Transportation Group Leader

ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC; Chantilly (VA); Sur place; USD 165 000 - 175 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The ECS Group of Companies, a leading engineering consultant, seeks a Group Leader to drive the geotechnical service line in the Chantilly, VA area. You will shape strategy, lead technical delivery, and manage client engagements while guiding a team of engineers and professionals.

Responsibilities include project oversight, design reviews, budgeting, and business development to expand revenue and service offerings; strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• BS in a multi-disciplined engineering field; broad geotechnical specialty preferred.
• 10 years of related experience as an engineering consultant/designer in geotechnical.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Advanced project management, technical consulting, and business development skills.

Responsabilités

• Lead and grow the power and energy service line including strategic planning and delivery.
• Oversee project execution, including technical design, calculations, and reporting.
• Manage staffing, workload distribution, and team performance across projects.
• Develop proposals, budgets, and project financials; ensure quality execution.

Connaissances

Leadership

Project management

Business development

Geotechnical knowledge

Communication skills

Formation

BS in Civil/Construction/Materials/Architectural Eng or Geology

Description du poste

Responsibilities

The Group Leader is responsible for leading and growing our power and energy service line, including strategic planning, technical delivery, and operational performance. This role oversees project execution, team development, and client engagement while driving revenue growth and service expansion. The Group Leader serves as a senior technical leader and business developer while maintaining a positive customer service attitude and demonstrating ECS Core Values.

• Develops and implements strategic business plans for the focused service line or sector
• Drives growth by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities
• Builds and maintains strong relationships with contractors, clients, and industry partners
• Leads and develops a team of engineers and technical professionals
• Oversees project delivery, including technical design, calculations, and reporting
• Reviews and approves project deliverables, including plans, specifications, and engineering analyses
• Evaluates contractor submittals, including materials, procedures, and testing documentation
• Ensures high-quality technical execution across all projects
• Manages staffing, workload distribution, and team performance
• Oversees day-to-day operations of the service line or sector
• Ensures compliance with Quality Management Systems (QMS) and company standards
• Supports project work as needed during service line or sector development
• Prepares and reviews proposals, budgets, and project financials
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in any of the multi-disciplined Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Architectural Engineering, and Geology
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) or other license may be required in each of the state(s) in which you work
• If driving for, or on behalf of, any ECS subsidiary, a valid driver's license is required
• 10 years of related experience as an engineering consultant/designer in the Geotechnical industry
  • Capable of meeting the promotion requirements of an ECS Associate Principal or Principal within 6 months of hire date
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Advanced project management, technical consulting, and business development skills
• Expert knowledge of geotechnical principles and applications
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills
• Ability to build and lead high-performing teams
• Strong understanding of consulting operations, budgeting, and financial performance
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced consulting environment

Military Requirements

• E-6/E-7/O-2/O-3

The expected pay range for this role and location is $165k - $175k/year. The final agreed-upon compensation will be determined based on specific location and other individual qualifications.

About Us

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 building science + infrastructure consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,200 employees in 125 offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #144 in Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2026) and #38 in Zweig Group's Hot Firm List (June 2026). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.