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Employbridge is proud to partner with a leading national consulting firm in the search for an experienced Director of Engineering (Geotechnical) to join their Richmond office.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven leader to oversee all aspects of geotechnical engineering operations. The ideal candidate will bring extensive geotechnical design experience, coupled with a proven ability to lead, manage, and mentor a team of engineering professionals.

Why Join This Firm?

• 100% Employee-Owned
• Stock Options
• Immediate Upward Mobility
• Project Diversification
• $200k+ Earning Potential
• 175+ Locations Nationwide
• Competitive Base Salary + Lucrative Bonus Structure
• Aggressive Retirement Plans
• Generous Paid Time Off & Vacation Policy
• Educational Reimbursement Program
• Career Growth in a Supportive, High-Performing Culture

What You Get To Do

• Oversee execution of geotechnical projects to ensure timely and high-quality deliverables.
• Prepare detailed proposals and cost estimates, ensuring proper project scoping, pricing, and resource planning.
• Drive business development initiatives with support from the Office Manager to identify and win new work.
• Develop staffing plans and oversee recruitment, onboarding, and training of department hires.
• Monitor department operations, safety compliance, resource utilization, and employee performance.
• Execute annual business plan; manage department metrics such as revenue growth, project profitability, and client satisfaction.
• Identify project risks and apply company risk mitigation policies as needed.
• Foster a culture of safety and quality, promoting pre-task planning and safe work practices.
• Ensure all deliverables meet internal and client-specific quality standards.

Must Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, Environmental Science, or Geology.
• Minimum 5 years of geotechnical design experience.
• Prior department or team management experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and client management skills.
• Must be able to respond promptly and decisively in emergency situations.

Nice to Have

• Master’s degree or PhD in a relevant field.
• Active PE license.
• Professional certification or licensure in a specialty area (e.g., GE, PG, CEG).

Join this dynamic team and make an impact in the Geotechnical Engineering space! Apply today!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering, Management, and Consulting

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

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