Associate Director - Land Development

Atwell, LLC; Lincolnshire (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid Time Off

Flexible work schedules

Tuition Assistance

401K match

Annual Wellness Reimbursement

Job summary

Atwell, LLC, based in Lincolnshire, Illinois, is looking for an Associate Director to contribute to land development projects. This role involves leadership, team management, and business development to ensure the firm's growth and operational excellence.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, PE Licensure, and at least 8 years of relevant experience. Excellent benefits include competitive compensation, flexible work schedules, and extensive professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in relevant field.
• Relevant work experience in Illinois preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with leadership to set clear business objectives.
• Develop and present annual business plans to VP/Regional Leader.
• Drive revenue goals and monitor team utilization and profitability.

Skills

Leadership and management

Business development

Client relationship management

Project management

Safety protocols knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

PE Licensure

Job description

As an Associate Director at Atwell, you will work with a dynamic and growing multi‑disciplinary firm on land development projects. Your responsibilities will encompass actively contributing to our firm's growth while providing leadership and management to the team.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with leadership to set clear business objectives.
• Develop and present annual business plans to the VP/Regional Leader.
• Work with department heads to establish department‑specific goals.
• Support and manage business development activities and internal BD training.
• Cultivate and maintain strong client relationships.
• Strategically develop future business opportunities and maintain relationships with current and potential clients.
• Drive revenue goals and monitor team utilization, invoice ratio, effort margin, and profitability.
• Oversee project management, including AR collections, contract value vs. effort, project profitability, change order management, and monthly invoicing.
• Manage risks through contract and proposal review and licensing compliance.
• Supervise invoices and subcontractors as needed.
• Ensure adherence to company and service sector standards.
• Promote the use of company templates and ensure their functionality.
• Manage survey equipment and fleet to ensure operational excellence.
• Recommend and justify technology improvements.
• Ensure a consistent and repeatable process for deliverables.
• Maintain an open‑door policy for effective communication.
• Share company objectives, reports, and data with the team.
• Facilitate employee development through performance management, training, and mentorship.
• Supervise and lead the team, including recruitment, interviews, hiring, onboarding, training, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions (up to and including termination).
• Collaborate with Human Resources on staffing needs, onboarding, workers' compensation, ADA accommodations, performance issues, and offboarding.
• Understand and enforce safety protocols related to onboarding, training, and reporting.
• Promote a culture of safety awareness within the team.
• Ensure team engagement, direction, and training on safety aspects and requirements of projects.
• Attend workshops and relevant educational events.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices through professional publications.
• Build and maintain personal and professional networks.
• Participate in professional societies and trade associations.
• Encourage dialogue and collaboration within project teams and across market sectors.
• Foster a culture of open and effective communication throughout the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from an EAC/ABET Accredited University
• PE Licensure Required
• 8+ years of experience
• Relevant work experience in Illinois preferred.

Pay Range : $120,000 USD - $180,000 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
• 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
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referrals
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)
• Dependent Care Match
• 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