26574BR

　　Service Line:

　　Materials

　　Office Name:

　　Denver

　　Job Description:

　　Looking to exercise your leadership abilities with an established team of employee-owners in Colorado’s most desirable market? Our Denver office is continually growing and seeking a Department Manager to lead our comprehensive team of over 20 Project Managers, Special Inspectors and Technicians. This team oversees high-profile projects in transportation, power generation & transmission, infrastructure, and vertical construction.

　　Here at Terracon, we partner with our clients to provide innovative, technology-based solutions alongside a nationwide network of experts to help them reach their goals. Working with us, you will have the best of both worlds: the reputation and resources of a company that has successfully served clients in the Denver Metro since the 1990’s backed by an exciting, change-oriented culture.

　　As a Department Manager, you will collaborate with a fantastic and high-functioning leadership team that guides our office of 100+ professionals across materials testing, geotechnical, environmental, and facilities services in employee mentorship, market strategy, and client development. Together, we can be best at people – and that includes our clients, our fellow employee-owners, and ourselves!

　　General 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.

　　Prepares and oversees the preparation of complex proposals and cost estimates.

　　Prepares and participates in client and proposal related presentations.

　　Directs the short-range business development activities of all department personnel to ensure that adequate fees are available to support the manpower on the payroll.

　　Plan for and execute the recruitment, selection, training, mentoring, and development of all employees in the department.

　　Prepare 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 technical discipline practiced by the Firm including Engineering, Environmental Science or Geology and 10 years’ practice experience. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 14 years’ related experience.

　　Master’s degree or PhD preferred.

　　Previous supervisory experience required, and previous managerial experience preferred.

　　Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.

　　Preferred Certification:

　　Certification or licensure in field of expertise (PE preferred)._Terracon’s Total Rewards program is an important way we create an engaging workplace for you, define and acknowledge success and give you ways to explore new avenues for your career.  Our Total Rewards includes compensation, benefits (including employee ownership), recognition and training & development. Terracon considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, work location, education/ training, key skills as well as market and business considerations when extending an offer.   _

　　Terracon anticipates paying $125,000 to $150,000 within the salary range for this position.

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　　Exemption:

　　Exempt

　　Requisition ID:

　　26574BR

　　Posting Title:

　　Construction Materials Department Manager

　　Employment Type:

　　Regular, Full Time

　　City, State (Office Location):

　　Wheat Ridge, CO

　　About Terracon:

　　Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 locations nationwide. Since 1965, Terracon has evolved into a successful multi-discipline firm specializing in environmental, facilities, geotechnical, and materials services. Terracon’s growth is due to our talented employee-owners exceeding expectations in client service and growing their careers with new and exciting opportunities in the marketplace.

　　Terracon’s vision of “Together, we are best at people” is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

　　EEO Statement:

　　Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.

　　Job Category:

　　Operations Management