Business Development Director

Atlas Technical Consultants is seeking a Business Development Director for its Baton Rouge, LA office. The role focuses on growth in the transportation infrastructure division, requiring strong relationships with government decision-makers and expertise in engineering project development. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree, 10 years of business development experience, and a proven sales track record. The position emphasizes strategic planning, mentoring, and navigating Louisiana's political and funding landscapes.
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. Its no accident that Atlas creates a better experience for infrastructure and environmental projects. Its 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. Were just built to be better. We are a great company. Come join us! Job responsibilities include but are not limited to: Atlas is seeking an experienced Director of Business Development to lead growth opportunities for our transportation infrastructure division with a focus on local, state, and federal government. Our ideal candidate is familiar with all aspects of engineering project development within the State of Louisiana and brings with them a solid foundation of existing relationships with decision makers and other key players in the transportation industry. Minimum Requirements: Bachelors degree required. 10 years of engineering business development experience preferred. 5+ successful years of sales team management experience, consistently meeting or exceeding targets. Government contract experience necessary. Proven ability to drive the sales process. Strong business sense and industry expertise. Excellent mentoring, coaching, and people management skills. Demonstrated organizational, planning, and coordination skills. Technical Requirements: Demonstrated ability to communicate, present, and influence credibly and effectively at all levels. Track record of driving revenue and increasing positive brand perception through development of authentic, collaborative relationships with others. Consistently willing and able to obtain resources and support for all endeavors. Familiar with the diverse political structures and funding mechanisms within the State of Louisiana that affect project development and funding. Able to recognize and leverage internal and external resources to increase competitive advantage and provide comprehensive, client-specific solutions. Knowledgeable of and consistently engaged in identifying industry trends, synchronicities, and teaming opportunities. Strategic planner capable of providing big-picture oversight and developing initiatives for long-term strategic growth. Strong sense of urgency and personal accountability with the ability to respond quickly and decisively to time sensitive opportunities. Established reputation as trusted advisor, facilitator, and resource to all parties including leadership, seller-doers, and clients. 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 industrys 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. Were 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 [please apply online]