Geotechnical Branch Leader | Growth & Client Impact

ECS Southwest, LLP; West Valley City (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Southwest, LLP in West Valley City, Utah seeks an Engineering Branch Manager who thrives on strategic thinking and mentoring teams while delivering client-focused solutions.

You will lead multidisciplinary projects, manage budgets, grow the business, and uphold safety and quality standards, with opportunities for career advancement within ECS.

Join a growth-focused team that values engineering excellence and strong client partnerships, with a pathway to leadership across multiple disciplines.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Business acumen

Project management

Safety & quality

Client relationships

Mentoring

Education

BS in Civil Engineering (ABET-accredited)

MS in Civil Engineering (geotechnical)

PE or PG licensure preferred

Job description

ECS Southwest, LLP in West Valley City, Utah seeks an Engineering Branch Manager who thrives on strategic thinking and mentoring teams while delivering client-focused solutions.

You will lead multidisciplinary projects, manage budgets, grow the business, and uphold safety and quality standards, with opportunities for career advancement within ECS.

Join a growth-focused team that values engineering excellence and strong client partnerships, with a pathway to leadership across multiple disciplines.