Associate Project Manager - Land Development
Atwell, LLC
$90,000 - $125,000 / year
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Description
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
Are you a passionate professional ready to take the reins of dynamic land development projects? Atwell is looking for an Associate Project Manager to lead and oversee land development projects in Madison, WI.
What You'll Do:
- Lead with Impact: Drive site civil projects from start to finish, ensuring each phase aligns with our high standards and client expectations.
- Design with Precision: Utilize AutoCAD Civil 3D and Vision for cutting-edge project design and analysis
- Cultivate Relationships: Build and nurture strong client relationships, delivering exceptional results that exceed their expectations.
- Expand Horizons: Identify and seize new business opportunities to contribute to our firm's growth and success.
- Manage Financials: Oversee project financials, including billing and invoicing, to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
- Mentor and Inspire: Guide and support junior staff, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.
- Ensure Quality: Implement rigorous quality control measures to uphold our commitment to high standards.
- Grow Professionally: Work closely with a mentor to enhance your business development skills, proposal writing, and invoicing expertise.
What You Bring:
- Licensure: A Professional Engineer license preferred.
- Technical Expertise: Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Vision technologies.
- Experience: Proven track record in managing land development projects
- Communication Skills: Strong client management and interpersonal abilities.
- Business Acumen: Demonstrated skills in business development and a proactive approach to opportunities.
- Leadership: Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to mentor and motivate junior team members.
Disclaimer
While AI tools may support your application process, this role is built on human talent. Your judgment, experience, and character matter most, so we encourage you to showcase what makes you uniquely you.
Atwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from any 3rd party agencies. No fee will be paid to 3rd parties who submit unsolicited resumes to any Atwell employee. Resumes from approved vendors must be specifically requested by Atwell and approved by the Atwell Talent Acquisition Team.
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
About this role
Atwell is seeking an Associate Project Manager to lead site civil development projects in Madison from conception through completion. You'll own the full project lifecycle—managing timelines, budgets, and quality standards while using AutoCAD Civil 3D and Vision to drive design and analysis. The role blends technical delivery with client relationship management and business development; you'll identify growth opportunities, mentor junior staff, and work closely with a mentor to build your skills in proposal writing and financial oversight.
The position suits someone with a Professional Engineer license (preferred) and hands-on experience managing land development projects. You'll need strong proficiency in civil design software, solid communication skills for client engagement, and the organizational ability to juggle multiple priorities. This is a growth-oriented role within a 2,000-person firm that's been recognized as a best place to work for ten consecutive years and ranked among the nation's top design firms.
Compensation ranges from $90,000 to $125,000, with benefits including a 1:1 401(k) match up to 4%, paid licensing fees, tuition assistance, generous PTO, flexible schedules where available, and comprehensive health coverage. Atwell also offers tenure-based travel vouchers, annual bonuses, and financial rewards for obtaining licensure.
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