Associate Director of Survey

Atwell, LLC is a bold leader in the consulting, engineering, and construction services industry, delivering a broad range of creative solutions to clients in the real estate & land development, and energy markets. We have a strong national presence and a diverse, award-winning project portfolio. Atwell is a privately owned company, with 1,800 passionate team members across 55 locations and growing!

Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2024 awards:

• Nine consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” (#16) by Zweig Group


• Recognized as #10 in the “Top 100 Fastest Growing AEC Firms” in the U.S. by Zweig Group


• Recognized as #71 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region.


• Recognized in Crains “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing firms based in Michigan.


• Recognized in Crains Magazine as one of Michigan's largest privately held companies.

As an Associate Director at Atwell, you will be a highly valued leader with robust opportunities. We encourage our Team Leaders to be entrepreneurial decision-makers who want to own their own business within a larger organization. We are employee-focused and are always seeking opportunities to expand on the current project base with market-changing opportunities. Our Survey Team Leaders are given unlimited PTO, a Leadership Bonus Program, and Manage teams focused on diverse market sectors.

Essential Functions:

• Establish business relationships, both with colleagues and clients


• Manage business operations for your team per client guidelines


• Foster current staff by assisting with yearly targets and annual business planning


• Define department objectives through collaboration


• Encourage strategic growth of the team by creating a business development strategy across your region; this includes expanding current clients, identifying new potential clients, and fostering long-term relationships


• Maintain memberships with local residential and commercial organizations to continue to expand the reputation of the group along with the organization


• Have established relationships with land developers, general contractors, and architects to identify and win projects

Manage financial goals of the group:

• Team utilization, invoice ratio, multipliers, profitability


• Assist Project Managers with AR collections, effort vs contract value, project profitability, change order submission, monthly invoicing


• Risk management; contract review, proposal review, licensing review


• Manage invoices/subcontractors as needed


• Ensure deadlines and commitments are fulfilled


• Create and maintain current company standards per client request


• Research and implement technology improvements


• Ensure operational excellence and a repeatable process for deliverables.


• Communicate with employees:


• Lead from the front by example and allow an open flow of communication with all members of the team

Manage staff:

• Leverage other teams to define the recruitment and interview process. Negotiate a full compensation package and be aware of market standards to stay competitive in the market.


• Maintain internal relationships:


• Communicate often with Regional Vice President, Local Vice Presidents, and Directors


• Onboard new staff: create a culture of excellence from day one


• Communicate any performance issues to HR, Senior Leadership, and individuals for documentation, and termination of employees once approved by HR.

Responsible for Health & Safety:

• Health and Safety is largely emphasized throughout the organization.


• Be aware of organizational standards, communicate any potential issues with the Safety staff, and be aware of ever-changing industry standards to stay up to date.

Qualifications: 

• Survey-focused Bachelor’s Degree


• Professional Survey License required (or in process)


• 5 years of experience leading survey teams focused on Land Development or Renewable Energy

Atwell Benefits: To attract and retain the best professionals in the industry, we aim to provide an excellent working environment and a progressive benefits program designed to support your personal and professional needs.

Work/Life:

• Generous Paid Time Off


• Paid Parental Leave


• Flexible work schedules are available for some positions


• Tenure Awards — Travel Vouchers to see the world based on your travel preferences

Compensation:

• Competitive Compensation packages 


• Annual bonuses, spot bonuses and peer recognition awards


• 401K match to dollar-for-dollar up to four percent (4%)


• Tuition Assistance


• Student Loan Repayment up to $25K


• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals


• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure


• Employee Referrals up to $5,000


• Annual Wellness Reimbursement up to $500 for anything wellness related (Gym memberships, fitness tracker, home gym equipment, etc.)


• Dependent Care Match

‘Atwell’ness:

• Medical (BC/BS), Dental (Delta), and Vision (VSP)


• Family Planning & IVF Benefits


• Pet Insurance


• Health Savings Account & Flex Spending Account options


• Employer paid LTD, STD, and life insurance


• Metlife Supplemental Benefits covering accident, hospitalization, and critical illness


• Member Assistance Program (MAP) with complimentary counseling sessions, legal benefits, financial consultations, and work/life referral services