Regional Manager of Building Science & Infrastructure Services

ECS is seeking a Regional Manager of Building Science + Infrastructure Services to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight across Virginia. In this role, you will drive financial performance, support sustainable growth, and align business development, operations, and workforce planning. You will partner with department managers and regional teams to optimize resources, strengthen client relationships, and execute business objectives. This position requires strong leadership, financial acumen, and market awareness to effectively manage regional performance and foster a high-performing team environment.Lead your region to financial success through sustainable growth and profitability with a strong emphasis on business development and marketing initiativesMonitor regional operational finances relative to each Facilities department’s operations (including profit, loss, and accounts receivable for each department)Monitor marketing and business development strategies, including proposal generation and rates Seek project leads and business development opportunities and promote the ECS brandBuild team-oriented relationships with the facilites, local office, regional marketing, and business development staff to provide support in seeking out business opportunitiesParticipate in regional trade associations, attend trade association conferences, and regional market segmentation groups to provide leadership and seek out project opportunitiesEvaluate market opportunities, trends, and successes in other regions and apply best management practices within your area where appropriateAssist in the strategic direction and oversight of assigned regional marketing and business development personnel where appropriateFacilitate the completion of Regional Proposals and Regional SOQ responses by assigned deadlinesLead Department Managers within your regionSupport department managers with monitoring and reviewing current and projected workloads to determine if the overall staff level is appropriateThis review includes the number of staff, experience levels, and technical knowledge.Participate in the recruitment of strategic personnelTrain and lead employees to achieve business objectivesRespond and assist department managers in evaluating complex scope of work opportunities and assigning the appropriate personnel to complete the tasksMonitor load leveling of resources throughout the regionPromote teamwork and the company-wide resources availableEducation & ExperienceBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture , Building Science, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.10-15 years of experience related to building envelopes, related engineering design or inspection, including prior experience in construction and/or third party inspection activities or similar operational management within the building science field.Licensed or certified in at least one of the following preferred but not required:Registered Architect (R.A.)Professional Engineer (P.E.)IIBEC certifications (RRC, RWC, REWC, RBEC, CBECxP)University of Wisconsin-Madison certifications (BECxP, CxA+BE)Knowledge & SkillsKnowledge of local marketing and business development skillsExcellent writing, communication, and computer skills with the ability to present financial and operational information clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.Strong leadership and decision-making skillsExcellent interpersonal skillsMust be self-motivated and responsibleAbility to work cross-functionally and build trust with technical, operational, and leadership teams Established local contacts and relationships in the region with REITs, banks, insurance companies, large developers and management firms, property managers, architects, engineers, and contractors; and the capability to bring those contacts to ECSSelf-motivated, accountable, and comfortable operating within a growing organization with evolving structure and processes.Strong financial, operational, and business acumen with the ability to translate data into actionable insightsWhy Join ECS? Nationwide Building Science & Infrastructure Consulting practice made up of more than 180 employees with deep technical expertise and opportunities for collaboration across the countryOpportunity to lead high-profile projects with technical complexity and visibilityBe part of a growing and innovative team focused on technical excellence and client serviceSupportive work environment that values expertise, collaboration, and continuous learningCompetitive salary, performance bonuses, and comprehensive benefitsECS is an employee-owned company with an Employee Stock Ownership program (ESOP)!401(k) with up to 4% matchTuition Assistance ProgramAnd more!ECS Core Values: Collaborate, Focus & LeadECS Group of Companies (ECS) was founded in 1988 with the goal to raise the standards of professional engineering consulting. Today, we are a leader in geotechnical, construction materials, environmental and facilities consulting services. We are employee-owned with more than 3,000 employees in 100+ offices and testing facilities coast to coast. ECS is currently ranked #60 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms (April 2026), #148 in Engineering News-Record’s Top 200 Environmental Firms (October 2025) and #50 in Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List (May 2025). For additional information about ECS, visit: www.ecslimited.com.ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more, click here.