Director Consulting

GEOCOMP; Acton (MA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Health insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Employee referral program

Job summary

Geocomp seeks an experienced Director of Consulting to lead the Division, combining strong technical leadership with business development capabilities to expand client relationships and position the Division for sustainable growth.

This leadership role requires guiding project teams, overseeing proposals, and driving revenue growth while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Requires PE license and an MS in Civil Engineering with geotechnical or structural emphasis.
• Proven ability to lead consulting projects, manage teams, and develop new business.
• Excellent communication skills and senior client relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership and technical direction for the Consulting Division.
• Oversee business development, client relationships, and pursuit strategies for major proposals.
• Manage project delivery, staffing, schedules, and budgets to meet client expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Project management

Communication

Education

MS in Civil Engineering (geotechnical or structural emphasis)

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Geocomp, Inc. is a uniquely integrated company providing services and products to help clients identify and manage risk associated with infrastructure design, construction, and operation. With over 40 years of experience, Geocomp is well-positioned to help clients on a wide range of projects, providing geostructural consulting, monitoring, and laboratory testing services worldwide. Geocomp also manufactures, sells, and offers expert technical support for our fully automated laboratory testing systems to commercial, research, and academic labs, globally.Job Details:We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Director of Consulting to lead the Division and drive its next phase of growth. This individual will combine strong technical expertise with business development capabilities and proven leadership skills to strengthen the team, expand client relationships, and position the Division for sustainable growth.This is a high-impact, highly visible leadership role. You will serve as the Division's senior technical authority on major pursuits, provide strategic direction and mentorship to a strong team of engineers, and play a central role in developing new business opportunities, strengthening client partnerships, and driving revenue growth.Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Team DevelopmentProvide day-to-day leadership, mentorship, and technical direction to the Consulting DivisionIdentify and help close staffing gaps (senior PMs/PEs, junior engineers) to build a sustainable teamChampion consistent use of internal processes and systems (CRM/BD tracking, project workflows, quality standards)Create, sustain, and support an environment that makes the division a great place to workCollaborate with other Geocomp Divisions (GTX Lab, I&M, Products) to grow opportunities for employeesBusiness DevelopmentOversee and coordinate efforts with our Business Development team to build and maintain strong sales pipelines and forecastsHelp manage and grow client relationships as an integral part of the growth strategyHelp develop pursuit strategies and oversee preparation of proposals and bids, in collaboration with other officesOversee and manage completion of projects to client satisfaction while procuring new work to grow the divisionServe as the senior technical signature on proposals for complex, high-stakes projectsDrive new client relationships and revenue growth for the Consulting DivisionTechnical & Client DeliveryManage project teams to meet scope, schedule, and budget, meeting or exceeding client expectations across the active project portfolioSupervise and coordinate staff on specific projects to align client needs with Geocomp resource allocationEnsure deliverables are provided on time and within scope and budgetAssemble and manage project teams for each assignment to optimize resultsLead management of relationships with clients, contractors, officials, and other stakeholders in collaboration with our Business Development and project delivery teamsPromote positive, effective health and safety practices and ensure standards are metHelp achieve strategic objectives around best practices, effective project management, and active risk managementQualificationsProfessional Engineer (PE) license — Geotechnical or Geostructural background requiredMS in Civil Engineering (geotechnical or structural emphasis) preferred, or equivalent applicable experience8+ years of experience with geotechnical consulting projectsDemonstrated success in both business development/sales and project managementStrong leadership capabilities and a team-player mindsetExcellent communication skills, including experience delivering technical and business presentationsBenefits PackageBase salary: $145,000 – $165,000 per year(Final compensation based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity)401(k) with company matchComprehensive health insuranceHealth savings account (HSA)Paid time off (PTO)Professional development assistanceEmployee referral programOur Hiring ProcessAt Geocomp, we are committed to delivering a respectful, inclusive, and transparent recruitment experience.Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to provide individual feedback to every applicant. Only candidates whose qualifications closely match the role criteria will be contacted for an interview. We do, however, aim to share personalized feedback with those who progress to the first round of interviews and beyond.We are also dedicated to ensuring that our hiring process accessible to all. If you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview stages, please don’t hesitate to contact your recruiter directly.We see things differently. Diversity fuels our innovation, we value the unique ways in which we differ, and we are committed to equal employment opportunities for all professionals.