Program Manager - MC&I

Who We Are

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 2,000+ passionate team members across 75+ locations and growing!

Atwell, LLC is a proud recipient of the following 2025 awards:

• Ten consecutive years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” by Zweig Group (#11)
• Recognized as #70 in the ENR Top 500 Design Firms, ranked in every region
• Recognized in Crain's “Fast 50” as one of the fastest-growing companies (#14)
• Recognized as the 2025 ENR Design Firm of the year for the Southeastern US
  

About the Position

A Program Manager plays a crucial role in the organization by overseeing multiple projects. The primary focus of a Program Manager is to achieve results that are in line with the organization's and/or client’s larger picture, and this requires a strong sense of initiative and the ability to think creatively and innovatively. To achieve optimal performance, a Program Manager must be proactive in generating ideas and strategies for quick responses to challenges and changes in the market. This involves having a deep understanding of the industry, staying up-to-date with trends and emerging technologies, and anticipating potential roadblocks that may arise.

In addition to being a strategic thinker, a Program Manager must also have excellent communication and leadership skills. They must be able to motivate and inspire their team members to achieve their best, while also ensuring that everyone is working towards the same goals. This requires a high degree of emotional intelligence, the ability to manage conflict and build strong relationships, and the willingness to be accountable for their decisions and actions. Ultimately, a successful Program Manager is someone who is able to balance the big picture with the day-to-day details, and who has the vision, drive, and initiative to bring complex projects to successful completion. In this role, an employee will be expected to demonstrate proficiency in the essential functions outlined below.

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead or support proposal development, submittal, and presentation activities in coordination with business development, client services, and other internal stakeholders, as applicable.
• Review future markets/industries/service lines for company growth.
• Develop or expand business with Atwell clients.
• Develop budgets coordination with internal staff.
• Ensure projects are managed to the approved budget.
• Ensure that all PO’s and Change Orders are received and/or in process in a timely manner.
• Manage resources, when needed, to ensure timely completion of work and adherence to project budget.
• Coordinate with project managers, technical teams, and other internal stakeholders to align project activities, address challenges, and support successful program delivery.
• Address and create solutions/process workflow in coordination with PM’s and others to meet client needs.
• Maintain project related process workflow in systems.
• Effectively manage scope creep.
• Assist with activities related to planning, scheduling, budgeting, forecasting and executing projects.
• Create and adopt standard reporting procedures and systems.
• Lend support to project managers.
• Manage projects on as needed.
• First line interface with client, corporate office and project teams.
• Other job-related responsibilities as assigned

Must-Have Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, Business, or a related field from an accredited institution is preferred; an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred, as applicable to the business line or position responsibilities.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
• 4+ years of experience in Program or Development Management.
• Experience working in a business, planning, development or legal environment.
• Experience in understanding the energy industry, renewables and project development.
• Must possess strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills for dealing with clients, team members and prospective clients.
• Strong organizational, task and time management skills.

Additional Position Details

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time.
• Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, printers, fax machines, etc.
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery.
• Frequently communicates with other office staff.
• Must be willing to travel (<20%).

Cultural Fit

• Independent Yet Collaborative
• Dependable
• Persistent
• Creative Problem Solver
• Natural Communicator
• Flexible
• Results Oriented
• Client Focused
• Enthusiastic

Fair Labor Standards Act

• Exempt | Overtime pay is not required

Disclaimer

• The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the USA.
• If your current job responsibilities differ from your assigned duties, please contact Human Resources.

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 - 1:1 up to 4% of compensation 
• Tuition Assistance
• Student Loan Repayment 
• Paid Licensing / Certification Fees and Renewals
• Financial Rewards for Obtaining Licensure
• Employee Referrals 
• Annual Wellness Reimbursement 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