Engineering Branch Manager

ECS Group of Companies; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies is seeking an experienced Engineering Branch Manager to lead our Franklin office. You will manage diverse engineering projects, oversee staff, and ensure quality operations.

The ideal candidate will possess over 10 years of experience and strong leadership skills, committed to safety and engineering excellence. A BS in Civil Engineering is required. Join us to promote a positive workplace culture and drive business development.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, dedicated to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of technical and managerial experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent project management and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage multidisciplinary engineering projects.
• Oversee project financials and resource allocation.
• Ensure quality control and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Business Acumen

Safety Commitment

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

MS in Civil Engineering

Job description

ECS Limited is seeking an experienced engineering leader to manage our Franklin office. As the Engineering Branch Manager, you will oversee engineering projects, staff, business development, and day-to-day operations for the branch.

Responsibilities

• Manage multidisciplinary engineering projects including geotechnical and construction materials projects.
• Assemble project teams and provide leadership throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Oversee project financials, resource allocation, schedules, and deliverables.
• Ensure quality control, safety standards, and engineering best practices are maintained.
• Perform technical review of engineering designs, drawings, plans, and specifications.
• Pursue new business opportunities through networking, proposals, and client relationships.
• Manage branch budgets, forecasts, hiring, and staff development.
• Promote company values, positive culture, and high employee engagement.

Required Experience & Skills

• 10+ years of technical and managerial experience.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong business acumen with P&L experience.
• Excellent project management and organizational abilities.
• Committed to safety and engineering excellence.
• Knowledge of local/regional engineering climate preferred.

Required Education & Certifications

• BS in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited college/university with a concentration in geotechnical engineering.

Preferred Education & Certifications

• MS in Civil Engineering with geotechnical emphasis.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Professional Geologist (PG) preferred; If unlicensed, ability to obtain licensure within six months of hire required.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.