District Director New Atlanta, GA

Burgess & Niple, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Burgess & Niple, Inc. seeks a District Director to lead transformative transportation and municipal programs in the region.

You will develop and execute a strategic business plan, guide early project acquisition, and grow a robust practice serving public clients across transportation and municipal services. You will build lasting relationships with state DOTs and local governments, align operations with financial targets, and mentor teams while expanding the firm’s footprint through strong

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration required in the employment state.
• 20+ years of success leading transportation and municipal projects.
• Experience managing client relationships with state/local governments in the region.
• Strong business development with key public-sector decision makers.
• Excellent communication and leadership with collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a district business plan aligned with BN core values and goals.
• Recruit and develop talent to grow a robust public-client practice.
• Lead early project acquisition and convert relationships to contracts.
• Collaborate with division leadership on budgeting and projections.
• Build teaming opportunities with local consultants and agencies; actively network.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Business development

Strategic planning

Team building

Education

ABET-accredited Bachelors in Civil Engineering

Job description

For more than a century, Burgess & Niple has helped communities strengthen the infrastructure that supports everyday life. Our teams combine technical expertise with a commitment to improving quality of life, safety and sustainability. At B&N, that legacy shapes meaningful careers. You will collaborate on projects that make a difference, grow alongside experienced teams and contribute to work that has lasting impact.

Lead transformative transportation and municipal projects while shaping the future of our regional practice as a District Director. In this pivotal role, you'll develop and execute a strategic business plan, lead early project acquisition, and grow a robust practice serving public clients across transportation and municipal services, while building lasting relationships with key decision-makers at state DOTs and local governments. You'll combine deep technical expertise with strategic business development and talent leadership to strengthen our footprint in the region.

What You'll Do

• Develop and implement a business plan in alignment with B&N core values and strategic goals, addressing market needs across transportation and municipal services
• Recruit, onboard, and develop talent, growing a robust practice to serve public clients
• Lead early project acquisition, convert existing client relationships to contract opportunities, and ensure successful project delivery meeting client expectations and financial targets
• Collaborate with Division leadership on budgeting and business projections for area operations
• Building teaming opportunities with local consultants and agencies; actively network and represent B&N in professional organizations

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering from an ABET accredited engineering program
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration required in the state of employment
• 20+ years of proven success in leading and delivery transportation and municipal projects
• Experience managing client relationships and delivery complex projects for state and local governments in the region
• Proven business development experience with strong relationship with key public sector client decision makers
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to foster collaboration
• A positive and entrepreneurial attitude, self directed yet a team player with a focus on quality, integrity and success

Burgess & Niple is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Notice to Recruiting Agencies

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