Delivery Lead Jobs in Tennessee
Delivery Lead jobs in Tennessee are open across Memphis, Nashville, and Knoxville and other Tennessee metros, with employers like AutoZone, CEMEX, and Ascension hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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What We're Looking For
At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.
This opportunity entails being responsible for managing assigned project(s) throughout their full lifecycle including developing the scope and technical sections of proposal and procurement documents to participating in contract negotiations and overseeing the delivery of the project plan to successfully accomplish HNTB’s 4 for 4 performance: delivery of quality work, on time, on budget and to the client’s satisfaction on every project. This position proactively manages the budget, schedule, technical requirements, contractual obligations, and client communications in support of the project’s objectives. This role will work directly with a client to strategically advise on, oversee, and administer alternative delivery projects through TN, with contract sizes ranging from $5M to over $300M. Contracting types include Design-Build, CM/GC, and Progressive Design-Build. Provides high level technical tasks while managing and reviewing design related specifications, calculations, reports and plans. Coordinates with internal and external partners including cross-discipline and functional teams to address and problem solve design related issues or concerns.
What You'll Do:
- Responsible for development of the project scope and fee quotation and assists in the preparation of technical proposals and contracts in accordance with HNTB's Sophisticated Contracting Approach (SCA). Leads or actively participates in client contract scoping and negotiations.
- Serves as the primary client liaison and manages the project team to deliver the scope, schedule and budgets to completion and to the client’s satisfaction. Leads client contract scoping and negotiations.
- Performs technical discipline tasks including analysis, reports, design, specification, and production for assigned projects.
- Implements the firm’s project delivery plan using HNTB's Sophisticated Delivery Approach (SDA) on each project. Leads the development and the execution of the project management plan. Supervises and mentors team to overall project objectives.
- Responsible for/oversees project staffing, including, but not limited to; recruitment, development, retention, and succession of project staff; development of plan for project staff reporting; and support for performance and compensation reviews.
- Partners with Client Service Leaders and pursuit champions to assist with business development, building client relationships, and pursuit efforts for mini-mega and mega projects in accordance with HNTB's Sophisticated Sales Approach (SSA). Works with the project team and marketing resources to prepare appropriate proposal and presentation materials. Leads proposal development and interview presentations for strategic, mini-mega, and mega projects to the client as well as general presentations within the industry and community.
- May be responsible for the recruitment, hiring, development and retention of staff, including development of plan for staff reporting, performance and compensation reviews, and succession.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
What You'll Need:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 10 years of relevant experience
- 2 years of successful management of engineering projects
What You'll Bring:
- Winning, contracting, and successfully delivering 4for4 (on-time, on-budget, quality, client satisfaction) on multi-disciplined projects. Identifying and handling risk and change management with guidance from more experienced staff.
- Leading a team on mid-sized and/or moderately complex projects inside and outside of HNTB using sub-consultants.
- Providing leadership and oversight to other consulting firms as they deliver projects for our Tennessee clients.
- Executing with minimal assistance from the Program Management Consultant Team implementation of HNTB Sophisticated processes as applicable to the project.
- Serving as the lead interface with the client on moderately complex projects and major studies, including NEPA project development.
- Developing successors to work with same client on other work.
What We Prefer:
- Master’s degree in Engineering
- Experience working with state Departments of Transportation (DOT's)
- Experience with transportation public involvement and communications
- 12 years relevant experience
Additional Information
Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
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Locations:
Nashville, TN (City Center)
Job Type: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full time
Job Category: Engineering Group
ReqID: R-30517
Equal Employment Opportunity & Disability Accessibility Statement
HNTB provides a fair and equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, or other status protected by law. The HNTB Companies ensure nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Any applicant with limited English proficiency or a qualifying physical or mental disability who believes they require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact us at ReasonableAccommodations@HNTB.com or call 816-527-2600 for assistance. HNTB will make determinations on requests for accommodations on a case-by-case basis.
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Thank you for considering HNTB for your career opportunities.
Affirmative Action Policy Statement
HNTB has implemented the following policy as part of its longstanding commitment to compliance with all applicable affirmative action requirements. HNTB agrees to post in conspicuous places, available to employees and applicants for employment, this Affirmative Action Policy.
HNTB is a federal contractor subject to Section 4212 of the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, as amended (“Section 4212”) and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (“Section 503”). Accordingly, it is HNTB’s policy to take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment protected veterans (disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, Armed Forces Service Medal veterans, or active-duty wartime or campaign badge veterans) and individuals with disabilities at all levels of employment, including the executive level. HNTB also will provide reasonable accommodation to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified employee or applicant for employment with a disability, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of HNTB. In order to request a reasonable accommodation, employees should contact the HR Solutions Center at General Policy Inquiry - Employee Center and applicants should contact ReasonableAccommodations@HNTB.com.
HNTB will recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals in all job titles, and will ensure that all other personnel actions are administered, without regard to an individual’s protected veteran or disability status. All employment decisions will be based only on valid job requirements. In addition, employees and applicants shall not be subjected to harassment, intimidation, threats, coercion, or discrimination because they have engaged in or may engage in any of the following activities: (1) filing a complaint; (2) assisting or participating in an investigation, compliance evaluation, hearing, or any other activity related to the administration of any Federal, State, or local law requiring equal opportunity for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities; (3) opposing any act or practice made unlawful by Section 4212, Section 503, their implementing regulations, or any other Federal, State, or local law requiring equal opportunity for protected veterans or individuals with disabilities; or (4) exercising any other right protected by Section 4212, Section 503, or their implementing regulations.
The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment. These plans are available for review upon request during normal business hours. Any questions or requests to review should be directed to your Human Resources Partner.
As Chief Executive Officer, I fully support our affirmative action program and am committed to the implementation of the company’s affirmative action policy. I have delegated overall responsibility for this policy to the Business Integrity Director. The Manager of HR Compliance & Immigration is responsible for the implementation, auditing, and reporting of this policy and program, assisted by the office’s Human Resources Partner.
HNTB employees must comply with this policy and report any violations of illegal discrimination, as specified in the Integrity Reporting policy.
For Questions or Additional Information
For more information on this policy, please contact the HR Solutions Center, General Policy Inquiry - Employee Center, 888-400-4682.
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Where Tennessee roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Delivery Lead Job Market in Tennessee
A snapshot from current Tennessee openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- AutoZone53

