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AK Steel

Section Manager Environmental

Taconite, MN

$100K - $135K/yr

The Section Manager Environmental will also be responsible for environmental reporting and permitting for the site, including providing guidance and managing the preparation of environmental permit ...

Leidos

Systems Engineering Section Manager

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$107K - $195K/yr

The Section Manager will be expected to maintain their current technical commitments while taking on Section Management. The Section Manager will be part of a diverse team focused on providing ...

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Burns & McDonnell

Section Manager - Safety

Saint Louis, MO

$72K - $97K/yr

The Section Manager - Safety is responsible for the managerial direction and leadership of the section and resources within the construction global practice. This includes supporting and executing ...

Leidos

Systems Engineer Section Manager

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$107K - $195K/yr

This Section Manager will join a team of 5 managers in the SE Branch, where they will be involved in the daily management decisions for the branch. The Section Manager will be expected to maintain ...

HDR

Electrical Section Manager

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$118K - $152K/yr

HDR is currently seeking an Electrical Section Manager for our Building Engineering Services Business Group located in Clevland, OH, Columbus, OH or Pittsburgh, PA. Our team is an integrated facility ...

HDR

Electrical Section Manager

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$118K - $152K/yr

HDR is currently seeking an Electrical Section Manager for our Building Engineering Services Business Group located in Clevland, OH, Columbus, OH or Pittsburgh, PA. Our team is an integrated facility ...

Burns & McDonnell

Section Manager - Safety

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$72K - $97K/yr

Description The Section Manager - Safety is responsible for the managerial direction and leadership of the section and resources within the construction global practice. This includes supporting and ...

Leidos

Systems Engineering Section Manager

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$107K - $195K/yr

The Section Manager will be expected to maintain their current technical commitments while taking on Section Management. The Section Manager will be part of a diverse team focused on providing ...

New

Leidos

Systems Engineer Section Manager

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$107K - $195K/yr

This Section Manager will join a team of 5 managers in the SE Branch, where they will be involved in the daily management decisions for the branch. The Section Manager will be expected to maintain ...

Marukai

MDD Delica Section Manager

Gardena, CA · On-site

Deli Section Manager is a customer-service oriented and teaching position which plays a Deli product development and Deli operation instruction menu creator role in Delica Department. The Deli ...

RTX

Metrology Section Manager

Tucson, AZ

$251K/yr

In this Section Manager role, you'll oversee a team responsible for maintaining and improving Metrology processes, developing calibration methods and procedures, and analyzing test system error ...

Prattwhitney

Metrology Section Manager

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$132 - $252/hr

In this Section Manager role, you'll oversee a team responsible for maintaining and improving Metrology processes, developing calibration methods and procedures, and analyzing test system error ...

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Texas Instruments

WI · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Texas Instruments is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Section Manager to join our team! This role is generally the second-highest level manufacturing position in the factory. You report to the ...

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Mondelez International

WI · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

More about this roleSection Manager In onze fabriek neem jij als Production Section Manager een sleutelrol op in het realiseren van onze missie. Je leidt een productiesectie binnen de plant, stuurt ...

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HDR

Transit Section Manager

Saint Louis Park, MN · On-site

HDR is currently seeking a Transit Section Manager to join our Minnesota/Wisconsin team. Primary Responsibilities In the role of Transit Section Manager, we'll count on you to: * Lead a team of ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for section manager in the United States is $59,525.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $68,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a section manager?

Section Managers are professionals responsible for overseeing a specific department or section within an organization. Their primary duties include managing staff, ensuring operational efficiency, setting goals, and implementing company policies within their area of responsibility. Section Managers act as a link between upper management and team members, facilitating communication and ensuring that organizational objectives are met. They often handle budgeting, performance evaluations, and problem-solving to keep their section running smoothly.

How does a section manager typically collaborate with other departments to achieve organizational goals?

