Senior Division Manager- East Water

AtkinsRéalis•Atlanta, GA

4d•$150,000 - $230,000

About The Position

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior Division Manager for its East Water division, based in Atlanta, the DC Metro area, or Raleigh. The role manages project execution, client relationships, and business growth for a large operating unit, multiple groups, a major client, or a technical discipline/service. The area of responsibility typically has annual project revenues exceeding $20 million. The manager works independently under general direction and is accountable for business growth, quality, client satisfaction, and project profitability. The position directly supervises several managers and assigned technical and administrative support staff, with responsibility for their performance management and career development. The manager supports staffing decisions, including hiring, transfers, terminations, compensation recommendations, and development of direct reports. They help oversee project work plans, schedules, budgets, milestones, deliverables, quality control, and project financial performance. The role also supports business planning and growth, pursues project opportunities, maintains client relationships, and represents the organization to clients, public officials, subconsultants, and professional organizations. Contract negotiation, project profitability, client billings, accounts receivable, and potential write-offs are also within the role’s scope. The position requires a bachelor’s degree in the field of practice, professional registration when available, and 15 years of experience since earning a bachelor’s degree, including at least three years in project management or operational management responsibilities. A postgraduate degree is preferred; management coursework or an MBA is a plus. The expected compensation range is $150,000–$230,000 annually, depending on skills, experience, and geographic location. Depending on employment status, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; company-paid life and disability benefits; an employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting; an employee stock purchase plan; paid time off; leave options; flexible work options; recognition and employee satisfaction programs; an employee assistance program; and voluntary benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in the field of practice.
15 years of experience since earning a bachelor’s degree, including at least three years in positions with project management or operational management responsibilities.
Professional registration in the field of practice when available, such as P.E., P.G., PLS, R.A., or RLA.
Excellent technical and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage individuals and teams, provide leadership, and manage project production.
Strong ability to promote the firm and negotiate advantageous contracts.
Business vision and excellent communication skills, with the ability to represent the firm effectively to clients, key public officials, and the community.
Enhanced or Consultant of Choice competency in client service, commitment, communication, innovation and continuous improvement, professionalism, quality, and collaboration.

Nice To Haves

Postgraduate degree.
Management coursework and/or an MBA.

Responsibilities

Assist managers in identifying staffing needs based on projected workload and staffing requirements.
Review and approve or disapprove manager recommendations concerning recruitment, hiring, transfers, terminations, salary offers, and staff position or salary adjustments, and submit actions for further approval as required.
Recommend personnel actions for direct reports; conduct semi-annual performance reviews and annual career planning sessions; provide ongoing feedback, counsel, and development support.
Advise staff on company policies and procedures and monitor and enforce compliance.
Assist managers in developing project work plans and participate in reviews of schedules, budgets, milestones, and work products.
Coordinate with market leadership to ensure project staffing needs are met.
Review project financial performance and help identify and address problem projects to avoid financial losses and client dissatisfaction.
Monitor and enforce quality control standards; review project quality control plans and periodic quality assurance compliance audits.
Assist managers in resolving issues involving work with other work units.
Participate in developing and implementing annual and strategic plans for the area of responsibility.
Pursue project opportunities by maintaining relationships with current and prospective clients; evaluate opportunities and recommend go/no-go decisions.
Identify proposal and interview teams and develop project marketing budgets for senior management review and approval.
Identify and work toward resolving client relationship problems.
Maintain professional visibility and currency through participation in civic and professional organizations and encourage staff participation.
Negotiate contracts with clients and subconsultants.
Participate in project budget reviews and monitor project performance for profitability.
Monitor accounts receivable and client billings and provide recommendations on final write-offs and past-due receivables.
Represent the organization to primary clients, key public officials, subconsultants, and prospective clients.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.