Geotechnical Group Manager — Lead Projects & Growth

ECS Group of Companies; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ECS Group of Companies in Baton Rouge seeks an experienced engineering leader to manage our Baton Rouge office. As the Group Manager, you will oversee engineering projects, staff, business development, and day-to-day operations for the branch.

You will lead multidisciplinary geotechnical and construction materials projects, build project teams, manage budgets and schedules, and drive safety and quality across the organization.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of technical and managerial experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent project management and organizational abilities.
• Committed to safety and engineering excellence.
• Knowledge of local/regional engineering climate.

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

Relationship-building

Project management

Safety focus

Business acumen

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

MS in Civil Engineering

PE license

Job description

ECS Group of Companies in Baton Rouge seeks an experienced engineering leader to manage our Baton Rouge office. As the Group Manager, you will oversee engineering projects, staff, business development, and day-to-day operations for the branch.

You will lead multidisciplinary geotechnical and construction materials projects, build project teams, manage budgets and schedules, and drive safety and quality across the organization.