Regional Business Manager-Nashville, TN

Certerra (Northwest Geotech / Northwest Testing)•Nashville, TN

About The Position

Certerra is a national provider of testing, inspection, and certification services, with more than 30 offices across 10 states. The Regional Business Manager supports divisional operations by overseeing project setup, financial tracking, client billing, subcontractor documentation, and compliance with contract terms. The role works closely with project teams, clients, and internal departments to resolve billing issues, monitor project earnings, and support operational efficiency. The position also serves as a local liaison for shared services, including safety, human resources, and claims management, and provides accounting and administrative support to the division.

Responsibilities

Build and complete project setups, including reviewing and managing quotes and estimates in Sales Force; setting up project work breakdown structures, billing terms, rate tables, and budgets; processing contracts, change orders, insurance, preliminary notices, and required forms; and creating physical and digital files.
Coordinate with sub-consultants to obtain invoices and supporting documentation in a timely manner.
Recommend monthly accruals to the corporate controller for direct costs incurred when sub-consultant invoices have not been received on time.
Enter sub-consultant charges in accounts payable and coordinate with the divisional president and corporate controller on payment timing and approvals.
Ensure clients receive invoices and make payments according to billing timelines and contract terms, including required backup, exhibits, and supporting documents such as certified payroll.
Work with clients’ project accountants and project managers to resolve billing and collection issues.
Create project earnings and detail reports and submit them by assigned deadlines.
Build client relationships to support a positive and helpful client experience.
Process subcontractor contracts, change orders, and invoices, and help subcontractors comply with company policies.
Issue preliminary lien notices, DAS 140, and other initial job setup documents.
Send statements and contact clients at least monthly regarding past-due invoices.
Prepare and distribute weekly TCP reports for the division.
Act as a local liaison with shared-services staff and communicate as needed to support safety, human resources, claims management, and other functions.
Complete additional accounting and administrative duties as needed.