Engineering Branch Manager

Company: Froehling & Robertson, Inc.
Location: Fredericksburg
Posted on: February 10, 2025

Job Description:

Froehling & Robertson, Inc., (F&R) has been proudly engineering stability in the country since 1881. In addition to being one of the oldest independent testing/engineering companies, F&R is also a minority-owned business offering competitive compensation/benefits and a positive work environment designed around the philosophy of mutual respect for all! Our shared F&R/Employee values include: Safe & Healthy Work Environment, Value & Respect for F&R Employees and Clients, Trustworthiness, Technical Excellence, Continuous Improvement, and Financial Success.We're always on the lookout for enthusiastic individuals who are not afraid to get their boots and hard hats a little dirty from an honest day's work.Come be a part of this talented and dedicated team.Join stability. Apply now!Who we are looking for:The Branch Manager will serve as the operations manager of a vibrant and growing office that provides subsurface exploration, geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, and special inspection services on a wide variety of public and private sector projects including: buildings, bridges, roadways and pavements, retaining and shoring structures, underground infrastructure, storage tanks, towers, slopes and embankments, dams and other civil works projects. This is an excellent opportunity for someone that desires to advance their management skills and manage and mentor an office of established technical professionals.What you'll be doing:Including, but not limited to:

• Manage all strategic and operational business aspects of assigned branch including:
  • Annual Business Planning
  • Profit and Loss
  • Business Development planning
  • Employee professional development
  • Responsible for operational management of the assigned office including construction materials testing/special inspection; geotechnical engineering services and environmental services
  • Responsible for developing and driving a culture guided by company values and workplace safety
  • Lead Business development activities including scope of work development
  • Ensure accurate estimating goals for proposal accuracy
  • Oversee and engage in proposal preparation
  • Manage branch construction quality control programs
  • Maintain high levels of quality as reflected in the work product and by F&R's reputation in the industry
  • Provide development and mentoring of professional, technical, & administrative personnel
  • Build effective teams to achieve overall company and branch goals
  • Exemplify and uphold Core Values in all aspects of work and leadership
  • Communicate effectively with Leadership, Corporate support staff and Branch staff regarding state of the branch and day to day needsWhat you need to have:
    • BS in Civil/Structural/Materials/Geotechnical Engineering/Environmental/Construction Management or related field.
    • Master's degree in Business Administration a plus.
    • Eight (8) to fifteen (15) plus years of progressive Construction Materials Special Inspection & Testing experience, Geotechnical engineering experience or a combination of the two disciplines to include departmental management experience.
    • Demonstrated progressive experience in a managerial role, leading teams and mentoring staff.
    • P.E. registration required. Must be registered in assigned state within three (3) months.
    • Ability to positively lead and develop teams through consistent communication, coaching and accountability.
    • Focus on setting and achieving realistic and stretch goals for self and staff aligned with business and branch.
    • Ability to translate business development activities into profitable client relationships.
    • Ability to communicate ideas, concepts and technical information to staff and clients in a professional and effective manner.
    • Ability to delegate and follow-up efficiently.
    • Demonstrate and expect high ethical standards of self and team.
    • Local candidates preferred with knowledge of surrounding area business and industry practices.In addition to our welcoming company culture and competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy the below benefits:
      • Comprehensive group medical insurance, including health, dental, vision and life
      • Opportunity for professional growth and advancement
      • Paid time off
      • Company-observed paid holidays
      • Short and long-term disability coverage
      • 401K retirement
      • Company Cell Phone
      • Company Vehicle or Automotive Stipend Provided.We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, and highly encourage resumes from all interested parties including women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. We extend equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy status, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other reason protected by federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.F&R participates in the USCIS E-Verify Program to verify that all new hires are authorized to work in the United States.EOE M/F/D/V/SO. Drug Free Workplace.
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