Project Director

Hegarty Business Services; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical

dental

vision

company-paid life and short- and long‑

disability benefits

employer‑matched 401(k) with 100% vest

employee stock purchase plan

Paid Time Off

leaves of absences options

flexible work options

recognition and employee satisfaction

employee assistance program

voluntary benefits

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Denver, CO seeks a Project Director to provide strategic oversight and delivery of a portfolio of transportation projects. You will govern resources, manage risks, and engage stakeholders while guiding cross-functional teams toward high-impact outcomes.

The role requires twelve years of experience, 6–8 years in PM, and PMP certification (or commitment to obtain within one year). This is a full-time, on-site position with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering; graduate degree preferred.
• Minimum of twelve (12) years of professional experience, 6–8 years in PM.
• PMP certification required or to be obtained within one year.

Responsibilities

• Portfolio leadership: accountable for successful delivery of a portfolio of projects.
• Project review & coordination with Project Managers for consistency and timely delivery.
• Client & stakeholder engagement as primary contact for high-level interactions.
• Technical oversight: guidance on approaches, design standards, and deliverables.
• Project management support to resolve constraints and priorities.
• Governance & risk leadership: establish portfolio governance and mitigate risks.
• Performance monitoring & reporting: track KPIs and support data-driven decisions.
• Team leadership & development: mentor project managers and leads.
• Quality assurance and compliance with internal standards.
• Strategic planning & business development to support growth in transportation consulting services.

Skills

Portfolio leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Governance & risk leadership

Team leadership & development

Performance monitoring & reporting

Strategic planning

Quality assurance & compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical oversight

Project management support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Graduate degree preferred

PMP certification

Tools

PMP certification

Job description

Project Director

Denver, Colorado, United States of America

Full time

Expected compensation range is between $180,000 - $190,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Overview

We are seeking a Project Director to join our team in Denver, CO.

The Project Director is responsible for the strategic oversight and successful delivery of a portfolio of projects aligned with organizational goals. This role ensures effective governance, resource allocation, risk management, and stakeholder engagement across multiple initiatives. The Project Director leads cross-functional teams, drives performance, and fosters continuous improvement to achieve high-impact outcomes within scope, budget, and timeline.

Your role

• Portfolio Leadership: Is accountable for the successful delivery of a portfolio of projects, ensuring alignment with client goals and firm strategy. Oversees a portfolio of projects, ensuring alignment with client goals, regulatory standards, and firm-wide strategic priorities.


• Project Review & Coordination: Conduct regular reviews of project status, risks, and performance with the Project Managers to ensure consistency, quality, and timely delivery across the portfolio


• Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as the primary point of contact for high-level client interactions, fostering trust and ensuring stakeholder expectations are met or exceeded. Technical Oversight: Provide guidance on technical approaches, design standards, and technical deliverables to ensure excellence and compliance with regulations.


• Project Management Support: Support project managers in resolving constraints or competing priorities.


• Governance and Risk Leadership: Establish portfolio-wide governance structures, lead risk mitigation strategies, and ensure compliance with applicable regulations. Updated September 2025


• Risk & Issue Management: Identify and mitigate risks across the portfolio, escalating critical issues and implementing corrective actions in collaboration with project teams and the Project Manager.


• Performance Monitoring & Reporting: Track key performance indicators, participate in business reviews as needed, and support data-driven decision making for continuous improvement.


• Team Leadership & Development: Mentor project managers and technical leads, promoting a collaborative culture and professional growth within the practice.


• Quality Assurance and Compliance: Ensure all projects adhere to internal quality standards.


• Strategic Planning and Business Development: Contribute to strategic planning, proposal development, and client presentations to support growth and innovation in transportation consulting services.

About You

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering. Graduate degree preferred. Management coursework and/or MBA a plus.


• This position requires minimum of twelve (12) years of professional experience; 6-8 years of PM experience, including some experience managing multi-disciplinary projects.


• PMP certification is required or must be obtained within one year of employment.

Rewards & benefits

• 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


• voluntary benefits

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability

Please review AtkinsRéalis' Equal Opportunity Statement here.

Applications for this position are accepted on a rolling basis; no application deadline applies.

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