Mid-Atlantic Rail & Transit Director - Atkinsrealis : Job Details

Why join us?

It's an exciting time at AtkinsRéalis! We are rapidly growing in the US. Our company purpose is to build a better world for our planet and its people. We recognize the importance of making sure that our clients and employees feel this purpose every day. AtkinsRéalis is proud of our company culture that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our company ethos includes collaboration through the connection of people, data, and technology. We are a global firm that leverages having employees located throughout the world, creating valuable partnerships and doing our part to make this planet and its people thrive. We need energetic, passionate, and eager professionals like you to join our team. There has never been a better time to be a part of AtkinsRéalis!

We are hiring! Atkins seeks a Sr. Transit Project Director to join our team in Alexandria, VA. The candidate would lead the growth of our transit market in the Mid-Atlantic Region. Typical projects and pursuits might include program management engagements, transit or rail projects of regional or national significance, alternative delivery (design-build-operate-maintain) projects, and delivery of varied transit technologies such as Light Rail, modern streetcar, and Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) on behalf of public sector transit and rail clients throughout the Region. Project development, including projects in the NEPA/environmental approval phase, may be included.

How will you contribute to the team?

• INTERNAL STAFF ADMINISTRATION: Assists management team in identifying staffing needs based on future workload and manpower projections for project staffing. Reviews managers' recommendations to recruit, hire, transfer, or terminate project staff; approves/disapproves or endorses recommendations and presents to senior management for approval as required by established authorization guidelines. Conducts semi-annual performance reviews and annual career planning sessions with management staff within assigned project. Provides staff with ongoing performance feedback and counsel to promote improved performance and career development.
• PROJECT PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT: Assists project staff in developing work plans; reviews and approves schedules, budgets, project milestone dates, and work products. Oversees financial performance of projects; assists project staff in identifying potential problems to ensure remedial actions are promptly taken to avoid financial losses and client dissatisfaction. Manages or provides oversight on a portfolio of projects or capital program(s) of significant size and complexity.
• MARKETING AND CLIENT MAINTENANCE: Responsible for maintaining positive client relations with existing clients and building new relationships. Serves as the single point of contact to the client and acts as a liaison between management and clients on advanced program-related issues. Prepares and delivers presentations on behalf and in support of the client's program.
• CONTRACTS AND FINANCIAL: Conducts contract negotiations with clients and sub-consultants. Develops and recommends operational budgets for approval by senior management. Monitors monthly performance against budget to ensure project profitability.
• Performs such other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.

What will you contribute?

• Bachelor's degree in field of practice. Post graduate degree preferred. Management coursework and/or MBA a plus. This level may be achieved by technical professionals or technical managers with 15 years of experience since B.S., with at least three of these years in positions with project management or supervisory responsibilities.
• Excellent technical and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to manage individuals and teams, provide leadership, and manage project production. Must have business vision, excellent communication skills, and be able to represent the firm effectively to clients, key public officials, and the community in general.
• P.E. is required.

What we offer at AtkinsRéalis:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible work schedules
• Group Insurance
• Two Floating Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave (including maternity and paternity)
• Pet Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Learning and development programs, training, career opportunities, and a highly regarded tuition reimbursement program
• An inclusive culture of Employee Resources Groups centered around women, African-Americans, Hispanics, LGBTQ+, Neurodiversity, and Emerging Professionals.

If this sounds like you and you would like to expand your career with us, apply today!

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. EOE/Minorities/Females/Veteran/Disability.