Geotechnical Group Manager

ECS Group of Companies; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies is seeking an experienced Group Manager for their Lubbock office. This role entails overseeing various engineering projects, managing branch operations, and ensuring quality standards.

The ideal candidate will bring over 8 years of experience, demonstrating strong leadership, business acumen, and project management skills. An ABET-accredited BS in Civil Engineering is mandatory, with preference for an MS and PE license. ECS values high employee engagement and offers a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in technical and managerial roles.
• Strong leadership, relationship-building, and communication skills.
• P&L experience with a strong business acumen.

Responsibilities

• Manage engineering projects throughout the full lifecycle.
• Oversee financials, resource allocation, and schedules.
• Ensure quality control and adherence to engineering best practices.

Skills

Technical and managerial experience

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Business acumen

Safety commitment

Project management

Education

BS in Civil Engineering (ABET accredited)

MS in Civil Engineering (ABET accredited)

Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)

Job description

ECS Limited is seeking an experienced engineering leader to manage our Lubbock office. As the Group Manager, you will oversee engineering projects, staff, business development, and day-to-day operations for the branch.

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.

Required Experience & Skills

• 8+ 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.

Required Education & Certifications

• BS in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited college/university with a concentration in geotechnical engineering.

Preferred Education & Certifications

• MS in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited college/university with a concentration in geotechnical engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).

ECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.