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Operations Manager I

Terracon Consultants, Inc.
life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Alabama, Birmingham
110 12th St N (Show on map)
Apr 18, 2025
Job Description Are you a passionate leader ready to take charge of a thriving office? Want to lead an office dedicated to being the "best at people" with innovative ideas and dominant in local market segments? Terracon is seeking an Operations Manager in our Birmingham, AL office. You will lead a team of professionals focused on being inclusive, diverse, caring, and high performing in a rapidly growing and profitable office. Terracon continues to grow and is committed to building strong foundations in our local communities while striving for the safety and well-being of our employees and the clients we serve! Our office in Birmingham is currently seeking an experienced Engineer, Construction Manager or Geologist to lead our team as the Operations Manager. You will be leading a team of professionals that is focused on being inclusive, diverse, caring, and highly performing, in a profitable office poised for growth. You will provide leadership and manage the direct/support activities (administrative and technical) of an engineering consulting office. This includes profit/loss management, employee supervision, project management, quality control, health and safety oversight, client development activities, and new business development. Responsible for general leasehold improvements, project and office equipment, and proper oversight and utilization of all personnel. The position will be responsible for leading our team of professionals and growing our business for our Environmental, Geotechnical, and Materials Testing service lines. This location is part of the Gulf Coast West Region, and this role will also be responsible for collaborating with other team members across the region and beyond as you lead your local business. Come Explore with us today and build the foundation of our future! Essential Roles and Responsibilities: Oversee and develop a mid-sized office supporting multiple technical departments consisting of geotechnical, environmental, construction materials testing, and administrative staff with an office size of over 50 employee-owners and growing. Implement Terracon's Vision and Strategic Plan locally. In conjunction with appropriate technical experts and management within the Company, assign office manpower to special technical projects to ensure the best accomplishment and utilization of staff. Develop and execute annual office business plan with a growth mindset. Responsible for the profitability of the office. Assist Department Managers in determining their staffing needs in the office. Apprise Office Leadership of progress, including business development, project schedules, employee management, financial results, and equipment/facility/organizational needs. Responsible for leading and directing the office's Business Development efforts. This includes overseeing and/or coordinating pursuits and large proposals in all service lines. Develop an understanding and be aware of project-related risks. Be familiar with what could go wrong on a project and how to protect the Company. Be familiar with company risk policies. Promote continuous innovation and adoption of processes and ideas that produce long term growth opportunities for the firm. Lead the way in mentoring employees and ensure that Birmingham's supervisors do the same. Safety Leadership of the office by ensuring that Terracon's IIF Safety Culture is strong by communicating safety initiatives, rules, and guidelines for the office. Be accountable for the implementation, development, and growth of Terracon's IIF Culture locally. Promote continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects. Ensure best practices are followed and hold Managers accountable for quality control standards. Requirements: * Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, geology or related degree * 10+ years of experience in a service the firm provides such as Geotechnical, Environmental, or Materials Testing practice. * Prior people management with P/L experience required. * Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history. Preferred Certification: * Professional Engineering License (P.E.) or Professional Geologist license (P.G.) or related licensure preferred. 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.