- CEMEX7

- Ascension6

- Builders FirstSource4

- United Rentals4

Top Industries Hiring
- Automotive59
- Distribution & Wholesale14
- Healthcare & Medical Services12
- Consulting & Professional Services9
- Chemicals & Materials8
What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in delivery lead jobs across Tennessee.
- 1-3 years of experience leading delivery, warehouse, or logistics teams
- Proficiency with route management or delivery tracking software
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work on your feet for extended periods
- Strong communication skills for coordinating drivers, dispatchers, and customers
- High school diploma or equivalent, with some roles preferring an associate or bachelor's degree
Delivery Lead Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How many delivery lead jobs are there in Tennessee?
There are 151+ delivery lead openings in Tennessee on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Memphis, Nashville, and Knoxville. New positions post regularly as employers across Tennessee hire.
Which Tennessee cities have the most delivery lead jobs?
Memphis, Nashville, and Knoxville have the most delivery lead openings in Tennessee right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire delivery leads in Tennessee?
Employers hiring delivery leads in Tennessee include AutoZone, CEMEX, and Ascension, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote delivery lead jobs in Tennessee?
Yes. About 1% of delivery lead openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Tennessee metros.
How do I apply for delivery lead jobs in Tennessee?
You can apply to delivery lead jobs in Tennessee directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Tennessee location, then apply to each one that fits.
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