Branch Manager

Overview
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Position Overview
UES is seeking an experienced CMT, Geotechnical, or Environmental professional to lead and support our Escondido, CA office. The Branch Manager will provide leadership while executing technical and administrative responsibilities for a large engineering consulting office including day-to-day operations, P/L management, people management, and client relationships. You will have the opportunity to improve your local community and grow your career through impactful engineering projects with UES. As the local representative of UES, the Branch Manager builds strong internal and external relationships, promotes the company's brand and services, and plays a key role in driving long-term success within the region.

Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Own Branch P&L, including the management/control of budgets, utilization, collections, and other costs.
• Oversee branch projects and daily office activities to sustain profitability. Responsible for project financials, proposals, and resource allocation/utilization
• Partner with Safety teams to ensure staff are properly trained and equipped for all business areas.
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Approve and execute letters, proposals, contracts, and reports, within authority, on behalf of Company.
• Resolve concerns regarding projects, proposals, contracts, agreements, and technical matters.
• Ensure that the standard of care is met for all work assigned to the Branch.
• Coach, motivate, and supervise subordinates, encouraging personal and professional development. Evaluate and deliver performance feedback for direct staff and review evaluations of others in the Branch.
• Work with Regional HR Director regarding performance management, discipline, development, etc.
• Leads people management, career development, and overall office culture in accordance with UES vision.

Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Physical Sciences required.
• 15+ years of experience in consulting engineering roles involving Geotechnical, Environmental, or CMT projects.

Preferred Experience

• Must have thorough knowledge and experience in geotechnical engineering, Materials Testing, or Environmental services consulting business
• Consulting Engineering business acumen including P/L responsibilities
• Professional Engineering License required or can be obtained within 6 months
• Experience in the effective use of scheduling and cost control techniques.
• Ability to motivate, train, direct, coordinate, and engage a multi-disciplinary professional team.

Travel Requirements

• This position requires occasional travel, approximately 10% to 20% of the time, to support business objectives and client engagements. Travel may be both scheduled and on short notice, depending on project needs. Destinations typically include job sites, field locations, or regional offices, where work may be conducted in outdoor or operational environments. Adherence to all company safety protocols and use of PPE is required during travel and on-site work.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• This position operates in a hybrid work environment, requiring flexibility to work effectively from both a professional office and work site setting.

• On-Site Office Requirements:

• Work is performed at a desk for extended periods using a computer, phone, and standard office equipment in a climate-controlled office environment.

• Regular in-person communication with team members, clients, and stakeholders is required.

• Physical demands may include sitting for long durations, occasional standing, walking, bending, and lifting of materials up to 15 pounds.

• Field Environment:

• Work at outdoor sites including wetlands, forests, grasslands, construction zones, and undeveloped land.

• Travel on foot across uneven, rugged, or obstructed terrain, sometimes in areas inaccessible by vehicle.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions including heat, cold, humidity, rain, or sun.

• Possible presence of insects, animals, or natural and man-made hazards in field environments.

• Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and carry between 35-75 lbs. of equipment or samples over distances up to 75 feet.

• Ability to stand, walk, drive, and operate lab and field equipment for extended periods.
• Ability to bend, twist, reach, stoop, kneel, climb, and balance as needed during both lab and fieldwork.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats in varied environments, often while wearing PPE.
• Ability to use sensory capabilities to see (including close and distant vision, color perception, depth perception, and focus) and smell for observation and safety purposes.

EEO Statement
UES is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is proud to recruit the most qualified candidates. Please see our full EEO Statement at the bottom of the page
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