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TERRACON

Department Manager I

Richmond, VA · On-site

$92K - $144K/yr

With support from the Office Manager develop and manage employee staffing plans, recruitment ... From AI-supported solutions and predictive technologies to geophysics and traditional exploration ...

TERRACON

Department Manager I

Richmond, VA · On-site

$20.25 - $22.75/hr

From AI-supported solutions and predictive technologies to geophysics and traditional exploration ... With support from the Office Manager develop and manage employee staffing plans, recruitment ...

SEACORP

Software Engineering Manager

Norfolk, VA · On-site

Direct database design, managing databases for geophysical and navigation data intended for comprehensive post-mission analysis. * Evaluate hardware-software interfaces, consulting with engineering ...

TERRACON

Client Development Manager

Ashburn, VA · On-site

$133K - $207K/yr

Manages staff that may include marketing specialists and client development specialists ... From AI-supported solutions and predictive technologies to geophysics and traditional exploration ...

TERRACON

Client Development Manager

Ashburn, VA · On-site

From AI-supported solutions and predictive technologies to geophysics and traditional exploration ... Manages staff that may include marketing specialists and client development specialists.

IC-CAP LLC

Senior GEOINT Analyst 117-114

Springfield, VA · On-site

$91K - $121K/yr

... geophysics, earth science, cartography, or a related field - AND- 5 years of experience conducting ... data management. * Demonstrated experience conducting spatiotemporal geospatial analysis using ...

AECOM

SUE Field Supervisor

Virginia Beach, VA · On-site

Responsible for managing and day to day operations of multiple field crews. * Ensuring field teams ... Utilize a suite of advanced geophysical equipment (to include Ground Penetrating Radar ...

AECOM

SUE Field Supervisor

Arlington, VA · On-site

Responsible for managing and day to day operations of multiple field crews. * Ensuring field teams ... Utilize a suite of advanced geophysical equipment (to include Ground Penetrating Radar ...

AECOM

SUE Field Supervisor

Glen Allen, VA · On-site

Responsible for managing and day to day operations of multiple field crews. * Ensuring field teams ... Utilize a suite of advanced geophysical equipment (to include Ground Penetrating Radar ...

AECOM

SUE Field Supervisor

Glen Allen, VA · On-site

Responsible for managing and day to day operations of multiple field crews. * Ensuring field teams ... Utilize a suite of advanced geophysical equipment (to include Ground Penetrating Radar ...

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What is the difference between Manager Geophysicist vs Geophysicist?

AspectManager GeophysicistGeophysicist
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Geophysics, often with leadership experienceBachelor's or Master's in Geophysics, sometimes PhD
Work EnvironmentLeads teams, manages projects, oversees operationsConducts research, data analysis, fieldwork
Industry UsageUsed in oil & gas, mining, environmental firms for leadership rolesUsed across research institutions, exploration companies

The main difference between a Manager Geophysicist and a Geophysicist is the level of responsibility. The Manager Geophysicist oversees teams and projects, focusing on leadership and strategic planning, while the Geophysicist primarily conducts technical research and data analysis. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds, but the managerial position emphasizes leadership skills and project management experience.

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Department Manager I

Department Manager I

TERRACON

Richmond, VA • On-site

$92K - $144K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 24 days ago

Terracon rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 117 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

37th of 58 rated business consultants

Job description


Supervise or monitor all projects in progress in the department to ensure that work is executed on time and in accordance with the client's requirements and within company policies, procedures and standards. Supervise the preparation of proposals and cost estimates to clients to ensure proper scoping of services, availability of manpower and pricing to achieve desired profitability. Supervise the daily operations of a department including staff training, development, and performance review, utilization of equipment and facilities, safety oversight, quality of services and work product, timely delivery of services and deliverables, and adherence to policies and procedure. Plan for and participate in business development activities to identify, develop, win, and execute project opportunities and build and maintain client relationships.
Responsibilities
  • Responsible for preparation of proposals and cost estimates.
  • With support from the Office Manager perform business and client development activities.
  • With support from the Office Manager develop and manage employee staffing plans, recruitment, selection and on-boarding.
  • With support from the Office Manager prepare and execute annual business plan for the department.
  • With support from the Office Manager oversee and manage the success of the key department 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.
  • Responsible for continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects. Monitor and promote quality standards and practices.
  • Responsible for providing consistent quality standards on project and proposal delivery.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in technical discipline practiced by the Firm including Engineering, Environmental Science or Geology and 5 years' practice experience. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 9 years' related experience.
  • Master's degree or PhD preferred.
  • Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.

Preferred Certification:
  • Certification or licensure in field of expertise.
  • Terracon Authorized Project Reviewer status preferred.

About Us
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 8,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 200 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 was recognized as the #1 firm in Asbestos and Lead Abatement.
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.
About the Team
Innovation and hands-on practice come together in our geotechnical consulting services. We provide geotechnical services nationwide for a wide range of projects, drawing on six decades of historical geotechnical data, a fleet of more than 200 drill rigs, 140 accredited laboratories, and thousands of employees to quickly organize or capture site data wherever projects are located. From AI-supported solutions and predictive technologies to geophysics and traditional exploration, we deliver precision, value-added subsurface information and engineering and scientific expertise to solving our clients' challenges and achieve their goals for project sustainability, quality, and efficiency.

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