Geotechnical Divisional Manager

Job overview

The Geotechnical Divisional Manager role is onsite in Reno, NV, and pays $150,000–$175,000 per year. Certerra provides testing, inspection, certification, and engineering services supporting product development, construction, and infrastructure assets. The manager leads geotechnical engineers and technical staff, overseeing investigations, analysis, project delivery, quality, client relationships, and business development. The role also manages staffing and financial performance to grow the division’s market presence and deliver reliable project outcomes.

What you'll do

• Oversee geotechnical investigations, soil and rock testing, and subsurface exploration
• review and approve engineering reports, foundation designs, slope stability analyses, and geohazard assessments
• ensure technical quality
• manage project scope, schedule, budget, and staffing
• coordinate with clients, subconsultants, drillers, and laboratories
• pursue new opportunities and client relationships
• lead proposals and fee negotiations
• hire, mentor, and evaluate staff
• manage division budget, revenue, profitability, invoicing, and project costs
• ensure compliance with codes and standards and manage project risk.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

geotechnical divisional manager

reno nv

certerra southwest

geotechnical engineering

subsurface investigation

soil and rock analysis

project management

engineering reports

business development

staff leadership

$150k–$175k/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering with a geotechnical emphasis is listed as required at most firms; a master’s degree is strongly preferred. Professional Engineer licensure is typically required, with multi-state licensure preferred.

About the employer

Certerra Southwest, LLC. is hiring for this role. Industry: Testing Laboratories and Services. Sector: 54.