Why join us? We are hiring! AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior Project Director to serve as our Mid-Atlantic Water Market Leader to join our Calverton, MD office.
About Us: AtkinsRéalis is one of the world's most respected design, engineering, and project management consultancies. AtkinsRéalis has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years. AtkinsRéalis has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy.
Major Function/Role: The selected candidate will reside within the Infrastructure Solutions Business Unit and work collaboratively with company leadership and technical professionals to increase AtkinsRéalis' water business in the Mid-Atlantic region. The selected candidate will be a member of the US water leadership team with overall responsibility for the development and implementation of the strategic plan to achieve growth objectives for this geography. This is anticipated to include identification of key clients, development and management of strategic relationships, development and management of the regional project pipeline, represent the firm in various professional organizations, provide strategic leadership and management for key projects, and identify and recruit staff critical to the growth and success of the firm. This individual must have a background in the planning, design, and/or construction of water/wastewater/stormwater infrastructure, including but not limited to treatment plants, distribution/collection system pipelines, green infrastructure, water supply systems, and related infrastructure. The selected candidate will have demonstrated success in managing the technical and financial aspects of large projects and have strong leadership and people/client skills. Candidate will be expected to prepare proposals, market existing and potential clients, and serve as a positive representative of AtkinsRéalis in the community.
How will you contribute to the team? Assists management team in identifying staffing needs based on future workload and manpower projections for project staffing. Reviews managers' recommendations to recruit, hire, transfer, or terminate project staff; approves/disapproves or endorses recommendations, and presents to senior management for approval as required by established authorization guidelines. Reviews and makes decisions on recommendations for salary offers for new hire candidates, as well as salary and position adjustment actions for project staff, subject to senior management review and approval. Conducts semi-annual performance reviews and annual career planning sessions with management staff. Provides staff with ongoing performance feedback and counsel to promote improved performance and career development.
Assists project staff in developing work plans; reviews and approves schedules, budgets, project milestone dates, and work products. Works closely with the AtkinsRéalis Technical Professional Organization (TPO) to staff projects based on client/project needs. Oversees financial performance of projects; assists project staff in identifying potential problems to ensure remedial actions are promptly taken to avoid financial losses and client dissatisfaction.
Responsible for maintaining positive client relations with existing clients and building new relationships. Develops, implements, and monitors annual and strategic marketing plans for targeted projects; participates in the development of the Strategic Plan. Actively pursues, investigates, and evaluates new or expanded opportunities for associated projects and services within the firm by maintaining contacts with current and prospective client decision makers.
Conducts contract negotiations with clients and sub-consultants. Develops and recommends operational budgets for approval by senior management. Reviews and makes decisions on proposed project budgets. Monitors monthly performance against budget to ensure project profitability.
Performs such other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.
What you will contribute: Bachelor's degree in field of practice. Graduate degree preferred. Management coursework and/or MBA a plus.
This level may be achieved by technical professionals or managers with fifteen years of experience since B.S. or fourteen years since M.S. showing progressive responsibilities.
Excellent technical and interpersonal skills, public speaking and persuasive ability; very strong financial management, team management, and leadership skills; ability to manage and coordinate efforts of various activities to achieve business unit and corporate objectives.
Professional registration in field of practice is required, if available, e.g., P.E., A.I.C.P., R.A., or R.L.A. Certification as a "Project Management Professional" (PMP) or "Certified Construction Manager" (CCM) required within one year of assuming this position.
What we offer at AtkinsRéalis: AtkinsRéalis realizes that health, mental and financial wellbeing are all equally needed to achieve balance in life. We are pleased to offer a robust rewards package that helps our employees have peace of mind in and outside of work.
Competitive salaryFlexible work schedulesGroup InsurancePTO plus two Floating HolidaysPaid Parental Leave (including maternity and paternity)Retirement Savings Plan with employer matchEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)An inclusive culture of Employee Resources Groups centered around women, African-Americans, Hispanics, LGBTQ+, Neurodiversity and Emerging ProfessionalsA Foundation that is employee-funded with a 2-to-1 match from the company providing STEAM education for minorities from K-12 to collegeIf this sounds like you and you would like to expand your career with us, apply today! AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. EOE/Minorities/Females/Veteran/Disability. Please review AtkinsRéalis Equal Opportunity Statement here: https://careers.atkinsrealis.com/equal-opportunities-statement AtkinsRéalis cares about your privacy and is committed to protecting your privacy. Expected compensation range is between $117,000 to $196,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.
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