Branch Operations & People Leader

ECS Florida, LLC; Florida; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Florida, LLC is seeking an Assistant Office Manager to support the Office Manager in leading office operations, financial performance, personnel management, and strategic initiatives in our Florida offices. You will collaborate with multiple departments and managers to ensure adherence to company policies while driving client satisfaction, growth, and a strong safety culture.

This role develops future leaders and offers exposure to branch-wide processes, budgeting, staffing, and performance

Qualifications

• 10 years of related experience with a degree or 14 years of related experience without a degree
• High school diploma or GED required
• Maintain licenses and/or certifications as necessary for the work performed or managed per ECS Senior Technical Staff Policies and Procedures
• If driving for or on behalf of any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
• Very strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Advanced understanding of engineering consulting operations, project execution, and professional services business models
• Very strong ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Very strong judgement, problem-solving ability, and attention to detail
• Very strong ability to work effectively with clients, direct reports, peers, and supervisors, as well as independently
• Very strong ability to build a team
• Client-focused mindset with very strong business development skills
• Very strong financial acumen with demonstrated responsibility for P&L performance
• Very strong ability to balance technical excellence, people leadership, and business objectives
• Very Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence and align teams
• Strong strategic thinking and execution capability
• The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education, certification, and licenses requirements: E-7/E-8/O-3

Responsibilities

• Leads branch-wide operations and supervises multiple departments and offices
• Coaches and mentors department and group managers
• Manages performance reviews, promotions, and succession planning
• Oversees recruiting, onboarding, and staff development
• Drives a collaborative, high-performance culture and organizational structure
• Communicates initiatives from branch to staff and ensures local implementation
• Represents the firm in professional organizations and client meetings
• Develops client relationships and drives business development
• Ensures adherence to safety policies and regulatory standards
• Leads continuous improvement initiatives in safety, quality, and operational excellence
• Aligns office objectives with company strategies
• Participates in leadership meetings and company initiatives
• Maintains awareness of industry standards and best practices

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Engineering consulting

Business development

P&L management

Strategic thinking

Team building

Multi-priority management

Safety/compliance

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering

Construction Engineering & Management

MBA

MS in Engineering

High school diploma

Job description

ECS Florida, LLC is seeking an Assistant Office Manager to support the Office Manager in leading office operations, financial performance, personnel management, and strategic initiatives in our Florida offices. You will collaborate with multiple departments and managers to ensure adherence to company policies while driving client satisfaction, growth, and a strong safety culture.

This role develops future leaders and offers exposure to branch-wide processes, budgeting, staffing, and performance