Senior Federal Defense Division Manager

AtkinsRéalis

Federal Defense Senior Division Manager overseeing business development and project delivery for U.S. Defense clients.

Posted 4/11/2026full-timeWashington • Florida, Maryland, New York, Pennsylvania, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $225,200 - $281,500 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee business development and project delivery portfolio for U.S. Defense clients nationwide
Manage a Division with over 30 existing programs and projects
Participates in reviews of schedules, budgets, and project performance
Conduct contract negotiations with clients and subconsultants
Lead the development of annual strategic business development plan for the Division
Oversee the capture including proposal preparation and review for new projects
Assist project directors and managers in staffing needs and recommendations
Conduct semi-annual performance reviews with direct reports

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in engineering
Post graduate degree preferred
20 years of experience
5+ years in project management or operational management responsibilities
Excellent technical and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to lead individuals and teams
Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA) license(s)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
Company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits
Employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting
Employee stock purchase plan
Paid Time Off
Leaves of absences options
Flexible work options
Recognition and employee satisfaction programs
Employee assistance program
Voluntary benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementcontract negotiationbudget managementschedule managementproposal preparationstrategic planning

Soft Skills

leadershipinterpersonal skillsteam managementperformance review

Certifications

Professional Engineer (PE)Registered Architect (RA)