Job Description
Are you passionate about about your career growth? Want to lead a medium sized office that is committed to being best at people, with many innovative ideas? Terracon is looking for an A/E/C experienced engineering Office Manager in our Columbia, SC office. You will be leading a team of professionals that is focused on being inclusive, diverse, caring and high performing, in a growing and profitable office situated in a rapidly growing state.
The Columbia Office Manager will provide leadership and manage the direct/support activities (administrative and technical) of an engineering consulting office. This includes profit/loss management, employee supervision, project management, quality control, health and safety oversight, client development activities, and new business development. Responsible for general leasehold improvements, project and office equipment, and proper oversight and utilization of all personnel. This position will be required to grow the office revenue and will require a number of business development activities and pursuits.
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:Oversee an office of between of approx. 35 professionals, with limitless growth potential. Realize Terracon’s Vision while Living Our Values.Communicate safety initiatives, rules and guidelines for Office. Lead the direction of the office’s business development efforts in Columbia and surrounding area.Direct and or coordinate pursuits and large proposals in all service lines. Assist Department Managers in determining/acquiring their staffing needs.Develop and execute annual office business plan.Develop office annual and financial budgets.Responsible for the profitability of the office. Communicate with the Regional and Division Manager regarding progress including business development, project schedules, employee management, financial results, and equipment/facility/organizational needs.Coordinate with Division, Region and corporate to maximize the use of technical experts, as needed.Promote continuous quality monitoring and improvement on projects. Ensure best practices are being followed and hold Managers accountable for quality control standards.Requirements:Bachelor’s degree and 12+ years of specific A/E/C practice experience Prior financial and budget related experience requiredExperience managing multi-tiered Teams Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation historyPreferred Certification:Professional Certification or licensure in field of expertise#LI-SC1
About Terracon
Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 6,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 175 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’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.
EEO Statement
Terracon is an EEO employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, or military status.