Geotechnical Department Manager (PE)

NOVA Engineering is seeking a Geotechnical Engineering Business Unit Manager / Department Manager in Panama City Beach, FL location. The geotechnical manager is responsible for overall management of the group, including planning, growth, profitability, cost control, employee development, quality control, and client relations.  This position includes business development and collections activities. The primary focus of the position is client development, technical execution and project management of work related to Geotechnical Engineering services, both office and field activities, during the planning, design, and construction phases of projects. 

Responsibilities will include: 

• Oversee all geotechnical department operations including planning, personnel, administration, scheduling, direction of projects, field and lab activities, and business development
• Supervise engineering staff and oversee production flow
• Increase profitability, client relations, effective planning, growth, cost control, employee development and quality control.
• Preparing and executing reports and other client correspondence
• Sales and marketing efforts to develop new business and growth of the company
• Preparation of proposals and contract documents 
• Assistance to other NOVA team members to promote the overall objectives of the company.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering (or related) 
• 6+ years of geotechnical engineering experience with a proven ability to train, mentor, supervise, identify, hire, and terminate employees. 
• Florida Professional Engineer (P.E.) license is required
• The candidate must be computer literate and possess management and financial skills. 

Check out our Perks:

In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy the below benefits:

• Relocation Assistance is provided
• Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental and vision
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Certification reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Company–observed paid holidays
• Company paid life insurance for employee, spouse and children
• Company paid short term disability coverage
• Other supplemental benefit offerings including long-term disability, critical illness, accident and identity theft protection
• 401K retirement with company matching of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions 
• Wellness program with incentives
• Employee Assistance Program

NOVA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. NOVA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.