Transportation Group Leader

ECS Group of Companies; Richmond (VA); Sur place; USD 165 000 - 175 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Group Leader at ECS Group of Companies is responsible for leading and growing our power and energy service lines, 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.

As a senior technical leader and business developer, you will maintain a positive customer service attitude and uphold ECS Core Values while directing staffing, budgets, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management, Materials Science Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or Geology.
• Professional Engineer license may be required in work states.
• 10 years of geotechnical engineering consultancy/designer experience.
• Promotion to ECS Associate Principal or Principal within 6 months of hire.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; strong leadership and decision-making.
• Advanced project management, consulting, and business development skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsabilités

• Develops and implements strategic plans for the focused service line or sector.
• Drives growth by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.
• Builds and maintains relationships with contractors, clients, and industry partners.
• Leads and develops a team of engineers and technical professionals.
• Oversees project delivery including design, calculations, and reporting.
• Reviews and approves project deliverables such as plans and analyses.
• Evaluates submittals and testing documentation for compliance.
• Ensures high-quality technical execution across projects.
• Manages staffing, workload, and team performance.
• Oversees day-to-day operations and adheres to QMS and standards.
• Supports project work during service line development.
• Prepares and reviews proposals, budgets, and project financials.

Connaissances

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Business development

Geotechnical knowledge

Budgeting/financial

Multi-priority management

Formation

Bachelor of Science in Civil/Geotechnical fields

Description du poste

The Group Leader is responsible for leading and growing our power and energy service lines, 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.

Responsibilities

• 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

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

The following US Military ranks will qualify for this position IF they also meet the education, certification, and licenses requirements from the above section titled "Required Qualifications":

• 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.

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. To learn more, click here.