Structures Department Manager

HNTB Corporation; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

HNTB Corporation in Scott Depot, WV is seeking a senior engineering leader to head a department in design, development and delivery of project tasks. You will manage scope, budget and quality, coordinate priorities, staffing and staff assignments to provide resources on time.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering with 10 years of practical experience including supervisory experience; PE certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 10 years of practical experience including 2 years of supervisory experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification preferred.
• Experience leading multiple teams and managing budgets in complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates project priorities, staffing schedules, and staff assignments to ensure clients are provided the proper resources at the appropriate time.
• Responsible for technical coaching and mentoring and efficient, productive utilization of staff in providing high-quality service.
• Develops, monitors and manages the department's operating budget in support of the group or office operating budget and forecast updates.
• Responsible for the management, growth and professional development of discipline-specific engineering department.
• Coordinates department activities, establishes priorities and assigns staff to projects.
• Ensures staff development, mentoring and training needs are being met.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Project management

Staff supervision

Technical coaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

What We're Looking For At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners. This opportunity entails being responsible for leading a professional or technical discipline department in the design, development and delivery of project tasks while managing scope, budget, and quality control. This position coordinates project priorities, staffing schedules, and staff assignments to ensure clients are provided the proper resources at the appropriate time. Responsible for technical coaching and mentoring and efficient, productive utilization of staff in providing high-quality service.

What You'll Do

• This position coordinates project priorities, staffing schedules, and staff assignments to ensure clients are provided the proper resources at the appropriate time.
• Responsible for technical coaching and mentoring and efficient, productive utilization of staff in providing high-quality service.
• Develops, monitors and manages the department's operating budget in support of the group or office operating budget and forecast updates.
• Responsible for the management, growth and professional development of discipline-specific engineering department.
• Coordinates department activities establishes priorities and assign staff to projects.
• Ensures staff development, mentoring and training needs are being met.
• Collaborates with other departments or groups within the office on work-sharing needs and opportunities.
• Supports the implementation of the firm's strategic plan and HNTB's Sophisticated Sales Approach (SSA) process on project pursuits in the department and office, including development of department-level strategic planning strategies.
• Supports the implementation of the firm's contracting (SCA) process through project delivery and contracting activities including scope, work plan and fee reviews for all contracting activities impacting the department.
• Supports the implementation of the firm's project delivery (SDA) process including Work Planning, Monthly Project Reviews and other project performance methods to ensure quality work, on time, on schedule, to the client's satisfaction.
• Assists in marketing responsibilities, including client discovery, proposal generation, interviews, and win-to-work activities
• Maintains client contacts to ensure client satisfaction.
• Leads and assists in sales and marketing efforts for department's growth.
• Recruits, hires, develops and retains department staff, including development of plan for staff reporting, performance and compensation reviews, and succession.
• Manages assigned project management activities (project scope, schedule, budget and quality management) and performs technical discipline tasks including research, reports, design, specifications and plan preparation.
• Leads multiple teams including the direct and indirect supervision of at least 15 but typically 17-20 or more employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 10 years of practical experience including 2 years of supervisory experience.

What We Prefer

• 12 years practical experience
• 4 years supervisory experience
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification

Visa sponsorship

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Locations

Scott Depot, WV (Charleston)

Equal Opportunity Employer

HNTB is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other status protected by law. We will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability where appropriate.

Work Authorization

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will only employ qualified individuals legally authorized to work in the United States (if the position is or will be one which is subject to U.S. law). Verification of employment eligibility will be required. HNTB participates in E-Verify. Right to Work

Company Culture

When you join HNTB, you are joining an employee-owned firm founded on the values of integrity, collaboration, personal accountability, respect for others, and the development of all employees. We are committed to the continual improvement of an inclusive workplace. We encourage our employees to bring their whole and authentic selves to work, provide them a meaningful welcoming environment where they are valued, celebrated and respected. Diversity of thought and unique perspectives drives innovation, engagement and retention, which makes HNTB better and brings value to our clients and our communities.

Benefits

HNTB Total Rewards