Program Manager - MC&I at Atwell, LLC

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.