Engineering Group Manager

ECS Group of Companies; West Valley City (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Annual performance bonuses

Collaborative work culture

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in the United States is seeking an experienced Engineering Branch Manager to manage its Salt Lake City office. This role involves overseeing engineering projects, staff management, business development, and daily operations. Candidates should possess a Professional Engineer license, hold a degree in Civil or Geotechnical Engineering, and have at least 10 years of relevant experience. The firm promotes employee growth and offers a collaborative, results-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Professional Engineer license in Utah or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Need at least 10 years of technical and managerial experience in a similar role.
• Strong marketing and business development abilities with regional client contacts required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee engineering projects, staff, and operations for the Salt Lake City branch.
• Lead business development efforts to drive revenue growth.
• Manage, train, and mentor employees of all levels.

Skills

Business Development

Leadership

Team Building

P&L Responsibility

Education

Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in Utah

BS or MS in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering

Job description

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

Key Responsibilities

• Business Development and Market Expansion - Leverage local industry contacts and knowledge of Salt Lake City and surrounding areas to drive revenue growth of our current portfolio and lead new growth through prime contract awards and teaming agreements statewide.
• Lead marketing initiatives and represent ECS in regional industry events
• Responsible for full P&L of the operation, including all service lines, their managers, and staff
• Oversee Geotechnical, CMT, and related projects as we continue to build our brand in the area
• Generate geotechnical reports, analysis, and final reviews as needed during the growth phase
• Manage, train, and mentor employees of all levels
• Lead financial oversight, resource allocation, and strategic planning
• Be a self-starter with a strong 'roll-up-your-sleeves' mentality, leading by example and building a cohesive team

We are an employee-owned engineering firm committed to technical excellence, employee growth, and delivering value-driven solutions to our clients. With an ESOP structure, annual performance bonuses, and a non-bureaucratic culture, we offer a collaborative environment that rewards initiative and results.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license in the State of Utah or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
• BS or MS in Civil Engineering or Geotechnical Engineering from an ABET-accredited college/university
• Minimum of 10 years of technical and managerial experience in a similar role
• Strong marketing and business development abilities with regional client contacts
• Proven successful P&L responsibilityStrong leadership and decision-making skills
• Team player and coach mentality who embraces team building

Apply Today

This is a rare opportunity to lead, shape, and grow a strategic office in a high-demand market. If you bring the technical expertise, leadership ability, and market vision, we invite you to apply.

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #66 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2025), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.