Director Project Controls, Data Centers

AtkinsRéalis•Bothell, WA

5h•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Director Data Center Division to join our BPI Team. This position will be responsible for accelerating growth across all our US growth regions (Northwest, Mid-Atlantic, Georgia, Florida, Texas and Southwest) through the application of new approaches, strategies, technology and solutions to both existing business and emerging opportunities. The position is office-based and can be based out of any of our offices and requires frequent travel across the country. This role will report to our Market Director and work across our business, in close collaboration with: Regional Leads in each growth hub, Data Center Lead, Senior Director Innovation, Business Development and Strategy (BD&S) team, Multi Market Service (MMS) Leadership, Business Units (BU’s) Leadership, Culture and Social Impact Lead, Key Account Management Team(s). This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious initiative-taker to be a key contributor to growth and expansion of our operations for all our business units. You will be a key face of the company, brand ambassador, and lead for strategic growth and expansion of our full Data Center services. You will also drive our continued growth in the region focused on targeted Data Center clients in the power, industrial, and healthcare markets.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, science, construction or engineering or related field or 20+ years of experience in lieu of degree.
15+ years of business development in the AEC industry.
Broad knowledge of clients and Data Center markets in the region.
Knowledge of and relationships with Hyperscalers and private sector entities and the consulting community in the market.
Initiative-taker requiring limited oversight.
Analytical thinker but focused on tactical execution.
Effective team building and collaboration skills with ability to thrive in a highly collaborative team environment.
Demonstrated exceptional interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
Knowledge and experience in the pursuit of alternative delivery.
Existing relationships with other consulting firms and contractors to facilitate teaming.
Affiliations with professional societies and active industry and community involvement.

Responsibilities

Responsible for growth, supporting and collaborating with company leadership to develop and execute a strategic and tactical business plan across our business units for emerging businesses.
Possess broad market awareness and provides market and competitive analysis.
Establishes, nurtures, and grows client relationships and serves as Key Account Manager (KAM) for select client(s).
Coordinates nationally with the senior leadership of the Buildings and Places BU with the aim to build a stronger business around the application of technology to Data Center services delivery.
Assist with organic growth by identifying and recruiting strategic hires to win and deliver work in the Data Center sector.
Identifies, leads, and participates in key pursuits and teaming strategies.
Coordinates, represents and promotes the company at networking events, professional and industry associations, society meetings, conferences, and tradeshows.
Actively participate on social media channels building our brand, and working with communications on external thought leadership articles and campaigns.