What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vertical Transportation Consultant position at Walker Consultants?
Walker Consultants is seeking a Vertical Transportation Consultant to join our Atlanta team. In this role, you’ll support modernization and new construction projects from start to finish—contributing to equipment evaluations, technical documents, client coordination, and on-site reviews. You’ll collaborate with property owners, architects, and engineers to deliver efficient, code-compliant solutions that shape how people move through buildings and spaces.
At Walker, our people are our greatest strength. We foster a collaborative, supportive culture that values innovation, professional growth, and work-life balance. Here, you’ll lead meaningful work, learn from industry experts, and be part of a company that truly invests in its team.
From investigation and analysis to design, modernization, and construction administration, Walker supports every phase of the built environment. As a key member of our Vertical Transportation group, you’ll play a pivotal role in a national practice committed to elevating movement—safely, efficiently, and seamlessly.
Why you’ll love working here:
Annual discretionary bonus program- Opportunity to purchase Walker stock – Walker is 100% employee-owned!
- Medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance
- Health Savings Account with company contribution
- 401(k) with company match
- Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Spending Accounts
- 529 college savings plan
- A minimum of 3 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
- 9 paid holidays per year, including 3 paid floating holidays
- 5 days of bereavement leave and PTO Donation Bank to help during difficult times
- 100% compensation replacement during short-term disability leaves
- Paid parental leave that allows an addition week of paid time alongside short-term disability leave and/or
applicable state paid leave programs
- Paid community involvement hours
- Tuition and licensure reimbursement
- Mental wellness benefits
- Employee Resource Groups and Affinity Groups
In this role, you will:
- Understand project requirements thoroughly and clearly communicate them to all relevant team members.
- Prepare project proposals and agreements for review and approval by the Director of VT.
- Establish and implement the project plan, including quality standards, budgeting, staffing, and scheduling.
- Manage activities of assigned support staff and project team members.
- Lead modernization projects of moderate complexity (up to the 85th percentile), including equipment surveys,
construction documents, bidding support, and submittal reviews.
- Perform construction administration services for new construction and modernization projects, including onsite field reviews and reporting.
- Conduct VT maintenance evaluations and acquisition surveys, and prepare clear, actionable reports.
- Meet with clients to present project findings, provide recommendations, and discuss next steps.
- Manage project schedules, ensuring timely progress and coordination across stakeholders.
- Oversee monthly billing activities, contribute to revenue projections, and support timely accounts receivable collection.
- Perform quality and peer reviews on projects as needed to maintain high standards.
- Negotiate fees for additional services when project scope changes.
- Provide guidance and support to peers.
- Maintain strong relationships with current and former clients, identifying opportunities to expand services and build new engagements.
- Develop scopes of work, write proposals, and participate in interviews for new business as requested.
- Establish and nurture relationships with assigned contacts to support business growth.
- Other duties as assigned.
What You’ll Bring to the Team:
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Management, Engineering, or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training- Minimum 3 years of experience in vertical transportation consulting
- Strong communicator across all levels—written, verbal, and visual
- Proven track record managing multiple projects with quality outcomes
- Recognized locally as a subject matter expert in vertical transportation consulting
Why Walker Consultants?
At Walker Consultants, we understand that vertical transportation systems are more than just elevators and escalators—they’re essential to how people experience and move through buildings. That’s why clients turn to us for expert consulting, thoughtful design, and reliable solutions that prioritize safety, efficiency, and long-term performance.
Our Vertical Transportation team brings deep industry knowledge and hands-on experience across a wide range of building types—from high-rise office towers to mixed-use developments and transit facilities. We support every phase of the process, including layout design, code review, modernization planning, and construction oversight. Whether it’s new construction or a retrofit, we tailor our approach to meet each project’s specific needs and constraints.
With a national footprint and a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team, Walker offers the responsiveness of a local partner backed by the strength of a nationally respected firm. We combine technical excellence with practical insight to deliver vertical transportation solutions that work—now and for decades to come.
Join Us!
We know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're excited about this role but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply! You might just be the right person for this role—or another opportunity on our team.
At Walker Consultants, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all abilities. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, or in the workplace, please let us know—we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.
Walker Consultants is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We invite all qualified applicants to apply and do not discriminate against individuals because of their race, color, religion, national origin, gender, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or age.
