Branch Manager

Join a Winning Team!

Patriot Engineering and Environmental is looking for a Branch Manager to join our talented and impactful team to serve and lead our new Kalamazoo, Michigan office.

Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN, Patriot Engineering and Environmental is an employee owned, diverse engineering firm with a multi-state locations and presence providing geotechnical, environmental, and construction materials testing services and consultation to commercial, industrial and governmental clients.

Career Opportunity

This is a significant opportunity for the right candidate to manage and expand upon existing client services across all three service sectors.

We are looking for an entrepreneurial professional with demonstrated experience and network in the Southwest Michigan and Northern Indiana markets.

We are a team of talented, trustworthy and skilled servant leaders who are passionate about what we do and enjoy providing personalized attention to our clients.

This position will be responsible for operational management of the branch office including geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing / inspection, environmental services and related lab and field testing and will team with technical and support team leads to deliver the highest quality client service.

Essential Functions :

Branch Management Duties

• Leadership and Accountability of operational management of the branch office including but not limited to technical services, staff, financial performance, technical excellence, safety and business development.
• Develop and maintain an environment which embeds Patriot Core Values of High Ethical Standards Great Management Practices Safety Profitability Innovative and Sustainable Growth.

Prepare budgets, monitor financial performance, and adjust strategies to maximize the location’s profit.

Build a skilled and cohesive team through recruitment, development and mentoring of professional, technical, & administrative staff.

Project Management

Responsible for developing scope, schedule and budget for new projects. Prepare proposals and sell services to clients.

Manage projects to each element.

Manage other project-related business metrics such as write off, accounts receivables and work in process. These items are closely monitored through firm-wide reporting, reviewed and often used as an element of performance evaluation.

Client Relationships

• Responsible for maintenance and retention of clients through quality services, effective communication and efficient use of resources on projects.
• Add value to clients by providing dual-benefit solutions, linking to other business drivers, bringing efficiencies to project and suggesting ways to achieve regulatory compliance.
• Responsible for significant client interface at the project level.
• Responsible for meeting and managing the technical service needs of multiple clients of varying size, type and complexity of needs.

Business Development

• Responsible for sustaining and improving relationships with clients, including the expectation to cross-market or refer other Patriot services providing support in securing new clients and opportunities for the growth of the firm.
• Prepare and respond to requests for services with written proposals.
• Ability to coordinate and work well with other project managers, branch managers, owners and business development and marketing managers and contribute accordingly toward achievement of Patriot’s business development objectives.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor or Associate degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related science. Michigan PE is a plus, but not required.
• Minimum of 8 years industry experience. Materials expertise in soils, concrete, asphalt, and aggregate is more important than geotechnical experience.

Demonstrated experience and strong working knowledge of materials testing, and geotechnical engineering is desired.

• Experience with Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) specs and methods.
• Demonstrated experience in staff management, project management and profit & loss experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills - ability to have hard conversations with clients and staff alike.
• Experience and ability to utilize management and financial softwares.

Compensation :

Patriot offers a strong comprehensive Total Rewards package - in addition to competitive wages, we provide a matching 100% on first 4% 401(k), profit sharing, stock ownership, medical ($0 monthly premium Employee only), dental and vision, insurance, life, AD&D, disability, pet and other related insurances, EAP program, funded professional development, vacation and personal time.

About Us : Our Story

Our Story

Patriot Engineering and Environmental, Inc. ( Patriot ) was founded in 1995 to address the engineering and environmental needs of the development and redevelopment community.

Today, our success spans multiple offices serving communities across Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, and beyond. Over our history, Patriot has built a reputation for excellence.

Whether you come to Patriot for Environmental Consulting, Geotechnical Engineering, Construction Materials Testing, or all three services, you know that at Patriot, we’ve got you covered.

Our Professional Culture & Philosophy

At Patriot, our pride of ownership is evident throughout all our projects. Patriot celebrates our entrepreneurial spirit as each team member brings their individuality, expertise, and creative solutions to every task.

Resiliency has formed our framework. Today, our culture and values mirror our humble beginnings. Steadfast, continually striving for excellence, and delivering the best service and expert solutions.

This is the Patriot way. Our strength is in our name.

Commitment to Our Team Members

Patriot’s commitment to excellence, service and safety starts with every individual on our team. Patriot’s leaders realize that our continued success relies on the efforts and fulfillment of each of our team members.

Mutual respect, appreciation, value, and trust remain the cornerstones that guide our beliefs and actions, paving the way to Patriot’s future success.

Patriot is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.