Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects. Headquartered in Denver, CO, Atlas currently has over 3,500 employees with offices throughout the US, including Alaska & Hawaii. It’s no accident that Atlas creates a better experience for infrastructure and environmental projects. It’s how we are built – with the best people in the industry, with the reach and expertise to help at any and every step of the project, and with a heart-led approach that puts quality and safety at the center of everything we do. We’re just built to be better. We are a great company.

We are seeking a Southern California Operations Manager to join our San Diego, CA team! The successful hire will have strong construction materials testing & inspections experience. This role is on-site at our Riverside and San Diego offices a combined 4 days a week, with a minimum of two of those days being in San Diego. Come join us!

The candidate will possess a strong background and experience in our core services: construction quality control/assurance, construction materials engineering and testing, geotechnical engineering and construction management. This opportunity directs all operations and oversees business development activities for the Southern California region, which covers the geographic area of the San Diego, Imperial, Orange and Los Angeles counties, as well as the Inland Empire and high desert regions. Management duties include program management, process analysis and improvement, team leadership, and technical oversight of the work of professional staff, technicians and inspectors. Further, the Operations Manager participates in company business development, marketing and sales activities, and corporate development activities, including development of department budgets, business plans, projections, KPI analytics, client relationships, quality assurance and quality improvement initiatives, and strategic growth plans. The Operations Manager is ultimately accountable for project quality and performance as well as top and bottom-line performance.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Oversees daily activities, solving operational problems as needed.

• Monitors and improves quality of departments activities.

• Mentors and develops staff to assist them in pursuing personal and professional growth.

• Oversees delivery team leaders for performance of work to acceptable quality and company standards.

• Assists in matters of office administration and project management (including direct personal involvement in technical work, proposals, presentations and estimating).

• Development of regional revenue goals and annual budgets.

• Monitors the quality of the work produced and ensures that each delivery team is meeting project and client requirements.

• Prepares written reports; reviews staff’s reports and monitors turn-around times for projects.

• Provides peer-review for other professionals of designs, reports and other documents.

• Develops and presents verbal and written proposals, reports, interacts with owners, architects and/or consulting engineers, and prospective clients.

• Makes professional and technical recommendations regarding project design and/or corrective measures.

• Problem solves and determines compliance issue resolutions.

• Initiating and developing contact with existing relationships through client management and relationship building.

• Performs review of Profit & Loss Statement and monitors the Area revenue and expense budgets.

• Attends and participates in manager’s meetings, other management meetings, strategic planning meetings, and other strategic and operational meetings.

• Strives to see that the Area office accomplishes the stated Mission of the company, and that Atlas’ Values, Goals and Objectives are met.

• Demonstrates and personifies an attitude of professionalism, customer service, work ethic and the positive spirit for all employees in the office.

Minimum requirements:

• B.S. in Civil Engineering, Geology or Construction Management preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years managing a business/operation in the civil/construction consulting industry.

• Strong Consulting/Construction/Materials Testing & Inspection background.

• Experienced in Financial Statement analysis and business forecasting.

• Preference given to candidates meeting minimum requirements and holding a professional registration in their respective field (PE, PG, CEG, CCM, etc.)

Compensation:
$150k - $200k annual salary
The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the state’s law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.

What you can expect from us

The A-Team Experience is our employee program focused on helping our people thrive professionally, personally and as part of a community. We trust our people to do great work and live fulfilling lives, and we provide resources that care for our people, both at work and in life:

• Health & Wellness: We offer medical, dental and vision coverage with multiple plan options, including no-cost employee-only medical coverage.
• Time Off & Family Support: We offer vacation time, paid holidays, sick & safety leave (SSL) and paid parental leave
• Retirement: We help employees plan for the future with a 401(k) and company match.
• Insurance: To provide protection and peace of mind, we offer Life, AD&D (Accidental Death & Dismemberment) and Disability insurance.
• Safety Program: We are committed to safety as part of our ‘quality of life’ core value, and we provide approved PPE at no cost and reimbursement for prescription safety glasses and protective footwear.
• Learning & Development: We provide clear career paths, learning resources and development programs allowing you to see how you can grow and advance within the company. We offer internal certifications on specific skills and support external credentials through tuition reimbursement.
• Belonging: We support Employee Communities (ECs), voluntary, employee-led groups that create connections, belonging and shared purposes.
• Flexibility: May vary by project demands and regional workloads, but we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to help employees manage their personal and professional responsibilities.

Our people and our culture are central to our work. Our values bring us together, create a sense of belonging and give us purpose. They guide how we make decisions, how we work as a team and how we serve our clients.

• Life: We enhance the quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.
• Heart: As our hallmark, we act with compassion, empathy, and respect.
• Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.
• Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, greatness inspires our work.

EEO Statement

Atlas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants without regard to race (including hairstyles, hair texture, hair type, or hair length commonly or historically associated with race), ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions or requests for pregnancy disability leave and/or family care leave), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, primary language, crime victim status, criminal conviction history, uniformed service member or veteran status, marital status, age, genetic information, disability or protected medical condition, genetics, political affiliation or activities, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Notice to Third Party Agencies

Please note that Atlas Technical Consultants does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Atlas will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Atlas explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Atlas.

Ready to build a career to be proud of? Join the A-Team today!

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