Geotechnical, Testing & Inspections Group Manager

Andersen James Group; North Carolina; On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Andersen James Group is seeking an experienced Geotechnical, Testing & Inspections Group Manager to lead and grow the geotechnical operation for a growing engineering consultancy in Raleigh, NC.

You will own the business unit, drive operations and financial performance, develop client relationships in the Raleigh/Triangle market, and mentor an established technical team toward strategic growth and advancement. This role offers significant autonomy and clear progression.

Qualifications

• Experience leading geotechnical engineering, testing and inspections teams.
• Proven ability to grow a business unit and manage budgets.
• Strong client development and relationship skills in Raleigh/Triangle region.

Responsibilities

• Lead the geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing and inspections group.
• Take responsibility for the office's operational and financial performance.
• Develop client relationships across the Raleigh/Triangle market.
• Manage, mentor and grow an established technical team.
• Recruit and build the team in line with business growth.
• Drive strategic growth and expand the group's market presence.

Skills

Leadership / people management

Business development

Client relationship management

Geotechnical engineering background

Job description

Geotechnical, Testing & Inspections Group Manager

Andersen James have partnered with a growing engineering consultancy who is seeking an experienced Geotechnical, Testing & Inspections Group Manager to lead and expand their geotechnical operation.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take ownership of an established business unit, with responsibility for operations, business development, team growth, and financial performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing and inspections group.
• Take full responsibility for the office's operational and financial performance.
• Develop new and existing client relationships across the Raleigh/Triangle market.
• Manage, mentor and grow an established technical team.
• Recruit and build the team in line with business growth.
• Drive strategic growth and expand the group's market presence.

Requirements

• Background in geotechnical engineering, construction materials testing, inspections, or a combination of both.
• Previous leadership or management experience.
• Strong business development and client relationship skills.
• Knowledge of the Raleigh/Triangle market or an established professional network in the region is highly desirable.
• Experience delivering projects across commercial, municipal, education, industrial or similar sectors.

What's on Offer

• Base salary of $125,000–$135,000, with flexibility for exceptional candidates.
• Performance-based bonus (2-4%).
• Significant autonomy and the opportunity to shape and grow a business unit.
• Clear progression opportunities within a growing organisation.
• Collaborative culture with a strong focus on employee development and work-life balance.