What are the responsibilities and job description for the Geospatial Program Director - Western U.S. position at Woolpert, Inc.?
| Job Locations | US | Workplace Type | Remote |
Woolpert, Inc. is a cutting-edge national architecture, engineering and geospatial (AEG) firm that
delivers value to clients by blending engineering excellence with innovative technology and
geospatial applications. Woolpert continues to be certified as an Employer of Choice by Great
Place To Work. We believe great companies are built from exceptional people and amazing clients.
Because of our growth, we are seeking an experienced Program Director.
This position is primarily responsible for sales and sector growth through the establishment or
improvement of client relationships with US Geological Survey and other related Department of
Interior agencies, NOAA, FEMA, USDA while also having a strong network with state geographic
information offices, preferably in the western half of the US.
This position is also responsible for working to develop business opportunities and assure services
are performed in a manner compatible with the goal of being an industry leader.
Essential Functions:
Business Development role - 85%
- opportunities within a client base for the service line, practice area and firm.
- Identifies and builds new client relationships that match the client and project type focus
- and overall business strategy of the service line and practice area.
- Promotes Woolpert as an industry leader for specified market/practice and service(s) with
- new and existing clients.
- General geospatial technical knowledge to speak to clients about aerial and ground data
- acquisition, lidar, imagery, derivative products, GIS, and geo-enabled information systems.
Project Management role - 15%
- Assists Project Managers in negotiation of project scope, schedule, fee, and contract terms.
- Defines and communicates client needs and expectations.
- Works with Project Managers to identify, address and resolve any project issues impacting
- client goals, objectives and/or client satisfaction
- Ensures continuous stakeholder (client, client's manager, etc.) communications
- addressing, resolving and anticipating project issues.
- Additional Functions -
- Works with sales and technical leads to refine and execute sales strategy.
- Assists in marketing initiatives.
- Makes formal presentations and/or publishes articles for professional/trade/civic
- organizations.
- Must be able to travel as required.
- Must be able to travel to meet the needs and demands of the practice area. This position is
- expected to include both local and domestic travel estimated at 50%.
- Must be able to make sound decisions/recommendations based on the evaluation and
- synthesis of information and data.
- Must demonstrate an enterprising, innovative, proactive management approach.
- Must possess high levels of demonstrated leadership ability.
- Must be able to research and define multiple project scopes, schedules and budget.
- Must be able to establish and maintain rapport with clients, vendors, management and
- employee.
- Must possess strong negotiation and problem-solving skill.
- Must possess excellent facilitation and/or meeting skill.
- Must possess excellent presentation and communication (oral and written) skill.
- Must have Microsoft Office suite skill.
- Must be able to successfully manage multiple, competing priorities.
- Must have a BA/BS and 12 years related experience, MA/MS and 10 years related
- experience, or 16 years related experience.
- Must be directly responsible for selling approximately $5,000,000 on an annual basis.
- Preferred to have at least one the following certifications: ASPRS CP or Technologist, GISP or PMP.
Unique Benefits
Certified as a Great Place to Work, Woolpert is one of the fastest growing architecture, engineering, and geospatial (AEG) companies in the world. With over 60 offices and countless projects around the globe, Woolpert makes a real difference at home and abroad. In addition to offering competitive pay, we provide employees with a robust set of unique benefits, including:
- Diverse experiences: Work on meaningful projects that improve quality of life around the world.
- Freedom to work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
- Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
- Unlimited vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you.
- Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across
industries. - Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
- Paid sick time, fitness reimbursement, pet insurance, identity protection, technology stipend,
employee assistance program, and more: Choose the benefits that work best for you.
Why Woolpert?
Woolpert is looking for supportive, goal-oriented, and career-minded individuals who are, or are looking to
become, industry leaders in their fields. We blend design excellence with innovative technology and
geospatial applications to deliver exceptional value to our clients. When you join us, you'll join a team of
experts who are passionate about their work and dedicated to building the next generation of industry
leaders. Woolpert embraces progress and innovation, creating limitless opportunities for your career
growth.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
Woolpert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Salary : $5,000,000
