Senior Vertical Transportation Leader – Elevators & Modernization

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 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.