Associate Director - Land Development

Atwell, LLC•Lincolnshire, IL

6d•$120,000 - $180,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As an Associate Director at Atwell, you will work with a dynamic and growing multi-disciplinary firm on land development projects. Your responsibilities will encompass actively contributing to our firm's growth while providing leadership and management to the team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an EAC/ABET Accredited University
PE Licensure Required
8+ years of experience
Relevant work experience in Illinois preferred.
AutoCAD Civil 3D experience

Responsibilities

Collaborate with leadership to set clear business objectives.
Develop and present annual business plans to the VP/Regional Leader.
Work with department heads to establish department-specific goals.
Support and manage business development activities and internal BD training.
Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships.
Strategically develop future business opportunities and maintain relationships with current and potential clients.
Drive revenue goals and monitor team utilization, invoice ratio, effort margin, and profitability.
Oversee project management, including AR collections, contract value vs. effort, project profitability, change order management, and monthly invoicing.
Manage risks through contract and proposal review and licensing compliance.
Supervise invoices and subcontractors as needed.
Ensure adherence to company and service sector standards.
Promote the use of company templates and ensure their functionality.
Manage survey equipment and fleet to ensure operational excellence.
Recommend and justify technology improvements.
Ensure a consistent and repeatable process for deliverables.
Maintain an Open Door Policy for effective communication.
Share company objectives, reports, and data with the team.
Facilitate employee development through performance management, training, and mentorship.
Supervise and lead the team, including recruitment, interviews, hiring, onboarding, training, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions (up to and including termination).
Collaborate with Human Resources on staffing needs, onboarding, workers' compensation, ADA accommodations, performance issues, and offboarding.
Understand and enforce safety protocols related to onboarding, training, and reporting.
Promote a culture of safety awareness within the team.
Ensure team engagement, direction, and training on safety aspects and requirements of projects.
Attend workshops and relevant educational events.
Stay updated on industry trends and best practices through professional publications.
Build and maintain personal and professional networks.
Participate in professional societies and trade associations.
Encourage dialogue and collaboration within project teams and across market sectors.
Foster a culture of open and effective communication throughout the organization.

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible work schedules are available for some positions
Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences
Competitive Compensation packages
Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards
401K match - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation
Tuition Assistance
Student Loan Repayment
Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
Employee Referrals
Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
Dependent Care Match
Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)
Family Planning & IVF Benefits
Pet Insurance
Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options
Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance
Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness
Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services