Engineering Branch Manager

ECS Group of Companies; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies is seeking an experienced Engineering Branch Manager for its Knoxville office. In this role, you will oversee multidisciplinary engineering projects, manage day-to-day operations, and ensure project quality and safety standards are maintained.

The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of engineering experience, a BS in Civil Engineering, and strong leadership skills. You will be instrumental in business development, staff management, and maintaining a positive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of technical and managerial experience.
• Strong business acumen with P&L experience.
• Committed to safety and engineering excellence.

Responsibilities

• Manage multidisciplinary engineering projects including geotechnical and construction materials.
• Assemble project teams and provide leadership throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee project financials, resource allocation, schedules, and deliverables.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project Management

Business Acumen

Organizational Abilities

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

MS in Civil Engineering

Job description

ECS Limited is seeking an experienced engineering leader to manage our Knoxville 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.