Strategic Projects & Department Leader

LVI Associates; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus opportunity

Health, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and company holidays

Professional development and licensing

Job summary

LVI Associates seeks a Department Manager / Project Manager to lead multidisciplinary teams, oversee project delivery, and drive business growth. The role blends operational leadership with financial management and staff development to support organizational growth and market expansion.

The position emphasizes strong client relationships, budget control, and strategic initiative execution across projects. A PE/RPLS or equivalent credential preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Surveying, Construction Management, Geomatics, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive project management or department leadership.
• Experience managing large-scale, multidisciplinary projects and teams.
• Strong knowledge of project financials, budgeting, forecasting, AR/WIP management, and resource planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple projects, teams, and operational functions across various disciplines.
• Develop and implement operational plans, procedures, and staffing strategies to support growth and efficiency.
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, contracts, billings, utilization, and overall financial performance.
• Monitor key performance indicators, resource allocations, productivity metrics, and departmental performance.
• Prepare and review project scopes, proposals, budgets, fee estimates, and QA/QC processes.
• Establish staffing plans and coordinate resources to ensure successful project execution.
• Build, maintain, and expand client relationships while identifying new business development opportunities.
• Present project updates, technical information, and strategic initiatives to clients and stakeholders.
• Recruit, mentor, coach, and develop professional staff while fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture.
• Coordinate with subconsultants, business partners, and internal teams to achieve organizational objectives.
• Represent the organization at client meetings, industry events, trade shows, and community functions.
• Support company strategic initiatives while promoting excellence, safety, integrity, and customer service.

Skills

Leadership

Financial Acumen

Strategic Planning

Project Delivery

Business Development

Client Management

Decision Making

Team Development

Communication

Accountability

Customer Focus

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Surveying, Construction Management, Geomatics, or related field

Tools

CAD software

BIM software

Job description

LVI Associates seeks a Department Manager / Project Manager to lead multidisciplinary teams, oversee project delivery, and drive business growth. The role blends operational leadership with financial management and staff development to support organizational growth and market expansion.

The position emphasizes strong client relationships, budget control, and strategic initiative execution across projects. A PE/RPLS or equivalent credential preferred.