Group Manager - Site Investigation / Remediation

Terracon Consultants, Inc.
life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, South Carolina, Columbia
521 Clemson Rd (Show on map)
May 21, 2025
Job Description Come to Terracon and discover what great looks like. At Terracon, you'll collaborate with exceptional professionals on impactful environmental projects that shape and protect the communities where we live and work. We are currently seeking a Group Manager to lead our Environmental Site Investigation and Remediation team in Columbia, SC. In this role, you will oversee a variety of environmental projects-from Phase I and II Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) to complex subsurface investigations and remediation strategies. You'll guide a team of skilled scientists and engineers who utilize advanced field technologies such as mobile Geoprobes, vapor analyzers, and geophysical instrumentation to deliver high-quality, data-driven solutions Essential Roles and Responsibilities: Responsible for preparation of proposals and cost estimates. With support from the Department/Office manager perform business and client development activities. With support from the Department/Office Manager develop and manage employee staffing plans, recruitment, selection and on-boarding. With support from the Department/Office Manager prepare and execute annual business plan for the specialty service group. With support from the Department/Office Manager oversee and manage the success of the key group metrics of revenue growth, staff chargeability, project billing and collections, and project profitability. Develop understanding and be aware 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 policies. Lead 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. Provide and lead continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects. Monitor and promote quality standards and practices. Provide consistent quality standards on project and proposal delivery. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science or Geology and a minimum of 5 years' related experience. Working knowledge and experience with Federal and State Brownfield Programs, and the SCDES SUPERB Program Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history. Professional Engineer (PE), Professional Geologist (PG) or similar professional registration/certification relevant to the type of services and projects being managed in South Carolina Preferred: Professional Engineer (PE), Professional Geologist (PG) or similar professional registration/certification relevant to the type of services and projects being managed in Georgia #LI-HL1 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.