Senior Vertical Transportation Consultant

Walker-Consultants; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

Employee stock ownership

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Health Savings Account with company

401(k) with company match

Flexible Spending Accounts

529 college savings plan

Paid time off (3 weeks)

Paid holidays (9 days)

Bereavement leave

Parental leave

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Walker Consultants seeks a Senior Vertical Transportation Consultant to lead nationwide elevator/escalator/moving walk projects, collaborating with architects, engineers, and owners to deliver high‑impact consulting services.

You will drive planning, budgeting, and schedules, oversee modernization efforts, and perform surveys and design reviews while mentoring junior staff and contributing to new business opportunities. A strong leadership and ownership mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in vertical transportation consulting.
• Strong communicator across all levels—written, verbal, and visual.
• Proven track record managing multiple complex projects with quality outcomes.
• Recognized locally as a subject matter expert in vertical transportation consulting.
• Experienced in leading teams and coordinating with internal staff and external consultants.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects from planning through completion, including budgets and schedules.
• Prepare proposals and agreements.
• Manage modernization projects and conduct equipment surveys, bidding, and construction administration.
• Conduct VT maintenance evaluations and acquisition surveys; present reports to clients.
• Oversee project schedules and ensure timely delivery of milestones.
• Perform quality and peer reviews.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior consultants.
• Participate in interviews and presentations for new opportunities.

Skills

Vertical transportation expertise

Project leadership

Stakeholder communication

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Walker Consultants is looking for a Senior Vertical Transportation Consultant to join our growing team! If you have deep experience in elevator, escalator, and moving walk systems—and a passion for smart, efficient, and code-compliant solutions—this is your opportunity to lead impactful projects across the country. You’ll collaborate with architects, engineers, property managers, and building owners to deliver consulting services that shape how people move through spaces.

At Walker, our people are our greatest strength. We foster a collaborative, supportive culture that values innovation, professional growth, and work-life balance. Here, you’ll lead meaningful work, mentor up-and-coming talent, and be part of a company that truly invests in its team.

From investigation and analysis to design, modernization, and construction administration, Walker supports every phase of the built environment. As a key member of our Vertical Transportation group, you’ll play a pivotal role in a national practice committed to elevating movement—safely, efficiently, and seamlessly.

We offer a robust total compensation and rewards package designed to support our employees’ well-being, growth, and diverse needs, including:

• Annual discretionary bonus program
• Opportunity to purchase Walker stock – Walker is 100% employee-owned!
• Medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance
• Health Savings Account with company contribution
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Spending Accounts
• 529 college savings plan
• A minimum of 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
• 9 paid holidays per year, including 3 paid floating holidays
• 5 days of bereavement leave and PTO Donation Bank to help during difficult times
• 100% compensation replacement during short-term disability leaves
• Paid parental leave that allows an additional week of paid time alongside short-term disability leave and/or applicable state paid leave programs
• Paid community involvement hours
• Tuition and licensure reimbursement
• Mental wellness benefits
• Employee Resource Groups and Affinity Groups

In this role, you will:

• Lead projects from planning through completion, including developing budgets, schedules, staffing plans, and quality standards
• Prepare proposals and agreements
• Manage complex modernization projects and perform equipment surveys, bidding, submittal reviews, and construction administration, including field reviews
• Conduct VT maintenance evaluations and acquisition surveys; prepare and present reports to clients
• Oversee project schedules and ensure timely delivery of project milestones
• Perform quality and peer reviews
• Provide guidance and mentorship to more junior consultants
• Participate in interviews and presentations for new business opportunities

What You’ll Bring to the Team:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Management, Engineering, or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training
• Minimum 5 years of experience in vertical transportation consulting
• Strong communicator across all levels—written, verbal, and visual
• Proven track record managing multiple complex projects with quality outcomes
• Recognized locally as a subject matter expert in vertical transportation consulting
• Experienced in leading teams and coordinating with internal staff and external consultants

Why Walker Consultants?

At Walker Consultants, we understand that vertical transportation systems are more than just elevators and escalators—they’re essential to how people experience and move through buildings. That’s why clients turn to us for expert consulting, thoughtful design, and reliable solutions that prioritize safety, efficiency, and long‑term performance.

Our Vertical Transportation team brings deep industry knowledge and hands‑on experience across a wide range of building types—from high‑rise office towers to mixed‑use developments and transit facilities. We support every phase of the process, including layout design, code review, modernization planning, and construction oversight. Whether it’s new construction or a retrofit, we tailor our approach to meet each project’s specific needs and constraints.

With a national footprint and a collaborative, multi‑disciplinary team, Walker offers the responsiveness of a local partner backed by the strength of a nationally respected firm. We combine technical excellence with practical insight to deliver vertical transportation solutions that work—now and for decades to come.

Join Us!

We know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're excited about this role but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply! You might just be the right person for this role—or another opportunity on our team.

At Walker Consultants, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all abilities. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, or in the workplace, please let us know—we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.

Walker Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We invite all qualified applicants to apply and do not discriminate against individuals because of their race, color, religion, national origin, gender, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or age.