Geotechnical Group Lead: Projects, People & Growth

ECS Southeast, LLP; St. George (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Limited is seeking a seasoned Group Manager to lead our Baton Rouge office, guiding engineering teams, business development, and daily operations. You will mentor engineers, technicians, and PMs while ensuring client satisfaction and project profitability.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years of technical and managerial experience in geotechnical projects, strong leadership, and a solid grasp of business fundamentals, safety, and quality controls. ABET degree required with geotechnical emphasis.

Qualifications

• BS in Civil Engineering with geotechnical concentration required.
• 8+ years of technical and managerial experience.
• PE license preferred or pursuing licensure.

Responsibilities

• Manage multidisciplinary geotechnical and construction materials projects.
• Assemble project teams and provide leadership through full project lifecycle.
• Oversee project financials, resource allocation, schedules, and deliverables.
• Ensure quality control, safety standards, and engineering best practices.
• Perform technical review of designs, drawings, plans, and specs.
• 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

P&L experience

Project management

Safety focus

Geotechnical knowledge

Education

BS in Civil Engineering (ABET)

MS in Civil Engineering (Geotech)

Professional Engineer (PE)

Job description

ECS Limited is seeking a seasoned Group Manager to lead our Baton Rouge office, guiding engineering teams, business development, and daily operations. You will mentor engineers, technicians, and PMs while ensuring client satisfaction and project profitability.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years of technical and managerial experience in geotechnical projects, strong leadership, and a solid grasp of business fundamentals, safety, and quality controls. ABET degree required with geotechnical emphasis.