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York, North Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom | Derby, Derbyshire, England, United Kingdom | London, London, England, United Kingdom | Manchester, England, United Kingdom | Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, England, United Kingdom | Birmingham, England, United Kingdom | Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

Overview

The World's most Complex Projects across sectors are changing and we are evolving with it. At AtkinsRéalis we provide Design and Build and a complete set of project-based and tailored advisory services across the Transport Sector and other markets. We help and support the development of strategies and strengthen frameworks that effectively respond to market demands and bring ideas to life. Through innovative partnerships, we are shaping the future of transport. Our staff, forward thinking and commercially aware, understand the industry's challenges and are able to maximise client outcomes, opportunities for our own growth and the benefit to society.

Here at AtkinsRéalis we believe in the right person for the role, we work smart, are focused on the needs of our clients and are committed to keeping our promises. For each project we safely deliver leading-edge solutions, policy outcomes and effective and efficient services for best value. Our AtkinsRéalis Complex Project Business provides whole life cycle solutions in project management, project controls, quality and technical assurance and asset management, and delivers some of our largest projects. Project Delivery is integral to winning and delivering our portfolio of projects and this includes functional leadership and the application of the standards for how we govern our projects. With this in mind, we are looking to recruit Senior Project Managers for an opening we have in our Rail Systems business, in which include projects across the UK on Rail Systems led, multi-disciplinary rail bids & projects. The successful candidate will work within our key portfolios and programmes across the sector.

Your role

  • The role will include managing projects through the whole life cycle with our experienced teams (in the UK and abroad) within our Complex Projects Business, across AtkinsRéalis and our trusted supply chain partners.
  • The role is flexible on location with the UK and will include projects across the UK.
Project & Programme Management

Location

Various locations

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-159057

Salary range

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About you

  • Demonstrate strong commitment to HSQE and strong leadership in HSQE on own projects and technically qualified or demonstrate good technical background and experience.
  • Experience of managing implementation of systems and multi-disciplinary works including construction and entry into service, with experience of Design & Build and Testing and Commissioning works and demonstrate great ability to control these activities.
  • Experience of managing sub-contracts as a means of delivering key works. A track record of innovation, embracing new ways of working and use of digital tools.
  • Ability to ensure robust programmes are in place, provide evidence of ability to use programmes to report clearly to key stakeholders and delivery against milestones, and plan work with precision with a focus on 'right first time' delivery, optimal access strategy and avoiding rework by high quality of work.
  • Able to communicate clearly, form a high performing team and show examples of this, communicate effectively with key Stakeholders and give confidence to them, and demonstrate great client management skills by building great relationships with Clients to optimise outcomes for Clients and the business.
  • Be able to form trusted relationships, set SMART objectives and measure performance against these, and demonstrate good control of change management and understanding of risks and opportunities associated with change, understand project risks and how these are controlled and link risk to contingency.
  • Knowledge of different contracting types, especially target cost, with experience of resolving commercial disputes and leveraging contracts to grow opportunities.
  • Track record of delivering construction projects to budgets and looking at ways to improve financial performance of contracts.
  • Experience in Rail System delivery is preferred but not required.
  • Strong leadership and managerial qualities, with proven team management and communication skills, and ability to motivate, mentor and develop our people.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

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. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

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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Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage.

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