Operations Director, Engineering Consulting

Terracon Consultants, Inc.; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Terracon Consultants, Inc. is seeking an experienced leader to manage and direct activities of an engineering consulting office in Tulsa. You will oversee profitability, supervision, project management, safety, client relations, and business development.

You will develop contracts, review proposals, manage budgets, and ensure manpower and quality standards. The role requires strong leadership across multiple service lines and collaboration with corporate marketing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience; 8+ years' practice experience; 12 years' related experience if no degree.
• Experience in Materials and Geotechnical Testing preferred.
• Valid driver's license with clean or acceptable violation history.

Responsibilities

• Oversee medium sized office supporting multiple service lines with aggregate booked labor revenues typically between $5-10 million.
• Supervise projects within the technical disciplines practiced by the organization, usually within the same office.
• Review contracts and proposals prepared by office personnel.
• Evaluate workloads in the office and oversee recruitment, performance management, and salary administration.
• Coordinate with corporate marketing to maintain client contacts for future development of new business.
• Supervise preparation of proposals and coordinate with marketing and firm technical experts as needed.
• Direct the execution of the office's business development efforts.
• Develop and execute annual office business plan.
• Prepare annual and financial budgets and operate the office within approved budgets.
• Monitor job status reports and coordinate with department managers.
• Report to Director, Regional Operations on progress and needs.
• Assist Department Managers in staffing decisions to secure qualified personnel.
• Advance the strategic plan and grow the office accordingly.
• Manage risk related to projects; ensure contracts are signed and executed; enforce risk policies.
• Communicate safety initiatives and ensure compliance with rules and guidelines.
• Promote quality monitoring and ensure adherence to best practices and quality standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Project management

Client relations

Risk management

Contract review

Team supervision

Strategic planning

Communication

Quality control

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 8+ years' experience

Job description

Terracon Consultants, Inc. is seeking an experienced leader to manage and direct activities of an engineering consulting office in Tulsa. You will oversee profitability, supervision, project management, safety, client relations, and business development.

You will develop contracts, review proposals, manage budgets, and ensure manpower and quality standards. The role requires strong leadership across multiple service lines and collaboration with corporate marketing.