Position : Construction Project Manager (PQM Quality Assurance Manager 2)

Location : Duluth, GA

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.

Atlas Technical Consultants is looking for a self-assured, reliable, experienced Project Manager to represent Gwinnett County Parks (the Owner) on two major construction projects within the County. The successful candidate will work directly with and report to the Atlas Program Manager and the County’s representative to assist in managing every aspect of the projects. You should be able to work well within a team and with external vendors, contractors and County Staff and County agencies. The top candidate should have an analytical mind as well as good organizational, time management, problem solving and communication skills.

The position is located in the Atlas Office in Duluth, Georgia.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Represent the owner in managing all aspects of construction projects from conceptual phase through close-out and warranty.Build strong relationships with the owner, designers, contractors, vendors, permitting and inspection authorities, and consultants to enable the satisfactory resolution of any issues and completion of the project.

• Oversee Project Inspector assigned to the project.

• Review and approve contractor and designer applications for payment.

• Review and approve change order requests related to project design and construction. Reject requests that are not valid and suggest revisions if appropriate.

• Communicate with and provide information to the Owner, as needed.

• Work with construction manager to ensure compliance with project plans and specifications.

• Track and manage the project budget and schedule. Work with the contractor and program manager to ensure that all construction activities align with the established timeline and budget.

• Ensure delivered project meets established standards developed by Gwinnett County Parks

• Plan ahead to prevent problems and resolve any emerging ones.

• Perform other duties as directed by the Client or Program Manager.

Minimum requirements:

• Proven working experience in commercial construction project management.

• Working knowledge of/experience with parks' management and operations staff is a plus.

• Knowledge of construction management processes.

• Ability to plan and see the “big picture.”

• Competent in conflict and crisis management.

• Leadership and human resources management skills.

• Excellent communication skills – both written and verbal.

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, architecture, engineering or related field and/or equivalent working experience of a minimum of five years.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office. Experience with Ebuilder a plus

Other miscellaneous qualities:

• Travel to projects in Lawrenceville and Dacula, Georgia on a regular basis is required.

Benefits:

Atlas offers a comprehensive benefit program to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, Atlas benefits include health, dental, vision, life, AD&D, voluntary life / AD&D, disability benefits, leaves of absence, 401k, paid time off, paid holidays, employee assistance program, educational assistance program.

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.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion are at the core of our purpose & values:

We are committed to enhancing the lives of our employees, customers, shareholders, and the communities where we live and work. We believe in our heart-led approach and place a strong focus on conducting our business in an ethical, compassionate, and respectful way. Through our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Program, we seek to hire, develop, and promote a talented and diverse team of professionals nationwide. We believe in leveraging the power of our different backgrounds, beliefs, perspectives and capabilities to create value for our company and our communities. Our values of Life, Heart, Mastery and Trust are the principles by which we operate, the character of our people, and the culture of our organization. We’re Stronger Together.

Atlas EEOC Statement

Atlas is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. 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