Careers

Our People

Simply put, our people are the reason for our success. Forward-thinking, innovative, and creative, our employees possess a capacity for problem solving, a desire for continuous improvement, and a relentless focus on our clients’ success.

Above all else, our people are passionate about our safety culture. Every Atkinson employee is empowered through our “Speak Up, Listen Up” program. This initiative encourages employees to ‘speak up’ when they notice a safety issue and to listen carefully to the concerns of others. “Speak Up, Listen Up” engages all Atkinson employees, whether they have been on a job site for one hour or one year.We provide our employees with the training, knowledge, and tools to work safely and prevent accidents so everyone returns home safely at the end of the day.

Opportunities

Building Professionals

We pride ourselves on hiring the best and brightest talent in the industry. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran, or looking for your next challenge, Atkinson offers top-notch opportunities for driven and dedicated construction professionals at all stages of their careers. If you possess a passion for the business of building, contact us today.

Recent Graduates

Atkinson provides the opportunity to work with — and learn from — the best and brightest construction professionals and to build some of the coolest, most sophisticated heavy civil projects in the country. If you are a motivated, innovative individual with a passion for challenging, complex work, take your first step and apply now.

Interns

Atkinson offers our interns valuable real-world experience outside of the classroom. We help prepare students for a successful transition to a challenging and rewarding career. Our interns expand their construction knowledge while working alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry. If you are interested in gaining beneficial hands-on construction experience, contact us today.

Corporate Culture

Corporate Culture: Our company is all about people: the hundreds of employees who work here, the partners we team with, and the clients we serve.
Innovation: Our employees solve complex problems every day, which, in turn, has a meaningful impact on our company. We encourage innovation and creative solutions – because we know great ideas can come from anyone.
Educational & Skills Development: Our employees are our biggest asset. We encourage our employees to develop their talents, refine their skills, and further their educations.
A Culture of Giving Back: We encourage our employees to use their time, energy, and personal resources to enhance the quality of life in the communities in which we live and work.
Team Building: Every day presents countless opportunities to hone our communication and problem solving skills which make us a stronger team. Sometimes we just like to have a little more fun practicing those skills!
Comradery: We know how important culture is to overall business success. Our employees embrace the spirit of collaboration that unites everyone for the achievement of the big picture goal.
Environmental Stewardship: Our employees partner and volunteer with local and national sustainable organizations to preserve natural resources and our environment for future generations.

At Atkinson, teamwork is principal to our success. We share common goals, have complementary skills, and know that by working together – and supporting one other – we can accomplish anything. And while teamwork is a key to our success, it also makes Atkinson a great place to work.

While our employees are some of the hardest working individuals in the construction industry, they also know how to have fun. We encourage activities that foster camaraderie and strengthen our team culture. Many of our employees take part in golf tournaments, enjoy having project team picnics, and participate in community outreach initiatives. These shared experiences build relationships and are an integral component of life at Atkinson. There is a lot to be said about co-workers who enjoy spending time together outside of the office.

Giving Back

As builders, we have an opportunity and a duty to leave a lasting, positive impact in the communities in which we live and work. Through organized efforts, including Team Atkinson events, our employees give back both in dollar and deed. Whether building a neighborhood park, supporting local boy scout troops, or hosting a food drive, our people donate their time and talents each year to making the community a better place.

Training & Development

Atkinson believes that the better equipped you are as a professional, the better equipped we are as a company. We invest in company-wide in-house learning programs and external development opportunities that shape and expand our employees' careers. In turn, our employees share their knowledge with their colleagues – because we realize that every day presents an opportunity to learn and grow.