Principal Project Manager

AtkinsRéalis Group; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid Time Off

Flexible work options

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Principal Project Manager for our Marietta, GA office to lead infrastructure projects for local government. You will liaison with DOTs, city officials, and stakeholders, directing project meetings and delivering updates on design and construction progress.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in engineering, a GA PE license, and at least 10 years of project management experience in public sector settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Georgia required.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in an engineering/project management role on local government projects.
• Previous experience in Traffic Engineering preferred
• Previous experience in a Liaison position preferred.
• Experience working with elected officials and local government officials.
• Knowledge and experience in local government public infrastructure planning, design, and construction.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills in dealing with internal and external customers.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in problem-solving and conflict resolution.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Knowledge of GDOT, federal and local regulations as they apply to local government capital improvement projects.

Responsibilities

• Act as a communication liaison between County Department of Transportation and City officials.
• Establish and maintain effective and positive working relationships with public officials, and with other county or local governmental departments.
• Participate in project meetings and provide regular updates to project stakeholders.
• Communicates with the general public, County and City leadership, employees, and elected officials to provide information regarding capital improvement project design and construction.
• Prepares various written documents including council reports, memos, studies, and correspondence in order to evaluate progress and respond to information requests.
• Prepare and provide reports/presentations to the Board of Commissioners, City Council, and to various groups and organizations as called upon.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Public sector liaison

Problem-solving

Time management

Teamwork

Negotiation

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Professional Engineer license (GA)

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Overview We are hiring! AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Principal Project Manager to join our Marietta, GA office. About Us AtkinsRéalis is one of the world's most respected design, engineering, and project management consultancies. AtkinsRéalis has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years. AtkinsRéalis has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy. How will you contribute to the team?

• Act as a communication liaison between County Department of Transportation and City officials.
• Establish and maintain effective and positive working relationships with public officials, and with other county or local governmental departments.
• Participate in project meetings and provide regular updates to project stakeholders.
• Communicates with the general public, County and City leadership, employees, and elected officials to provide information regarding capital improvement project design and construction.
• Prepares various written documents including council reports, memos, studies, and correspondence in order to evaluate progress and respond to information requests.
• Prepare and provide reports/presentations to the Board of Commissioners, City Council, and to various groups and organizations as called upon. What will you contribute?
• Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Georgia required.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in an engineering/project management role on local government projects.
• Previous experience in Traffic Engineering preferred
• Previous experience in a Liaison position preferred.
• Experience working with elected officials and local government officials.
• Knowledge and experience in local government public infrastructure planning, design, and construction.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills in dealing with internal and external customers.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience in problem-solving and conflict resolution.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proven experience in project coordination or management.
• Knowledge of GDOT, federal and local regulations as they apply to local government capital improvement projects.
• Rewards & Benefits At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact. Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.
• About AtkinsRéalis We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Find out more.
• Additional Information Expected compensation range is between $150,000-$180,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.
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