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Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Bangalore, Karnātaka, India | Mumbai, Mahārāshtra, India
Overview
AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Programme Director to lead the consultant-side delivery of the UAE with Rail background. This role will oversee design reviews, programme and project management, and site supervision across a complex, multi-package infrastructure programme involving underground, at-grade, and tunnel works, four major stations, two maintenance depots, and full railway systems integration including rolling stock. You will act as the single point of contact between internal and external delivery teams, ensuring strategic alignment, stakeholder coordination, and successful delivery of project objectives. The successful candidate will bring proven high-speed rail experience to the programme, contributing deep technical and delivery expertise to one of the region's most ambitious transport initiatives.
Your role
Sector Experience
- Proven track record in delivering large-scale rail infrastructure projects, including rail speed above 250 km/h.
- Experience in multidisciplinary design review, programme management, and site supervision.
- Demonstrated leadership in complex, multi-stakeholder infrastructure environments.
Strategic Leadership & Programme Oversight
- Provide strategic leadership across the full programme lifecycle—from concept development and mobilisation through to delivery, commissioning, and benefits realization.
- Align project delivery with client goals, regulatory frameworks, and UAE development strategies.
- Lead multidisciplinary teams across design, engineering, construction, and stakeholder engagement.
- Represent AtkinsRéalis on client boards and steering committees to ensure strategic alignment and confidence in programme delivery.
Planning & Scheduling
- Implement a robust project management framework and execution strategy.
- Oversee the development and maintenance of the master programme and WBS.
- Lead delay mitigation strategies and ensure alignment with critical path milestones.
- Monitor contract programmes and ensure stakeholder approvals are timely and compliant.
Financial & Commercial Management
- Own and manage programme-level P&L, ensuring financial performance, cost control, and commercial success.
- Review and report project budgets, recommend options for potential changes.
- Oversee contract administration, change control, and claims resolution.
- Coordinate with commercial teams to ensure transparency and governance throughout the project.
Risk Management & Governance
- Chair risk meetings and lead the development of mitigation strategies.
- Ensure robust governance, risk management, and change control processes are in place and adhered to.
- Collaborate with commercial teams to manage disputes and claims proactively.
Construction Phase Management
- Oversee site supervision, contractor coordination, and interface management across:
- Civil Works – Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
- Systems, Power, Depots, Rolling Stock, and Track.
- Ensure timely delivery of stakeholder decisions and facilitate collaborative problem-solving.
- Monitor contractor compliance with HSE, quality, and programme requirements.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Act as the primary liaison with UAE Rail, government authorities, consultants, and contractors.
- Lead external stakeholder management and interface coordination, including IDD documentation.
- Resolve escalated issues and maintain strong relationships with all project parties.
Innovation & Digital Transformation
- Champion innovation and digital transformation across programme delivery, including BIM, smart mobility, and integrated systems.
- Promote modern delivery methodologies to drive efficiency and enhance outcomes.
Team Leadership & Development
- Mentor senior leadership team and technical leads.
- Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Conduct performance reviews and support career development across the team.
Reporting & Governance
- Establish formal reporting structures for client and internal stakeholders.
- Review and disseminate reports from design and site teams.
Client Management
- Lead client engagement through presentations, meetings, and strategic discussions.
- Represent AtkinsRéalis professionally and build trust as a strategic advisor.
- Resolve disputes and maintain long-term client relationships.
Industry Engagement & Thought Leadership
- Represent AtkinsRéalis in strategic forums, bid interviews, and industry engagements.
- Contribute to thought leadership and market positioning in the regional infrastructure sector.
Location
Various locations
Job Type
Full time
Ref
R-147010
Salary range
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About you
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (Master'S or preferred Chartered Engineer status).
- Minimum 20 years of experience in infrastructure project leadership, with at least 5 years in high-speed rail delivery.
- Strong knowledge of construction, planning, contract law, and stakeholder management.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?
Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.
Rewards & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.
This includes:
- Tax-free salary.
- Life insurance coverage.
- Medical insurance.
- Annual leave balance
- Discretionary bonus program.
- Annual flight contribution.
- Relocation assistance.
- Transportation & housing allowances (available for remote work locations)
- Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, as well as personal health, fitness, and nutrition consulting.
Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.
Make it brilliant, a career with AtkinsRéalis
Our supportive, collaborative culture inspires us as a global community every day.
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About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
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