What are the responsibilities and job description for the Geotechnical Department Manager position at Intertek?
Geotechnical Engineering Department Manager – East Lansing, MI
Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world’s top-recognized brands and companies, is actively seeking a Geotechnical Engineering Department Manager to join our Professional Services Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) team in East Lansing, MI . This is a fantastic opportunity to grow a versatile career in the architectural, engineering, and construction (A/E/C) industry.
Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is a leading US based provider of construction assurance, testing and inspection in civil and commercial construction. Our broad service offering includes construction materials testing, geotechnical services, environmental engineering, industrial hygiene, and specialty testing.
What are we looking for?
The Geotechnical Engineering Department Manager is responsible for the overall management of a profit center including: planning growth, profitability, cost control, employee development, quality control and client relations within Geotechnical Department.
Salary & Benefits Information
In addition to competitive compensation packages, when working with Intertek you can expect benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more.
What you’ll do:
- Conduct client management, develop business and penetrate market segments through services
- Lead employees to achieve optimal quality, safety and productivity
- Provide training and guidance to employees related to their job duties
- Enforce company policies and procedures
- Manage recruitment, hiring and onboarding process for geotechnical department
- Monitor progress toward Geotechnical department goals
- Perform project management related duties, including preparing and reviewing geotechnical reports
- Develop and foster strong client relationships by attending industry events, communicating effectively with client and project teams and attend client meetings
- Perform a variety of assignments that include independent evaluations using standard techniques, procedures and criteria, using engineering judgment to make minor adoptions and modifications during the course of work
- Make decisions and recommendations in reference to test report results, project field circumstances and inspections
- Assigns work /tasks to staff as applicable
- May perform on-site observations
This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties.
Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from accredited engineering/ABET school
- 5 years’ experience in geotechnical consulting and management
- 2 years’ experience in managing drilling, laboratory and engineering scope
- EIT
- Ability to work off shift and overtime as necessary
Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Geotechnical Engineering
- PE or GE License
Intertek: Total Quality. Assured.
Intertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.
Intertek is a drug-free workplace. For certain safety-sensitive roles, a pre-employment drug screen will be required. Based on local law and legislation, marijuana may be included in that screening.
We Value Diversity
Intertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.eeo@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.
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