Section Managers play a crucial role in aligning their team's objectives with broader organizational strategies. They regularly coordinate with other department leaders, such as HR, finance, and operations, to ensure resources are allocated efficiently and projects are progressing smoothly. Effective communication and collaboration are essential, as Section Managers often participate in cross-functional meetings, share updates, and resolve any interdepartmental challenges. Building strong relationships across teams helps drive innovation and ensures that company goals are met in a cohesive manner.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a section manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Section Manager, you need strong leadership abilities, organizational skills, and relevant experience or a degree in your field. Familiarity with project management tools, budgeting software, and performance tracking systems is often required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and team-building skills help you motivate staff and drive results. These competencies enable effective oversight, efficient operations, and the achievement of departmental goals.

What is the difference between Section Manager vs Team Leader?

AspectSection ManagerTeam Leader
CredentialsOften requires managerial experience, industry-specific certificationsUsually requires leadership skills, sometimes certifications, but less formal management experience
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple teams or departments within a sectionLeads a specific team or project within a department
Employer UsageCommon in manufacturing, construction, logistics industriesCommon across various industries including retail, IT, and manufacturing

While both roles involve leadership, a Section Manager typically oversees multiple teams or a larger section of operations, requiring broader management skills and experience. A Team Leader focuses on guiding a specific team or project, often with less administrative responsibility. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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Infographic showing various Section Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,525 per year, or $28.6 per hour.

Geotechnical Section Manager

HNTB Corporation

Parsippany, NJ • On-site

$126K - $248K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 27 days ago

HNTB rating

9.2

Company rating: 9.2 out of 10

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Job description

What We're Looking For
At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.
We are seeking a Geotechnical Section Manager to support the Department Manager in leading a geotechnical engineering team focused on transportation infrastructure projects. This role functions as a deputy department manager, providing both technical oversight and personnel management. The Section Manager will be responsible for guiding the design, development, and delivery of geotechnical project tasks, while managing scope, budget, and quality control. They will coordinate project priorities, staffing schedules, and assignments to ensure that resources are aligned with client needs. In addition, the Section Manager will provide technical coaching and mentorship, support reviews of deliverables, and promote the efficient and productive utilization of staff to maintain high standards of service and performance.
What You'll Do:
  • Develops, monitors and manages the section's operating budget in support of the group or office operating budget and forecast updates.
  • Responsible for the management, growth and professional development of discipline-specific engineering section. Coordinates section activities establishes priorities and staff to jobs. Ensures staff development, mentoring and training needs are being met. Collaborates with other Sections and Departments within the office on work-sharing needs and opportunities.
  • Supports the implementation of the firm's strategic plan and HNTB's Sophisticated Sales Approach (SSA) process on project pursuits in the Section and office, including development of Section-level strategic planning strategies.
  • Supports the implementation of the firm's contracting (SCA) process through project delivery and contracting activities including scope, work plan and fee reviews for all contracting activities impacting the Section.
  • Supports the implementation of the firm's project delivery (SDA) process including Work Planning, Monthly Project Reviews and other project performance methods to ensure quality work, on time, on schedule, to the client's satisfaction.
  • Assists in marketing responsibilities, including client discovery, proposal generation, interviews, and win-to-work activities
  • Maintains client contacts to ensure client satisfaction
  • Recruits, hires, develops and retains section staff, including development of plan for staff reporting, performance and compensation reviews, and succession.
  • Manages assigned project management activities (project scope, schedule, budget and quality management) and performs technical discipline tasks including research, reports, design, specifications and plan preparation.
  • Leads a team including the direct and indirect supervision of at least 5 but typically 7 - 10 or more employees.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 8 years of practical experience including 2 years of leadership experience.

What We Prefer:
  • Master's degree in Engineering
  • 10 years practical experience - Geotechnical / Transportation
  • 2 years supervisory experience
  • Professional Engineer (PE) certification
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)

Additional Information
Click here for benefits information: HNTB Total Rewards
Click here to learn more about Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
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Locations:
Parsippany, NJ (Fairfield)
The approximate pay range for New Jersey is $139,645.93 - $238,276.98. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual's qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.
The approximate nation wide pay range for this position is $126,950.84 - $248,205.18. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual's qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location.
NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES:
HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of HNTB. HNTB will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. Staffing/employment agencies who have fee agreements with HNTB must submit applicants to the designated HNTB recruiter to be eligible for placement fees.

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At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Kansas City, MO, US

Year founded

1914

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