Senior Manager

Exponent • Atlanta, GA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Exponent is seeking a Senior Manager for its Construction Consulting Practice, based in Atlanta, Georgia; Houston, Texas; or Alexandria, Virginia. The role is part of a multidisciplinary consulting team advising and assisting utility clients on large, complex projects. The Senior Manager will lead and expand services for clients in utilities, oil and gas, energy, data centers, infrastructure, and transportation, while growing client relationships and the consulting business. The position also involves advising clients on construction disputes and advisory matters, promoting Exponent’s expertise, overseeing service quality and team performance, and recruiting, developing, and mentoring staff.

The role is based in an office environment, with consultants expected to work in person unless traveling for client work or other business activities. Consultants have autonomy to balance work and personal schedules, with flexible and agile working hours to accommodate client meetings, inspection-site visits, conferences, and personal priorities.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or another relevant field.
• At least 15 years of work experience in construction dispute resolution and/or advisory roles.
• Significant experience in utilities, oil and gas, energy, data centers, infrastructure, and transportation industries.
• A proven track record in business development and client management, and the ability to attract projects to support full-time staff.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree(s).
• Professional registration.

Responsibilities

• Grow the consulting business, particularly by expanding and managing client relationships in utilities, oil and gas, energy, data centers, infrastructure, and transportation.
• Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities and promote Exponent’s service offerings.
• Serve as the main liaison between clients and Exponent.
• Advise and assist clients on construction disputes and advisory matters.
• Promote Exponent’s expertise by meeting with potential clients, presenting at conferences, writing thought leadership articles and white papers, and conducting seminars.
• Manage the performance of Exponent’s team and the quality of services and deliverables.
• Recruit, develop, and mentor staff.

Benefits

• At Manager level and above, total compensation includes an annual bonus and a 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.
• Competitive benefits and compensation and recognition programs.
• Programs and resources to support health and well-being.
• Mentoring, sponsorship, and a culture of learning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior