Senior Project Manager

Who We Are Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 2,000+ passionate team members across 75+ locations and growing! Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2025 awards: - Ten consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” by Zweig Group (#11) - Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region - Recognized in Crain's “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing companies (#14) - Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the Southeastern US The Senior Project Manager will meet client needs and achieve project profitability by representing Atwell in all communications with the client, communicating with Atwell management, and assembling & managing Atwell project teams and progresses. In this role, an employee will be expected to develop and demonstrate proficiency in regards to the essential functions of the job found below. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - Establish annual Project Manager business plan. - Establish project objectives: - Collaborate with client and management. - Develop project proposal. - Ensure contractual relationship with client: - Negotiate and obtain signed contract prior to commencing work. - Invoice work and collect A/R in accordance with contract. - Determine project status: - Collect, analyze, and summarize information and trends. - Establish the project plan: - Determine timeframes, budgets, staffing, and project schedule. - Organize project team: - Assemble and direct team members. - Assign responsibilities. - Forecast workload shortages and overages. - Negotiate and contract with approved sub-consultants. - Establish and achieve financial objectives: Maintain project budget and schedule. - Approve expenditures. - Analyze variances (e.g., scope creep). - Negotiate changes in scope/contract. - Invoice and collect payment per contract terms. - Initiate corrective actions. - Report results to management. - Approve work product: Analyze design, client requirements, and performance standards. - Foster relationship with client: - Keep client informed. - Respond to client’s concerns in a timely manner. - Develop future business: - Provide marketing support and presentations. - Follow up on outstanding proposals. - Proactively build and maintain relationships with current and future clients. - Ensure project team performance: - Coach, counsel, and mentor team members. - Plan, monitor, and appraise job results. - Communicate with team members and management. - Ensure project and client communications: - Compile project status updates for both internal and client use. - Maintain web-based document management software typical for program clients such as Expesite, Buzzsaw, etc. - Maintain project inputs in Vision: - Opportunities and proposals. - Contract amendments. - Reporting. - Maintain project file: Collect and organize project materials. - Ensure product quality and Atwell reputation: Follow Atwell Product Quality Manual and established standards. - Maintain professional and technical knowledge: - Attend educational workshops. - Review professional and market segment publications. - Establish personal networks. - Participate in applicable professional societies and trade associations. - Achieve performance objectives: - Meet or exceed designated chargeability, invoicing ratio, individual revenue goals, % Accounts Receivable >60 days, work-in-process, write- offs, hours worked, dollar value of proposals written, and business development hour. EDUCATION - Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental, Land Planning, Land Surveying or equivalent. - Professional License(s) is required. Examples include the following: PE, PS, AICP, CPG RLA EXPERIENCE - Eight (8) plus years of experience in Civil Engineering, Environmental, Land Planning, Survey, or related field. - Must have advanced knowledge of Vision as a project management tool. - Experience managing and mentoring other employees. Disclaimer While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you. Atwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resumes to any Atwell employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by Atwell and approved by the Atwell Talent Acquisition Team. #LI-AE1 Atwell Benefits: To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs. Work/Life: - 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 Compensation: - 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 ‘Atwell’ness: - 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