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 Southern California Area Manager to join our San Diego, CA team! Come join us!

This person oversees and directs all operations and business development. Activities for the Southern California region, which covers the geographic area of the San Diego and Los Angeles counties and the Inland Empire region. Management duties include business development and client management, program management, process analysis and improvement, team leadership, and technical oversight of the work of professional staff, technicians and inspectors. Further, the Area Manager participates in company marketing and sales activities and corporate development activities, including development of department budgets, client relationships, service, and management. The Area Manager is ultimately accountable for all project quality and performance as well as top and bottom-line performance.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Oversees daily activities, solving operational problems as needed.
• Monitors and improves quality of departments activities.
• Mentors and develops staff to assist them in pursuing personal and professional growth.
• Oversees delivery team leaders for performance of work to acceptable quality and company standards.
• Assists in matters of office administration and project management (including direct personal involvement in technical work, proposals, presentations and estimating).
• Development of regional revenue goals and annual budgets.
• Monitors the quality of the work produced and ensures that each delivery teams are meeting project and client requirements.
• Prepares written reports; reviews staff’s reports and monitors turn-around times for projects.
• Provides peer-review for other professionals of designs, reports and other documents.
• Develops and presents verbal and written proposals, reports, interacts with owners, architects and/or consulting engineers, and prospective clients.
• Makes professional and technical recommendations regarding project design and/or corrective measures.
• Problem solves and determines compliance issue resolutions.
• Participate in strategic planning, development and the implementation of marketing programs.
• Initiating and developing contact with existing relationships through client management and relationship building.
• Pursues work on behalf of the services provided; prepares or coordinates for estimates and bids to be prepared for potential work and is involved in other business development activities.
• Performs review of Profit & Loss Statement and monitors the Area revenue and expense budgets.
• Attends and participates in manager’s meetings, other management meetings, strategic planning meetings, and establishing revenue goals and departmental/office budgets.
• Strives to see that the Area office accomplishes the stated Mission of the company, and that Atlas’ Values, Goals and Objectives are met.
• Demonstrates and personifies an attitude of professionalism, customer service, work ethic and the positive spirit for all employees in the office.

Minimum requirements:

• B.S. in Geology, Civil Engineering or Construction Management preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years managing a business/operation in the civil/construction consulting industry.
• Strong Consulting/Construction/Materials Testing & Inspection background.
• Fluent in Financial Statement analysis and business forecasting.
• Preference given to candidates meeting minimum requirements and holding a professional registration in their respective field (PE, PG, CEG, CCM etc.)

Compensation:
$200k - $250k 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:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans, 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Company Paid Disability Plans, Company Paid Life Insurance Voluntary Life Insurance, Dependent and Flexible Spending Accounts, Tuition Reimbursement, Commuter Benefit, Paid Parental Leave, Holidays (9 paid Holidays per year), Vacation, Sick & Safety Leave

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

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