Geotechnical Department Lead: Growth, Safety & Delivery

Terracon Consultants, Inc.; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon seeks a Senior Project Manager to supervise multiple projects within the department, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to client requirements and Terracon standards.

The role includes guiding proposals, cost estimates, staffing plans, and annual business planning with the Office Manager, while focusing on safety, quality, and profitable project execution. Strong leadership and risk management are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science or Geology with 5 years’ practice experience or 9 years’ related experience in lieu of a degree.
• Master’s degree or PhD preferred.
• A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee preparation of proposals and cost estimates.
• With support from the Office Manager, perform business and client development activities.
• With support from the Office Manager, develop and manage employee staffing plans, recruitment, selection and on-boarding.
• With support from the Office Manager, prepare and execute annual business plan for the department.
• With support from the Office Manager, oversee and manage revenue growth, staff chargeability, project billing and collections, and project profitability.
• Develop understanding of project risk and how to protect the company.
• Lead safety efforts for the team and promote a safe work environment; encourage pre-task planning.
• Ensure continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects and proposals.
• Deliver consistent quality standards on project and proposal delivery.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Environmental Science or Geology

Master’s degree or PhD preferred

Job description

Terracon seeks a Senior Project Manager to supervise multiple projects within the department, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to client requirements and Terracon standards.

The role includes guiding proposals, cost estimates, staffing plans, and annual business planning with the Office Manager, while focusing on safety, quality, and profitable project execution. Strong leadership and risk management are essential.