Transportation AND Tolls Technical Writer

Job Description

Why join us?

It’s an exciting time at AtkinsRéalis! We are rapidly growing in the US. Our company purpose is to build a better world for our planet and its people. We recognize the importance of making sure that our clients and employees, feel this purpose every day. AtkinsRéalis is proud of our company culture that promotes, diversity, equity and inclusion. Our company ethos include collaboration through the connection of people, data and technology. We are a global firm, who leverages having employees located throughout the world, creating valuable partnerships and doing our part to make this planet and its people, thrive.  We need energetic, passionate and eager professionals like you to join our team. There has never been a better time to be a part of AtkinsRéalis! AtkinsRéalis seeks a highly skilled and detail-oriented Transportation Tolls Technical Writer to join our team in Orlando, FL supporting the Florida’s Turnpike Enterprise (FTE) General Engineering Consultant (GEC) Program, working as an “extension of staff” in the client’s office in Ocoee, FL (Turkey Lake Service Plaza).

About Us

AtkinsRéalis is one of the world’s most respected design, engineering, and project management consultancies. AtkinsRéalis has been providing infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management services to public and private clients across the United States for more than 50 years. AtkinsRéalis has the depth and breadth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects and the urgent transition to a low-carbon economy. This position will provide career growth opportunities through support of FTE toll road, and express / managed lanes toll road infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have a background as a technical writer or contract specialist for engineering or construction projects, with experience in preparation of legal and/or contract documents. A broad base of skills, capability and experience is desired in legal / contract documentation, communicating, project management support and administration.

What you will contribute to the team:

• We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Technical Writer to join our Program Management Team as the primary coordinator for all project agreements.
• As a key contributor to our success, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the clarity, accuracy, and effectiveness of project agreements, fostering seamless communication among team members, stakeholders, and external partners.

Responsibilities:

Agreement Drafting and Review:

• Create, edit, and review project agreements, ensuring they adhere to organizational standards, legal requirements, and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather necessary information for accurate and comprehensive documentation.
• Facilitate cross-functional reviews and ensure comments are tracked, resolved, and incorporated into the agreements.
• Conduct thorough reviews to identify and resolve any inconsistencies, ambiguities, or potential issues in project agreements.

Documentation Coordination:

• Serve as the central point of contact for all project-related agreement documentation, working closely with project managers, legal teams, and subject matter experts to gather information and ensure completeness.
• Manage version control and maintain a well-organized repository of project agreements, ensuring accessibility for relevant stakeholders.
• Manage the list of agreements in progress and track progress for internal and external reviews.

Communication Facilitation:

• Bridge communication gaps between technical and non-technical stakeholders by translating complex technical concepts into clear and accessible language.
• Collaborate with project managers to understand project requirements and objectives, ensuring alignment with documented agreements.
• Bridge the primary point of contact for the FTE Legal Department in the drafting of Project Agreements.

Process Improvement:

• Continuously identify opportunities for process improvement in agreement creation, review, and coordination, aiming for increased efficiency and accuracy.
• Implement best practices and industry standards to enhance the overall quality of project documentation.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Technical Writing, Communications, or a related field.
• Proven experience in technical writing, preferably in a program management or project coordination role.
• Strong understanding of project management concepts, agreements, and methodologies.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively i