Job Description
Terracon is growing and seeks a Department Manager to join the Geotechnical services team in our St. Louis, Missouri office!

As a leader you will manage and supervise a geotechnical department of staff dedicated to support projects in the greater St. Louis areaand surrounding counties. Projects include major freeways, interchanges, bridges, parkways, and commercial construction. These are high-profile projects that get recognition throughout our nationwide company!

Your role involves overseeing all projects, ensuring compliance with client requirements and company policies. This includes adhering to standards, safety protocols, and preparing cost estimates. You will be responsible for business development, including identifying project opportunities and maintaining client relationships to support company growth and success.

If you are ready to take on a new challenge, contribute your expertise, and embark on a rewarding journey then come Explore with Us at Terracon!


Essential Roles and Responsibilities:Responsible for preparation of proposals and cost estimatesPerform business and client development activitiesDevelop and manage employee staffing plans, recruitment, selection and on-boardingWith support from the Office Manager, prepare and execute annual business plan for the departmentOversee and manage the success of the key department metrics of revenue growth, staff chargeability, project billing and collections, and project profitabilityDevelop an understanding and awareness of project-related risk; be familiar with what could go wrong on a project and how to protect the Company; be familiar with company risk policiesLead safety efforts for team and ensure team follows safety rules and guidelines; responsible for creating and modeling a safe work environment; demonstrates safety practices; promote pre-task planning for all projects.Promote continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects; monitor quality standards and practices; engage APRs on projects at their onset
Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or Geology. MS in Geotechnical is preferredMinimum of 8 years’ practice experiencePrevious supervisory experienceValid driver’s license with acceptable violation history
Required Certification:Professional Engineer, licensed in Missouri, (or able to obtain through reciprocity)
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.