Terracon

Construction Materials & Special Inspections Department Manager II

Terracon  •  Lynnwood, WA (Onsite)  •  22 days ago
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Job Description

General Responsibilities:
Tomorrow is coming faster than ever, and the Seattle Terracon Team of more than 100 employee-owners is preparing for the future by partnering with our clients, providing innovative, technology-based solutions along with a nationwide network of resources to help our clients and our employees reach their goals. Take the opportunity to join an employee-owned company and be a part of one of the most extensive and dynamic Construction Materials Testing and Special Inspection teams in Seattle.

Our Lynnwood office is growing and seeking a Department Manager to lead our well-established Construction Materials Testing and Special Inspections services team. This position provides opportunities to work on high-profile construction, transportation, power generation and transmission, high-rises, stadiums, infrastructure, and other projects. Our presence in the Seattle market started in 1984, and we have a long-standing tradition of serving our community and clients with solutions for the natural and built environment.

As Department Manager, you will lead a team of over 30 professionals, including Project Managers, Special Inspectors, Technicians, a Lab Manager, and Laboratory personnel. You will also be part of a high functioning leadership team that guides over 100 professionals in construction materials testing and special inspections, geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and environmental planning services.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

Lead the team. Ensure project managers and staff perform quality work and complete projects on time, within budget, and in accordance with the client’s requirements and our company policies, procedures, and standards. Provide oversite and mentoring with the team on preparation of proposals and cost estimates to clients to ensure proper scoping of services, staff availability, and pricing. Supervise the daily operations of the department including safety of our team above all else, staff career development (i.e., training, mentoring, and performance review), utilization of equipment and facilities, quality of services and work product, timely delivery of services and deliverables, and adherence to policies and procedures. Work with the department leaders on business development activities to identify, develop, win, and execute project opportunities and build and maintain client relationships.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Lead safety efforts for team and ensure team follows safety rules and guidelines. Responsible for creating and modeling a safe work environment; demonstrates safety practices.
  • Responsible for completing and overseeing preparation of proposals and cost estimates with varying degrees of complexity.
  • Plan for and execute the recruitment, selection, training, mentoring, and development of all employees in the department.
  • Work with the office and department leadership teams to prepare and execute the department annual business plan.
  • Oversee and manage the success of the key department metrics of revenue growth, staff chargeability, project billing and collections, and project profitability.
  • Understand and manage project-related risks. Be familiar with what could go wrong on a project and how to mitigate risks. Be familiar with company risk policies.
  • Promote continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects. Monitor quality standards and practices. Engage other professionals in the organization on complex projects at their onset to ensure project quality is delivered.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Geology plus 8 years’ practice experience. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 12 years’ related experience.

  • Previous supervisory experience.
  • A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required.
  • Certification or licensure in field of expertise (PE preferred).
Terracon

About Terracon

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned consulting engineering firm providing quality services to clients. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services.

Terracon has achieved significant expansion through both internal growth and acquisitions. Terracon currently has more than 8,000 employees in more than 200 locations nationwide. Additionally, we partner with our U.S. clients to serve their international needs. Terracon’s growth is due to dedicated employees who are responsive to clients, provide quality services, and take advantage of opportunities in the marketplace.

Terracon provides services on thousands of projects each year. Our culture, systems, and structure enable us to excel at both small and large projects. By combining our national resources with specific local area expertise, we consistently overcome obstacles and deliver the results our clients expect.

Terracon serves a diverse portfolio of private and public clients. By being responsive, resourceful, and reliable, we strive to exceed our clients’ expectations for service, solutions, quality, and speed of delivery. Based on a deep understanding of our clients’ needs, our commitment is centered around these key objectives.

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Industry
Construction & Skilled Trades
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Olathe, Kansas
Year Founded
1965
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