Project Director

Key Responsibilities

• Portfolio Leadership: Is accountable for the successful delivery of a portfolio of projects, ensuring alignment with client goals and firm strategy.
• 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.
• 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-discipline projects.
• PMP certification is required or must be obtained within one year of employment.

Rewards & Benefits

Rewards & Benefits: AtkinsRéalis offers a comprehensive benefits package including 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 absence options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits.

About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis: We are a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization dedicated to transforming infrastructure and energy systems. Our commitment to innovation and sustainability drives us to create a better future for our planet and communities. AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer.

Additional Information

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