Geotechnical Branch Manager

Braun Intertec Corporation; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

Braun Intertec Corporation in Des Moines, IA, is seeking a Geotechnical Branch Manager to lead our Urbandale team and drive the office’s performance across operations, client service, and technical delivery.

You will oversee Engineering, Testing and Drilling staff, manage budgets, recruit talent, and set strategic direction with senior leadership to grow client relationships and project success in the Midwest region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; or ten+ years related experience.
• Experience leading geotechnical/engineering teams is preferred.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and client relations.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for office performance across operations, client and technical goals.
• Oversee personnel across Engineering, Testing and Drilling divisions.
• Monitor financial performance and provide management feedback.
• Lead recruitment and staff development.
• Collaborate with marketing to pursue client opportunities.
• Direct client contracting per Authority Grant Policy.

Skills

Financial analysis

Client relations

Team leadership

Strategic planning

Policy compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

## Geotechnical Branch ManagerApply: Des Moines, IA: Full time: Posted Today: R4940Braun Intertec is seeking a Branch Manager to join our Urbandale team!Braun Intertec is a 100% employee-owned award-winning consulting firm offering geotechnical, environmental and testing solutions in the private and public sectors. Founded in 1957, the firm now has over 30 offices located across the Midwest and Texas. We are committed to providing a challenging and rewarding environment that encourages employees to make full use of their knowledge, skills and abilities.**Responsibilities:*** Accountable for the overall performance of the office’s operational, client and technical goals, for personnel that report in through the Engineering, Testing and Drilling divisions.* Accountable for decision making regarding items that apply to all personnel within the office you are leading (e.g. facilities, office engagement, local marketing, etc.).* Continually monitors financial performance of the office and business unit by analyzing current and future Unit activities, costs, efficiency of operations, etc. and provides feedback to management on a regular basis.* Objectively evaluating employee performance and establishing goals for staff that contain components of improving or enhancing technical or project management skills, and client service skill development.* Responsible for managing the appropriate personnel mix to achieve your office goals (recruiting, hiring, firing).* Works with employees at all levels and, in particular, other Unit managers/leaders and marketing staff, to set direction for client-related pursuits and marketing goals.* Directs client contracting in the office with respect to the Braun Intertec’s Authority Grant Policy.* Monitors individual employee project management skills specifically as they relate to financial performance of projects and client retention.* Encourages and supports a work environment that allows for cross-functional, multi-discipline work teams in the interest of being the employer of choice and the consultant of choice.**Required Skills:*** Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common financial reports and legal documents.* Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the Business community.* Proven ability to manage success and conflict amongst teams and individual personnel, with the intent of supporting Braun Intertec’s best interests.* Understanding Braun Intertec’s internal systems and practices, and ability to train, manage and adhere to them.* Proven ability to lead small or large groups effectively through a service/servant leadership style.* Ability to lead by example through Braun Intertec’s core values: Safety, Service, Opportunity, Ownership, and Recognition.**Required Experience:*** Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; or ten+ years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.#LI-MB1Compensation Range:$96,000.00 - $144,000.00*As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.**Braun Intertec strives to ensure that its careers web site is accessible to all. If you need assistance completing your online application, please email [e-mail].**As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Braun Intertec is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please e-mail us at [e-mail]. In your e-mail, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.*