Description
The Geotechnical Department Manager will lead and oversee a multidisciplinary team responsible for executing geotechnical projects across industrial, commercial, and residential sectors. This leadership role involves managing departmental operations, fostering collaboration, and driving professional development while ensuring project excellence and client satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
Define long-term departmental goals and business strategies.
Manage capital budgets and contribute to broader organizational financial planning.
Support company-wide strategic initiatives and growth efforts.
Partner with Business Development to implement annual growth plans.
Network to enhance the department's visibility and reputation.
Lead proposal development, project scoping, scheduling, and resource planning.
Monitor team productivity and chargeability targets.
Align staff with company and departmental objectives.
Oversee daily operations, quality assurance, and team meetings.
Coordinate with architects, civil and structural engineers, and technical staff to ensure successful project delivery.
Develop and enforce departmental policies and procedures.
Ensure adherence to QA/QC standards and regulatory compliance.
Promote best practices to improve efficiency and quality.
Work with IT and HR to address technology needs and staffing matters.
Coordinate with other department leaders to optimize resources and scheduling.
Approve departmental expenses and invoices.
Manage project budgets, monitor profitability, and oversee billing and collections.
Identify opportunities for additional revenue.
Cultivate a positive and professional work environment.
Mentor and support staff in their career growth and development.
Consult with clients on site requirements and geotechnical design.
Maintain communication throughout project lifecycles.
Review contracts, manage change orders, and oversee project scope.
Additional Duties:
Lead special initiatives aligned with departmental or corporate goals.
Perform other tasks as needed to support organizational objectives.
Additional Skills & Qualifications:
Education & Licensure:
Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent.
Michigan Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or eligibility to obtain.
Experience & Skills:
Minimum of 10 years in civil engineering with progressive responsibility.
Proficiency in geotechnical software and Microsoft Office.
Familiarity with Michigan codes, standards, and regulations for site development.
Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
Proven success in mentoring, project delivery, and client satisfaction.
Excellent communication and financial management skills.
Skilled in conflict resolution and team motivation.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Auburn Hills, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $48.00 - $55.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Auburn Hills,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Dec 5, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
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