Careers at the Planet group

Geotechnical Services Manager

Nashville, TN 37211

Posted: 08/22/2025 Employment Type: Direct Hire/Perm Job Category: Engineering Job Number: 638284 Is job remote?: No

Job Description

A Geotechnical Services Manager, responsible for working with a 100+ member Geotechnical Service Line and be the face of these services in the Middle Tennessee market. Responsible for developing relationships with clients, mentoring and developing junior staff, and collaborating with other employees across multiple service lines and locations, including Senior Geotechnical Engineers and Technical Principals.

Required:
  • A bachelor's degree in civil, structural, or geotechnical Engineering or a construction-related field, a plus
  • PE Licensure in the State of Tennessee or have the ability to obtain within 6 months of employment
  • 6+ years of experience supporting and managing geotechnical engineering projects
  • The understanding of consultants in the A/E/C industry and what it takes to provide value to clients and generate successful projects from a technical and financial perspective
  • Demonstrated experience building and maintaining client relationships and proven ability to win work
  • The ability and desire to divide time between the office and regular site visits in the field to support and engage field staff
Job Responsibilities:
  • Actively manage a multidisciplinary team and lead day-to-day business operations for the Geotechnical Service Line (e.g. project management, business development, safety, quality, finance, HR, and risk management).
  • Work with other team leaders to develop and execute an annual business plan and a long-term office/market strategy.
  • Develop proposals and reports and execute projects in a manner consistent with expectations developed by Companies Project Management Council.
  • Leverage company tools and resources to engage in business development activities and drive cross-selling of Environmental, Geotechnical, and Construction Materials Testing services.
  • Cultivate industry connections by participating in local organizations to strengthen the company's brand awareness and expand professional networks.
Pay: $120K - $150K DOE

At The Planet Group, we connect Engineering experts with opportunities that match their skills, goals, and ambition. From fast-moving startups to global enterprises, we partner with top organizations across industries—giving you access to roles where your contributions make a difference. Explore flexible options including contract, direct hire, and contract-to-hire, all supported by a team that puts people first.

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