors do the same.
• Ensure that Terracon's IIF Safety Culture is strong by communicating safety initiatives, rules, and guidelines for the office.
• Promote continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Education reimbursement
• Various bonus programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees