Civil Engineer Office Lead

Insight Group LLC Geotechnical, Environmental and Construction Consultants • Full-time • Pittsburgh, PA, US • $100k - $150k / year • 2w ago

Pittsburgh Engineer Office Lead

Pittsburgh Office Lead

Certerra is a growing national provider of geotechnical, environmental, and construction materials testing, inspection, and certification services that support innovation in new product development, quality assurance, and engineered solutions. We are passionate about contributing to the sustainable development of the communities we serve.

We are a national firm with a global reach, serving national and international clients from 30+ offices located in 10 states, and are ranked on ENR’s Top 500 list alongside the nation’s top firms.

With a 60-year history, Certerra has a passion for high-end services, constant innovation, and investment in the development of world-class laboratory facilities and interactive management technologies. Each member of our staff is committed to service, innovation, and the success of our clients.

Certerra has an immediate opening for a full-time Office Lead for our Pittsburgh, PA office. The position is best suited for someone interested in working in a fast-paced consultant environment, capable of effectively working as part of a collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will apply your engineering and management capabilities to a variety of projects and responsibilities. Applicants should have an educational background in civil engineering and have professional experience with materials testing laboratory operations and quality control testing for soils, concrete, and asphalt. Strong technical writing and computer skills are required.

Responsibilities:

Direct the Pittsburgh office in accordance with company policies and operating procedures.

Manage employees in the office including their performance, training, utilization, time sheets, etc.

Identifying and pursuing new opportunities, including new markets, customer segments, and partnerships.

Prepare, review, and approve cost estimates/proposals.

Oversee office projects to ensure execution of deliverables per client requirements.

Hire and oversee the onboarding of new employees.

Manage intake of projects within the office and distribution of workload to office employees.

Participate and support planning, development, and growth of the office relative to staff, structure, and profitability.

Approve office purchases.

Participate in approved continuing education to enhance job-related skillset.

Work on special projects as requested and all other duties as assigned which may vary depending on season, workload, and the needs of the Company and our clients.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

· BS degree in Civil Engineering. MS in Civil Engineering preferred.

· P.E. registration or ability to obtain.

· Ability to succeed in a fast-paced consulting environment, handling multiple project assignments, meeting strict deadlines, and traveling to client facilities as needed.

· Strong technical writing and communication skills.

· Previous leadership experience.

· Excellent oral communication skills are required. Must be able to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders in a timely fashion.

· Driver’s License and the ability to safely navigate construction sites.

· Ability to pass background checks for entry to military facilities.

· Ability to work outside, work independently, and be a self-starter.

· Ability to travel to construction project sites and maneuver over rough and uneven terrain.

· Lift up to 50 lbs. from a standing, crouched, or kneeling position. Lift equipment, buckets, or tools on uneven terrain periodically.

· Carry up to 50 lbs. in the form of sample bags, buckets, and equipment.

· Walk and carry sample bags/buckets, tools on construction sites, gravel pits, open fields, and/or uneven terrain periodically.

· Able to sit, type, and perform computer work for long periods of time.

· Frequent use of hands/fingers for computer entry.

· Positive attitude with a willingness to learn! [required]

· Normal office hours are 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday. The selected candidate must be flexible and available to work outside of normal hours to complete tasks as needed. [required]

Benefits Include:

Competitive Salary dependent on experience
Paid Time Off
Company Paid Holidays
Medical / Dental / Vision / Life Insurance
Retirement Savings Plan (401(k))
Professional License Fees / Professional Dues / Education Allowance

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. This Company is dedicated to both the letter and the spirit of the equal opportunity employment laws. All applicants and all employees will be evaluated on the basis of their ability, competence, and performance of the essential functions of their positions. There will be no discrimination on the basis of race, sex, national origin, religion, age 40 and over, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other classification which may be protected by federal, state, or local laws. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we specifically offer equal opportunity for all employees or job applicants who may have a physical or mental disability. Such persons will be hired on the basis of their ability to perform the essential functions of the job in question. Likewise, their work will be evaluated on their performance of these essential functions. We will offer reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities, to the extent that Company resources allow without undue hardship. As part of our equal employment policy, there will be no wage differentials based on gender, between men and women employed in the same establishment, on jobs that require equal skill, effort, and responsibility, and which are performed under similar working conditions.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

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