The Associate Director at Atwell is a leadership role responsible for managing survey teams in land development or renewable energy projects, fostering client relationships, overseeing business operations, and driving strategic growth within the organization.
Key Responsibilities
Establish and manage business relationships with clients, land developers, contractors, and architects
Oversee business operations and team management according to client guidelines
Develop and implement business development strategies to expand current clients and identify new opportunities
Manage financial goals, including team utilization, invoicing, profitability, and project financials
Assist Project Managers with accounts receivable collections, project profitability, and change order submissions
Conduct risk management activities such as contract review, proposal review, and licensing compliance
Manage subcontractor invoices and ensure project deadlines and commitments are met
Create and maintain company standards and implement technology improvements
Lead and communicate effectively with team members, fostering a culture of excellence
Recruit, onboard, and manage staff performance and development
Coordinate with leadership and HR on staffing, performance issues, and organizational standards
Ensure health and safety standards are maintained and communicated across the organization
Requirements
Survey-focused Bachelor's Degree
Professional Survey License required or in process
At least 5 years of experience leading survey teams focused on Land Development or Renewable Energy
Ability to establish and manage business relationships with colleagues and clients
Ability to manage business operations for the team per client guidelines
Experience in fostering staff development by assisting with yearly targets and annual business planning
Ability to define department objectives through collaboration
Experience in creating a business development strategy across a region, including expanding current clients, identifying new potential clients, and fostering long-term relationships
Maintain memberships with local residential and commercial organizations to expand the reputation of the group and organization
Established relationships with land developers, general contractors, and architects to identify and win projects
Ability to manage financial goals of the group, including team utilization, invoice ratio, multipliers, and profitability
Assist Project Managers with accounts receivable collections, effort vs contract value, project profitability, change order submission, and monthly invoicing
Conduct contract review, proposal review, licensing review for risk management
Manage invoices for subcontractors as needed
Ensure deadlines and commitments are fulfilled
Create and maintain current company standards per client request
Research and implement technology improvements
Ensure operational excellence and a repeatable process for deliverables
Effective communication with employees and leadership
Lead staff by example and promote open communication within the team
Manage staff recruitment, onboarding, and performance issues in coordination with HR and leadership
Maintain internal relationships and communicate often with Regional Vice President, Local Vice Presidents, and Directors
Create a culture of excellence from day one for new staff
Ensure health and safety standards are communicated and maintained, and stay updated on industry standards
Be aware of organizational standards related to health and safety and communicate potential issues to Safety staff
Demonstrate leadership qualities and manage staff effectively
Negotiate full compensation packages and stay aware of market standards to remain competitive
Benefits & Perks
Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible work schedules
Travel Vouchers
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 up to 25K
Paid Licensing Certification Fees and Renewals
Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
Employee Referrals up to 5,000
Annual Wellness Reimbursement up to 500
Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.
Dependent Care Match
Medical, Dental, and Vision 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 counseling, legal, financial, and work-life services
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