CEI Division Manager

Job Description

Overview

AtkinsRéalis seeks an energetic, highly motivated, detail-oriented, self-starter to join the Northeast (NE) Roads, Bridges, and Tolls business in our Philadelphia or Edison offices as a Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) Division Manager. In coordination with the RBT NE Sr Market Director, Sr Multi-Market Director – CEI, and local RBT NE Team, this role will be responsible for managing and growing AtkinsRéalis transportation CEI business with state Departments of Transportation (New Jersey, Pennsylvania, New York), Tolling Agencies (NJTA, DRJTBC, DRPA, PTC, NYSTA) and Local Roads clients including the City of Philadelphia.

As a Division Manager, this position will:

• Manage project execution, client relations, and business growth for the CEI business, including Construction Management, Construction Inspection and Constructability services.

• Oversee CEI operations, assignments, activities, and resources for the NE region.

• Provide leadership, direction and guidance to managers and staff within area of responsibility.

• Achieve business growth, quality, client satisfaction, and project profitability goals and objectives for the NE.

• Partner with both business units and sales directors to develop and implement strategy and to identify opportunities for staffing projects.

Your role

Staff Administration:

• Will lead a diverse team of CEI staff with a focus on promoting a culture of teamwork, quality, client service, safety, and excellence.

• Is responsible for monitoring and identifying staffing needs based on current and future workload projections.

• Leads the recruiting, hiring, transferring or terminating staff as necessary and is responsible for determining salary offers for new hire candidates as well as salary and position adjustments for existing staff.

• Conducts semi-annual performance reviews and annual career planning sessions with direct reports. Provides staff with ongoing performance feedback and counsel to promote improved performance and career development.

• Helps staff identify and pursue technical and professional development activities consistent with their career development goals and business objectives/needs.

• Advises staff concerning company policies and procedures; monitors and enforces compliance.

Project Delivery and Management:

• Responsible for the administration and observation of construction activities to determine work quality and substantial conformance with plans and specifications. Represents the firm and has ultimate responsibility for the firm's performance on the project.

• Reviews financial performance of projects being produced and/or managed within the area of responsibility; assists managers in proactively identifying potential problem projects to ensure remedial actions are promptly taken to avoid financial losses and client dissatisfaction.

• Leads subordinate internal staff involved in the observation, testing and sampling of construction materials, observation of construction work, and documentation of plan revisions and work progress.

• Monitors and enforces compliance with established quality control standards, ensuring that appropriate quality assurance activities are being performed throughout the area of responsibility. Reviews project QC plans and periodic QA compliance audits on current or recently completed projects. Assists managers in resolving problems concerning work with other work units.

Marketing and Client Maintenance:

• Participates in the development of the annual and strategic plans for the area of responsibility and implements accordingly. Actively pursues new project opportunities for the area of responsibility and the firm by maintaining contacts with current and prospective clients.

• Participates in the evaluation of new project opportunities for the area of responsibility and recommends go/no-go action.

• Identifies project proposal preparation and interview teams and develops project marketing budgets subject to review and approval by senior management.

• Identifies and works toward the resolution of client relations problems.

• Maintains visibility and professional currency by participating in professional organizations and encourages staff to do the same.

• Collaborates with other CEI leadership and business unit market leaders to share technical capabilities and resources as needed.

Contracts and Financial:

• Conducts contract negotiations with clients and subconsultants. Participates in reviews of project budgets. Monitors project performance to ensure project profitability. Monitors accounts receivable and client billings.

• May perform such other duties as the supervisor may from time to time deem necessary.

Scope:

• Manages project execution, client relations, and business growth for CEI operations in the Northeast

• Works independently under general direction. Makes approval decisions as specified in the Authorization Matrix. Accountable for business growth, quality, client satisfaction, and project profitability for area of responsibility.

• Gives direct supervision to managers, plus assigned technical and administrative support staff. Responsible for performance management and career development of direct reports.

• Interfaces with senior technical professionals and management throughout company.

• Represents the organization in a leadership role to primary clients, key public officials, and subconsultants. Maintains and develops relationships with key clients and prospective clients.

About you

• 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 operational management responsibilities.

• Excellent technical and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to manage individuals and teams, provide leadership, and manage project production. Highly skilled at promoting the firm and negotiating advantageous contracts. 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.

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) registration is required.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $190,000 - $250,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Are you ready to expand your career with us? Apply today and help us shape something extraordinary.

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Worker Type

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Job Type

Regular

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