Engineering Office Leader & P&L Director

Engineering Consulting Services; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Limited seeks an experienced engineering leader to manage our Roanoke office. The Office Manager is accountable for the branch's performance, strategy, and safety, guiding all departments and satellite offices.

This role drives financial results, staff development, and client relationships, aligning with ECS values. The position requires senior leadership with strong communication, strategic thinking, and business development skills to ensure growth and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 12 years of related experience with a degree or 16 years of related experience without a degree
• High school diploma or GED required
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Geology, or a related field is preferred
• An MS in Engineering or an MBA is preferred
• 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

Responsibilities

• Provides overall leadership and direction for the branch, including all departments, service lines, and satellite offices
• Provides direct supervision, coaching, mentoring, guidance, and accountability for senior leaders
• Leads performance management processes, including goal setting, evaluations, coaching, promotions, improvement plans, and succession planning for the office
• Leads recruiting, onboarding, training, and retention efforts for the office
• Leads a collaborative, high-performance culture that emphasizes accountability, professional growth, and employee engagement
• Develops, builds, and leads an effective organizational structure aligned with workload, growth objectives, and service offerings
• Communicates branch, subsidiary, and corporate initiatives to staff and leads their implementation at the local level
• Serves as the primary ambassador of company values and leadership expectations with the branch
• Oversees branch-wide operational consistency, ensuring adherence to procedures and risk management
• Oversees departments and groups and their ability to properly perform work
• Provides senior technical review and oversight of key deliverables and complex projects
• Ensures quality control, safety practices, and standard-of-care across the branch
• Maintains awareness of industry standards, codes, and best practices
• Supports development and improvement of technical practices and training programs
• Directs leadership to align technical practices and resource utilization across offices
• Supports branch-level standardization and continuous improvement initiatives
• Oversees the office's financial performance, including revenue, profitability, utilization, backlog, overhead control, and KPIs
• Oversees invoicing, contract compliance, change management, and collections
• Performs staffing forecasts and workforce planning
• Ensures compliance with company policies and risk practices
• Owns full responsibility for office P&L
• Develops and executes office budgets and targets
• Monitors financial KPIs and metrics for trends and risks
• Develops, maintains, and grows client relationships
• Oversees office business development efforts
• Reviews and contributes to proposals, scopes of work, and fee strategies
• Represents the firm in professional organizations and events
• Identifies market trends and opportunities for growth
• Serves as the primary client relationship manager for the office
• Develops and models a strong safety culture
• Ensures staff compliance with safety policies and regulatory standards
• Oversees continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, innovation
• Collaborates with other branches to leverage resources and best practices
• Aligns office objectives with subsidiary and company strategies
• Participates in leadership meetings and company initiatives
• Leads branch initiatives and ensures successful implementation
• The expected pay range for this role and location is $120k - $180k/year. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on location and qualifications

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Strategic thinking

Business development

Financial acumen

Safety compliance

Mentoring

Staff development

Project oversight

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field

MS in Engineering or MBA

High school diploma or GED

Job description

ECS Limited seeks an experienced engineering leader to manage our Roanoke office. The Office Manager is accountable for the branch's performance, strategy, and safety, guiding all departments and satellite offices.

This role drives financial results, staff development, and client relationships, aligning with ECS values. The position requires senior leadership with strong communication, strategic thinking, and business development skills to ensure growth and operational excellence.