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Associate Director - Survey

Associate Director - Survey

Atwell, LLCNaperville, IL, US
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Job Description

Job Description

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 55+ locations and growing!

Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2024 awards :

  • Nine consecutive years in a row as a "Best Place to Work" (#16) by Zweig Group
  • Recognized as #10 in the "Top 100 Fastest Growing AEC Firms" in the U.S. by Zweig Group
  • Recognized as #71 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region.
  • Recognized in Crains "Fast 50" as one of the fastest-growing firms based in Michigan.
  • Recognized in Crains Magazine as one of Michigan's largest privately held companies.

As an Associate Director at Atwell, you will be a highly valued leader with robust opportunities. We encourage our Team Leaders to be entrepreneurial decision-makers who want to own their own business within a larger organization. We are employee-focused and are always seeking opportunities to expand on the current project base with market-changing opportunities. Our Survey Team Leaders are given unlimited PTO, a Leadership Bonus Program, and Manage teams focused on diverse market sectors.

Essential Functions :

  • Establish business relationships, both with colleagues and clients
  • Manage business operations for your team per client guidelines
  • Foster current staff by assisting with yearly targets and annual business planning
  • Define department objectives through collaboration
  • Encourage strategic growth of the team by creating a business development strategy across your region; this includes expanding current clients, identifying new potential clients, and fostering long-term relationships
  • Maintain memberships with local residential and commercial organizations to continue to expand the reputation of the group along with the organization
  • Have established relationships with land developers, general contractors, and architects to identify and win projects

    • Manage financial goals of the group :

  • Team utilization, invoice ratio, multipliers, profitability
  • Assist Project Managers with AR collections, effort vs contract value, project profitability, change order submission, monthly invoicing
  • Risk management; contract review, proposal review, licensing review
  • Manage invoices / 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.
  • Communicate with employees :
  • Lead from the front by example and allow an open flow of communication with all members of the team

    • Manage staff :

  • Leverage other teams to define the recruitment and interview process. Negotiate a full compensation package and be aware of market standards to stay competitive in the market.
  • Maintain internal relationships :
  • Communicate often with Regional Vice President, Local Vice Presidents, and Directors
  • Onboard new staff : create a culture of excellence from day one
  • Communicate any performance issues to HR, Senior Leadership, and individuals for documentation, and termination of employees once approved by HR.

    • Responsible for Health & Safety :

  • Health and Safety is largely emphasized throughout the organization.
  • Be aware of organizational standards, communicate any potential issues with the Safety staff, and be aware of ever-changing industry standards to stay up to date.

    • Qualifications :

  • Survey-focused Bachelor's Degree
  • Professional Survey License required (or in process)
  • 5+ years of experience leading survey teams focused on Land Development or Renewable Energy

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    Pay Range

    $120,000—$160,000 USD

    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 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 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
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