Senior Manager

Exponent Inc. • Atlanta, GA

11d • $180,000 - $275,000 • 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 involves working with a dynamic, multidisciplinary team to advise and assist utility clients on large and complex projects. The Senior Manager will lead and expand consulting services for clients in utilities, oil and gas, energy, data centers, infrastructure, and transportation, with a focus on construction dispute resolution and advisory work.

The position includes developing client relationships and business opportunities, serving as the primary liaison between clients and Exponent, and overseeing team performance and the quality of services and deliverables. The Senior Manager will also help promote Exponent’s expertise and recruit, develop, and mentor staff.

Exponent describes its office environment as collaborative and multidisciplinary, with consultants working in person unless traveling for client work or other business activities. Consultants have autonomy to balance their work and personal schedules. Total compensation at Manager level and above includes base salary, annual bonus, and a 401(k) employer contribution equal to 7% of base salary. The listed base salary range is $180,000–$275,000 per year, depending on experience and capabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree 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.
• Proven business development and client management track record.
• 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 with construction disputes and advisory matters.
• Promote Exponent’s expertise by meeting potential clients, presenting at conferences, writing thought leadership articles and white papers, and conducting seminars.
• Manage Exponent team performance and the quality of services and deliverables.
• Recruit, develop, and mentor staff.

Benefits

• At Manager level and above, a 401(k) employer contribution of 7% of base salary.
• Annual bonus as part of total compensation.
• Competitive benefits and compensation and recognition programs.
• Programs and resources to support health and well-being.

What This Job Offers

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