Business Development Manager

External Description

Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects.

Headquartered in Austin, TX, Atlas currently has over 3,500 employees with offices throughout the US, including Alaska & Hawaii.

It’s no accident that Atlas creates a better experience for infrastructure and environmental projects. It’s how we are built with the best people in the industry, with the reach and expertise to help at any and every step of the project, and with a heart-led approach that puts quality and safety at the center of everything we do.

We’re just built to be better. We are a great company.

We are seeking a Business Development Manager to join our Austin, TX team! Come join us!

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Generate growth opportunities from new and existing clients and / or service lines in target market sectors such as infrastructure, transportation, advanced technology manufacturing, water, energy and power, and sustainability.
• Maximize financial return with strategic alliances and favorable contracts.
• Business development planning.
• Develop and maintain relationships with existing clients.
• Respond to bid opportunities and proposal requests.
• Assume active roles in professional organizations and attend industry events.
• Coordinate introductory meetings between new and existing clients and Atlas technical staff.
• Conduct client presentations, lunch and learns, and other applicable client education events.
• Maintain client / opportunity records in current Atlas CRM platform.

Requirements

Minimum Requirements :

10+ years of business development experience in Central Texas with several or all the following disciplines : alternative delivery, quality management, program management, construction management, engineering and design, environmental engineering;

and testing, inspection, and certification.

• Strong relationships within companies and agencies associated with above needs.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• A valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Successful track record of building client relationships and generating revenue.

Technical Requirements :

• Knowledgeable in Consulting Work Products
• Knowledgeable in Proposal Writing in the AEC / Construction Industry
• Proficient in MSWord and MS Excel
• Familiarity with CRM platforms

Other Miscellaneous Qualities :

• Familiarity / experience in the transportation and infrastructure sectors
• Familiarity / experience with the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), the City of Austin and San Antonio, and major construction contractors a plus.

Benefits :

Atlas offers a comprehensive benefit program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, Atlas benefits include health, dental, vision, life, AD&D, voluntary life / AD&D, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, employee assistance program, educational assistance program.

Who We Are :

We strive to be the most sought-after infrastructure and environmental solutions company, known for our unique, values-driven approach and brought to life by the industry’s most exceptional people.

Atlas provides professional testing, inspection, engineering, environmental and consulting services from more than 100 locations nationwide.

We deliver solutions to both public and private sector clients in the transportation, commercial, water, government, education and industrial markets.

With a legacy of providing consistent quality and results, Atlas creates a better experience at every stage of an infrastructure project.

We connect the best experts in the industry to deliver value from concept to completion and beyond. This means doing everything our clients expect and then raising the expectations in a way that only our people can.

Our Values :

Life : We enhance quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.

Heart : As our hallmarks, we act with compassion, empathy and respect.

Trust : We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.

Mastery : Always striving for the highest quality, we ensure greatness inspires all our work.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion are at the core of our purpose & values :

We are committed to enhancing the lives of our employees, customers, shareholders, and the communities where we live and work.

We believe in our heart-led approach and place a strong focus on conducting our business in an ethical, compassionate, and respectful way.

Through our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Program, we seek to hire, develop, and promote a talented and diverse team of professionals nationwide.

We believe in leveraging the power of our different backgrounds, beliefs, perspectives and capabilities to create value for our company and our communities.

Our values of Life, Heart, Mastery and Trust are the principles by which we operate, the character of our people, and the culture of our organization. We’re Stronger Together.

Atlas EEOC Statement

Atlas is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.

Atlas makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, read through our EEO Policy