Atlas is a nationwide leader in civil engineering, materials testing and geotechnical consulting services for environmental, industrial and infrastructure construction projects. Headquartered in Austin, TX, Atlas currently has over 3,500 employees with offices throughout the US, including Alaska & Hawaii. It’s no accident that Atlas creates a better experience for infrastructure and environmental projects. It’s how we are built – with the best people in the industry, with the reach and expertise to help at any and every step of the project, and with a heart-led approach that puts quality and safety at the center of everything we do. We’re just built to be better. We are a great company.
We are seeking a Sr. Project Delivery Operations Manager to join our team! This position can sit anywhere in the United States. Come join us!
As the Senior Project Delivery Operations Manager, you will provide project delivery subject matter expertise to the Director of Project Delivery in the development and maintenance of current and new Project Delivery systems and operational tools, Deltek implementation, and other Atlas information and reporting necessary to support overall Project Delivery and Regional Business operations. You will also provide subject matter expertise (SME) to support ongoing initiatives within the Project Management Office (PMO), Atlas Technical Excellence Center (TEC), Contracts Management Office (CMO), Quality Assurance (QA) and Transportation Services.
This position will report to the Director of Project Delivery.
Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Maintain a strong and positive working relationship across Project Delivery (PMO, CMO, TEC, QA) and Regional Operations staff and corporate.
Support the successful performance and operations of Atlas Project Delivery (PD) by leading corporate projects and initiatives. Atlas PD is comprised of staff that support Deliver Work/Win work operations with Project and Program Managers across the Atlas Hub and Spoke Offices, TEC and Sales as required.
Provide SME in the development, implementation and maintenance of the Atlas PM Training and Certification program. Coordinates across Atlas Subject Matter experts to develop content, conduct training, and support the development and certification of Project Managers at Atlas.
Provide Project Pricing and Estimating subject matter expertise and support the use of the Project Estimating and Pricing Tool (PEPT) across Atlas. Member of the Atlas Pricing Center of Excellence (PCOE) for development, implementation and maintenance for future development needs of the PEPT through collaboration with users and Atlas Business needs.
Provide SME and Atlas Quality Assurance for Pricing or Estimating of Major projects and contracts requiring C-Suite Executive level and/or Board of Director review and approval. Support the development and execution of Atlas approach to risk and contingencies in the PEPT and associated risk management scenarios.
Provide SME and support the Atlas Project and Program reviews and or audits to support continuous improvement of business practices and performance. This includes routine project reviews and major projects, programs, and contracts. Attend project review meetings and perform analysis and findings and ensure best practices are implemented across Atlas.
Provide Major Project startup and initiation support to Project and Program managers such as Initiation checklists, Project Execution Plans (PXP’s), and Major Projects status and review process and procedures.
Perform project and program performance analysis and reporting, complex project schedule development and review, risk management expertise and assessments, and change management expertise.
Support the development and implementation of Atlas Project Controls In collaboration with the Hub and Spoke Offices and the TEC.
Provide SME regarding dashboards, reporting and data generation needs for the leadership, project, and program managers and TEC Practices and Practice Teams. Performs assessments and analysis to improve pricing, margin accretion, identifying areas of improvement, implementing strategies including training to enhance business performance.
Works with the Project Delivery Operations Engineer in the development, maintenance and reporting of Atlas and Project delivery systems and tools such as Skillsbase, Deliver Work Hub, etc.
Supports the development, implementation and execution of policies and procedures across the Project Delivery Lifecycle. Ensures business operations systems and tools are developed and implemented to drive standard operating procedures.
Ensure quality of data utilized to accurately produce data sets for use by managers and leadership within the PMO/TEC/QA and across regional operations.
Support the development and execution of the PMO Business Plan and Key Performance Indicators.
Mentor, coach, and support the development of Project Management Excellence across Atlas.
Collect and analyze project controls information and provide analytics to Atlas leadership and management as required.
Provide Atlas Resource Management support and reporting expertise to PM’s.
Demonstrates ability to manage and prioritize multiple priorities to achieve goals of PD.
Represent Atlas technical excellence externally through participation in industry events and external activities.
Other Duties:
In coordination with the Director of Project Delivery, prioritize and support Atlas wide initiatives that require PMO/TEC/CMO/QA information and/or data to improve overall business performance. This will require support to other corporate departments such as Finance, IT, HR, and Regional Operations.
This job description does not contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may vary as needed to meet the needs of the Project Delivery.
Position Requirements:
Minimum of 10 years of progressively complex Program or Project management experience
Minimum of 5 years of Program or Project Management experience leading or managing technical staff in the successful delivery of work products
5 or more years of related technical experience in the development of information systems, tools, and dashboards to support a large technical organization.
Experience developing complex pricing, estimating, and scheduling
Experience providing pricing, estimating, and scheduling training
Expertise in the use and training of Deltek VantagePoint and other project management systems.
Knowledge and experience leading, developing, and managing project management principles and practices
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to communicate
across all levels of Atlas
Highly organized, self-motivated, and results-driven with the ability to organize priorities and multi-task effectively
Strong interpersonal skills
Professional, self-motivated, team player with strong collaboration skills and continuous learner.
Ability to contribute effectively as part of a team involving PMO/ATO/QA, Regional, or department staff.
Strong problem-solving, workload management, and organizational skills with limited supervision
Proficiency in PowerBI.
Experience in Document Control.
Working Conditions:
Ability to perform in a high stress environment.
The employee spends most of the time sitting or standing in a comfortable position with ample opportunity to move about.
Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
Ability to read or interpret data as well as having the capacity to communicate (verbally and written) with both company and outside personnel professionally and effectively.
Limited travel by case-by-case basis. Routine travel is not required.
There is a strong emphasis on safety while working both in the office and in the field.
Compensation:
$150k - $175k annual salary
The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the state’s law. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.
Benefits:
Atlas offers a comprehensive benefit program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, Atlas benefits include health, dental, vision, life, AD&D, voluntary life / AD&D, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, employee assistance program, educational assistance program.
Who We Are:
We strive to be the most sought-after infrastructure and environmental solutions company, known for our unique, values-driven approach and brought to life by the industry’s most exceptional people.
Atlas provides professional testing, inspection, engineering, environmental and consulting services from more than 100 locations nationwide. We deliver solutions to both public and private sector clients in the transportation, commercial, water, government, education and industrial markets.
With a legacy of providing consistent quality and results, Atlas creates a better experience at every stage of an infrastructure project. We connect the best experts in the industry to deliver value from concept to completion and beyond. This means doing everything our clients expect and then raising the expectations in a way that only our people can.
Our Values:
Life: We enhance quality of life. We value people and safety above all else.
Heart: As our hallmarks, we act with compassion, empathy and respect.
Trust: We work together as partners, doing what we say with full accountability.
Mastery: Always striving for the highest quality, we ensure greatness inspires all our work.
Atlas EEOC Statement
Atlas is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Atlas makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time. For more information, read through our EEO Policy https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf