Area Manager

Trilon Group

Area Manager overseeing project management and business growth for consulting engineering in Atlanta. Leading teams and maintaining client relationships in a collaborative environment.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $175,000 - $195,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong project management and business development capabilities, with a focus on financial planning, operational strategy, and leadership development. Possesses expertise in consulting engineering and a commitment to corporate integrity and performance.

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Project ManagementBusiness DevelopmentFinancial PlanningOrganizational DevelopmentPersonnel Management

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Hard Skills

Project OversightBudget DevelopmentResource PlanningStrategic PlanningPerformance Monitoring

Soft Skills

Excellent People SkillsAdaptabilityResourcefulnessIntegrityCommitment

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer CertificationProfessional Geologist CertificationMaster's Degree in Business

Industry Keywords

Consulting EngineeringFinancial PerformanceOperational StrategyKPI TrackingDynamic Leadership

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The **Area Manager** brings a strong project management competency level with experience to support effective completion of all projects within their assigned geographic area.
The **Area Manager** brings an advanced level of business acumen in working with clients and interfacing with clientele on a regular basis, representing our brand with integrity and multidisciplinary expertise.
The **Area Manager** will actively lead and drive the growth of business development opportunities for Waggoner Engineering.
The **Area Manager** will identify, train, and develop leaders within the company and set them on the path for management.
The **Area Manager** will maintain a working knowledge of all phases of operations within their assigned geographic area, coordinate to support operations throughout the business, and provide regular performance updates to the senior leadership team.
The **Area Manager** will create and implement a strategic one-page plan to help track Waggoner and Trilon company KPIs.
The **Area Manager** will work closely with Human Resources and the Senior Leadership team to define and implement operational strategy, structure, processes, and successful performance.
The **Area Manager** will provide oversight and strategic guidance related to project budgets, financial performance, and resource planning.
The **Area Manager** will support the Vice President with financial reporting responsibilities and performance monitoring to identify efficiency issues and propose solutions proactively.
The **Area Manager** will guide, direct, and evaluate the work of all Project Managers within their assigned geographic area.
The **Area Manager** will monitor cash flow of their assigned geographic area and work with Project Accountants and Project Managers to ensure timely payment from clients.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
At least ten years of strong operating management experience in the consulting engineering environment.
Demonstrated experience in professional services business development and growth.
Demonstrated experience in financial planning and analysis with previous experience overseeing projects and operating units.
Skilled in organizational development, personnel management, budget and resource development, and strategic planning for projects and operating units.
Excellent people skills and ability to partner with a dynamic leadership team.
Possess personal integrity, credibility, and commitment to corporate mission.
Adaptable and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a dynamic and evolving environment while driving toward clarity and solutions; demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities and guiding investment in people and systems.
Master’s degree in business or related field (Preferred).
Certification as a professional engineer, professional geologist, or PhD in other related professional fields (Preferred).

Benefits

Comp & perks

WEI Incentive Program
Healthy Workplace Program
Employee Referral Bonus
Competitive Health Benefits
Career Development and Training
Flexible/Hybrid Schedule
Community Service Opportunities