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32612BR

Service Line:

Office Management/Administration

Office Name:

Shreveport

Job Description:

Terracon’s **Shreveport office** is looking for an **Operations Manager** ready to take the helm and drive the next stage of our growth and success in the region. This is not just another management role—it’s a career-defining opportunity to lead a thriving office, influence strategy, and leave your mark on an industry leader.

As the **Operations Manager** , you’ll step into a role with both challenge and reward. You’ll oversee technical and administrative operations, lead department managers, and serve as a key voice in business strategy. From guiding large-scale, complex projects to ensuring safety and quality across the board, your leadership will directly impact our people, our clients, and our future.

Step into a high-impact leadership role where you’ll drive growth, strengthen client relationships, and mentor top talent. With the backing of a respected national brand, you’ll have the freedom to shape culture, innovate processes, and lead a thriving market into its next chapter of success.

If you’re a results-driven leader who thrives on challenge, values collaboration, and wants to build something lasting, this is your opportunity.

Come explore with us today—and help build the foundation for Terracon’s future.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

+ Oversee an office supporting multiple service lines.

+ Supervise projects within the technical disciplines practiced by the organization, within the same office, usually at the same time.

+ Evaluate and monitor workloads in the office, and oversee employee lifecycle (recruitment, hiring, performance management, salary administration, discipline, termination).

+ Supervise preparation of proposals by all professionals and coordinate with corporate marketing and firm technical experts, as needed.

+ Direct the execution of the office’s business development efforts.

+ Responsible for preparation of office annual financial budgets and operating the office within approved budgets.

+ Monitor job status reports and coordinate with department managers

+ Report to senior managers on progress including business development, project schedules, employee management, financial results, and equipment/facility/organizational needs.

+ Manage risk related to projects. Ensure contracts are signed and fully executed prior to commencing work. Monitor adherence to corporate risk policies and practices. Hold Managers accountable for mitigating or eliminating risk. Communicates safety initiatives, rules and guidelines for Office. Holds Managers and Employees accountable for following safety rules and guidelines.

+ 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 in engineering, Geology, or related field.

+ 10 or more Years of Experience in a service the firm provides such as Geotechnical, Environmental, or Materials practices.

+ Prior people management with P&L experience required.

+ Valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history.

Preferred Certification:

+ Professional Engineering (P.E.) or Professional Geologist (P.G.) license

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Exemption:

Exempt

Requisition ID:

32612BR

Posting Title:

Operations Manager – Engineering & Environmental Consulting

Employment Type:

Regular, Full Time

City, State (Office Location):

Shreveport, LA

About Terracon:

Terracon is a 100 percent employee-owned multidiscipline consulting firm comprised of more than 7,000 curious minds focused on solving engineering and technical challenges from more than 180 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.

Job Category:

Administrative

Expected Salary Range:

The expected salary range for this position is listed below. The base range may be adjusted based on the specific location of the applicant. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. _*For California residents please note: A valid driver’s license with acceptable violation history may be required for positions that require driving._