Roads/Bridges/Highways Engineering Sector Manager - Tennessee

Position Overview

Atlas, a nationwide leader in infrastructure and environmental consulting with over 3,400 employees, is seeking a Sector Manager to expand its Infrastructure presence in Tennessee. In this leadership role, you will oversee business growth and operations in a region generating up to $20M revenue, manage client relationships, guide project performance, and drive strategic initiatives. This position can be based in any major Tennessee city.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute regional growth strategy.
• Oversee client management, networking, and outreach activities.
• Facilitate sales and marketing efforts, coordinating with the sales team and promoting cross-selling across business units.
• Lead strategic planning meetings, setting sector goals and budgets.
• Ensure effective communication across business units and provide regular updates on corporate, regional, and divisional requirements.
• Conduct sector-level meetings, review Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and monitor project turn-around times.
• Participate in annual budgeting and resource planning, guiding staff assignments and scheduling.
• Continuously oversee financial and project performance including profitability, timelines, client satisfaction, and quality.
• Manage client billing reviews and coordinate with regional cash managers.
• Provide mentoring and staff development to support professional licensing and certifications.
• Oversee timesheet, expense, and training approvals in line with company procedures.
• Ensure compliance with desired certifications and facilitate associated training.
• Manage project initializations, mobilizations, budgeting, and ongoing pursuits using company platforms.
• Act as project manager on select projects, including proposal development and estimation.
• Supervise daily activities, address operational issues, and uphold quality control.
• Provide peer-review for designs, reports, and deliverables.
• Develop and present proposals, reports, and maintain effective communication with clients and stakeholders.
• Foster a positive work environment aligned with Atlas’ mission and values: Life, Heart, Trust, Mastery.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field; M.S. preferred.
• PE License is preferred but not mandatory.
• 20+ years of experience in transportation (planning, environmental, design, construction).
• 10+ years working on Federal/TDOT projects with a deep understanding of TDOT policies and procurement methods.
• Extensive client and professional network with proven ability to cultivate and manage relationships.
• Experience managing business units or departments with a track record of implementing growth and delivery strategies.
• 25% Travel requirement.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills.
• Experience with financial planning, budgeting, reporting, and tracking.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life, AD&D, voluntary life/AD&D, and disability benefits
• 401k program
• Paid time off, holidays, and leave programs
• Employee assistance and educational assistance programs