Terracon

Associate Director of National Accounts

Terracon$100K — $130K *
Business Services
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Environmental Science, or Geology and 15 years of experience, or 19 years of relevant experience without a degree.
  • Proven track record in growing large, decentralized National Accounts.
  • Experience working across various geographies and service lines within National Accounts.
  • Ability to influence peers and leaders without direct authority.
  • Demonstrated leadership development and team management experience.
  • Willingness to travel throughout the U.S. as required.

Responsibilities

  • Support the decentralized accounts and guide the overall strategic direction under the DNA's leadership.
  • Assist NAMs in creating and executing plans to meet growth and profitability objectives.
  • Lead monthly calls with Pod Team leaders to discuss strategy and share progress.
  • Manage one or more decentralized accounts as a NAM when necessary.
  • Provide mentorship to NAM direct reports and guidance on financial performance issues.
  • Review client survey results to initiate improvements in client programs.
  • Collaborate with various sectors and divisions to develop strategic initiatives and ensure execution.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Life insurance and 401(k) plan.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Education reimbursement programs.
  • Eligibility for various bonus programs.
Full Job Description
Job Description

The National Account Program continues to grow within Terracon, and as a result, we are adding a second Associate Director of National Accounts (ADNA) position to support our National Account Program. This is both a critical and strategic position that will work closely with our Director of National Accounts (DNA) and our National Account Managers (NAMs) to help continue the growth and success of the program. This position can be filled anywhere in the US, preferably close to a Terracon office and/or airport.

Responsibilities

Primarily focused on supporting the decentralized accounts and the DNA. Support Terracon's strategic plan and provide guidance to promote the safety, profitability, continued growth and success of the National Account Program. Assist with standardizing companywide processes and develop, identify, and assess opportunities for revenue growth throughout the program. Assist with the leadership of decentralized accounts, Pod Teams, and division partnerships. Monitor the effectiveness of approaches and recommend programmatic improvements for decentralized accounts.
  • Under the direction of the DNA, support the vision and provide guidance and leadership to promote safety, profitability, and growth of decentralized accounts, consistent with the overall strategic and company plans.
  • Through collaboration and influence, assist NAMs in developing plans and implementing actions to achieve growth and profitability targets.
  • Lead a monthly sync call with Pod Team leaders to discuss strategy, progress, goals, and to share input between teams.
  • Take the lead as a NAM on one or more decentralized accounts, as required.
  • Provide leadership and mentorship to NAM direct reports.
  • Provide guidance to NAMs in evaluating and managing the financial performance of their national accounts, including reducing WIP and AR.
  • Review results of client surveys each year to gather information to assist with positive changes to client programs.
  • Support the DNA with interactions and collaboration with Divisions, Sectors, and Service Lines to develop specific strategic initiatives and to ensure proper execution. This includes, but is not limited to, common goals, division partnerships, and pod team strategies.
  • Ensuring strategic initiatives are promoted through the national account program.
  • Promote sharing of "best practices" between NAMs and Pod Teams.
  • Assist the DNA in identifying qualified NAM candidates for decentralized National Accounts.
  • Assist the DNA with support to NAMs for client, project, and program challenges on decentralized accounts.
  • Lead and support the development and completion of SOQs, Vendor Forms, and other key documents for National Accounts with Corporate Marketing.
  • Develop and deliver client presentations as part of relationship development and business development activities and / or qualifications and proposal presentation / interview teams.
  • Be active / visible in national trade associations related to our national clients / potential clients.
  • Assist the DNA in the development of national pricing for clients that meet our financial objectives.
  • Work with Sectors, Service Lines, and Operations to expand business through geographies, services lines and sectors; and supporting NAMs to sell services through the lifecycle.
  • Drive the importance of leading through safety by our NAMs. Assist in the development of safety action plans for select decentralized accounts and establish goals for a safe working environment. Set the example for others to follow.


Qualifications

  • Ability and willingness to travel throughout the United States, as necessary.
  • Bachelor's degree in technical discipline practices by the Firm including Engineering, Environmental Science or Geology and 15 years' related experience. Or, in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 19 years' related experience.
  • Valid driver's license with acceptable violation history.
  • Demonstrated experience in growing large, decentralized National Accounts is required.
  • Demonstrated experience in working across geographies and service lines within National Accounts.
  • Demonstrated experience in influencing peers and superiors to achieve positive results in the absence of a direct reporting obligation.
  • Demonstrated experience in leadership development and leading teams.

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Terracon's vision of "Together, we are best at people" is demonstrated through our excellent compensation and benefits package. Based on eligibility, role and job status, we offer many programs including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, paid time off and holidays, education reimbursement, and various bonus programs.

About Terracon

Terracon is a leading provider of engineering consulting services in the United States. The company was founded in 1965 and has since grown to employ over 5,000 people in more than 150 offices across the country. Terracon offers a wide range of services, including geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, construction materials testing, and facilities engineering. The company is committed to providing high-quality services to its clients while also promoting sustainability and environmental responsibility. Terracon is a privately held company and is headquartered in Olathe, Kansas.
Learn more about Terracon
Size
5,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$50 million
Founded
2023
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$800 million
NASDAQ

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