**Must be a US Citizen of Valid Green Card Holder**
**No Third-Party or C2C Firms**
MUST HAVE AN ENGINEERING DEGREE.
This is an onsite, permanent placement position. Must live near Houston or San Antonio, TX.
This position has responsibility for the management of a large team or functional area typically consisting of both experienced professionals and subordinate managers for a segment of corporate services, operations, technical practice, or client development. Focuses on functional and/or operational plans with a short to mid-term focus for area of influence. Manages experienced professionals who exercise latitude and independence in assignments. Directs and appraises the work of subordinates; helps to resolve issues; participates in the hiring and selection process; and ensures appropriate training and resources are provided. Operates with a high degree of autonomy and makes decisions that impact functional area for situations that have a prior precedent. Interprets policies (e.g., fiscal management, HR, contracts, resource management in defined areas) and demonstrates solid subject matter knowledge.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive department / business unit strategy that aligns with the company's goals and objectives.
- Ensure communication and engagement of strategic direction and goals with key groups.
- Develop and manage relationships with key stakeholders for department / business unit.
- Manage a team of professionals.
- Provide regular reports and updates on the effectiveness of department / business unit efforts.
- Accountable for the overall performance of the office’s operational, client and technical goals, for personnel that report in through the Engineering and Testing and Drilling divisions.
- Accountable for decision making regarding items that apply to all personnel within the office you are leading (e.g. facilities, office engagement, local marketing, etc.).
- Continually monitors financial performance of the office and business unit by analyzing current and future Unit activities, costs, efficiency of operations, etc. and provides feedback to management on a regular basis.
- Objectively evaluating employee performance and establishing and clarifying goals for staff. These goals must contain components of improving or enhancing technical or project management skills, and client service skill development.
- Responsible for managing the appropriate personnel mix to achieve your office goals (recruiting, hiring, firing).
- Works with employees at all levels and, in particular other Unit managers/leaders and marketing staff, to set direction for client-related pursuits and marketing goals.
- Directs client contracting in the office with respect to the Client’s Authority Grant Policy.
- Monitors individual employee project management skills specifically as they relate to financial performance of projects and client retention.
- Encourages and supports a work environment that allows for cross-functional, multi-discipline work teams in the interest of being the employer of choice and the consultant of choice.
REQUIRED SKILLS/COMPETENCIES
- Collaborative and engaging with leadership partners to meet business needs.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Proven ability to lead small or large groups effectively through a service/servant leadership style.
- High customer service orientation.
- Ability to work in a dynamic work environment with changing priorities.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Strong technical aptitude.
- Collaborative and highly engaged.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required.
- Texas PE preferred.
Experience and/or Training:
- Five years of progressive related professional experience, including at least three years of leadership experience
- Licenses/Certificates Driver’s license
- Technology/Equipment- Microsoft Office
