Asset Management Associate Director

We are seeking to recruit experienced individuals to join our infrastructure Asset & Information Management team in Scotland. As a leading infrastructure consultancy, we strive to incorporate innovation and best practices into every aspect of the asset management life cycle. We are specifically looking for exceptional individuals who excel in delivery, innovation, and possess a deep understanding of both physical infrastructure and digital technology. By working collaboratively, you will play a pivotal role in leading our important programmes and ensuring the successful implementation of asset management throughout the entire life cycle. Experience in managing infrastructure assets is essential. Initially, these roles will focus on Defence and Water and Wastewater infrastructure clients. As these roles require onsite time at the client’s location, we are seeking candidates based in Scotland only.

We love different – be it your experience in asset management, operational management, client advisory or management, civil engineers, and everything in between, we encourage applications from individuals who feel passionate about the future of our sector. With a knowledge or interest in defence, transportation, energy and water sectors, we are looking for experienced individuals who understand the complex, interlinking elements and business strategy required to apply Asset Management to an organisation. You will be able to assess and deliver solutions across the whole asset management lifecycle regardless of the type of assets. You will be a team player and motivated to help our clients continuously improve their Asset Management practices.

Responsibilities:

Delivery focused:

• Proven delivery experience in multiple areas of asset management and demonstrate the ability to manage multiple stakeholder requirements.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects/programmes of work that have delivery value to your organisation or clients.
• Experience or a willingness to learn how to apply Agile delivery methodologies to manage and maintain delivery strategies for project teams and clients.

Technical:

• A good understanding of the principles of Whole Life Asset management as outlined in international standards (ISO 55000), and you will be familiar with the Institute of Asset management Anatomy, standards, and principles.
• Project management of multiple projects/work packages to ensure the successful delivery of high-quality solutions to our clients and understanding of Programme/Portfolio management.
• Advisory and delivery capabilities in asset management, design & build engineering, Operational and maintenance management, that will deliver novel solutions for our clients.
• Experience in supporting asset management maturity reviews or company auditing and provide high quality reports and feedback to clients to action.
• Stay informed of digital innovative systems, tools and technology developments within the wider business and ability to align these to key client requirements to deliver new asset management solutions.
• Understanding in investment management practices and how to apply investment requirements to client priorities to support decision making across the asset life cycle.

Behaviours:

• Commercial awareness and strategic thinking, ability to tailor strategy and technical requirements to company demands.
• Strong verbal and numerical reasoning skills, with practical examples of application through identification of solutions, articulation and buy-in from stakeholders.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to convert client needs into strong business cases and solutions.

Experience:

• We are looking for candidates with a range of experience in a leadership role in the defence, transportation, energy and water sectors, championing whole life asset management delivery.
• Salary will be scaled based on experience.
• Good knowledge of the Institute of Asset Management Anatomy, ISO55000 and either completed or working towards your Register of Asset Management Professional.
• Good knowledge of applying Asset Management standards.
• Good knowledge of asset management systems (e.g., EAM & Digital Twins) within the engineering sectors.
• Experience of managing projects, project management qualifications such as Prince2 and NEC3/4 are desirable.
• Ability to utilise data and carry out data analysis.
• SharePoint configuration, PowerBI Reporting, and Power Automate are desirable.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis? 

We're ranked as one of LinkedIn's Top 25 Companies, where UK professionals want to work and stay once, they join. We've also made the Times Top 50 employers for women. 

Our Infrastructure team uses innovation, new approaches and the power of data to help our clients deliver end-to-end projects and programmes for essential future infrastructure. And as the work becomes ever more complex, our employees continue to challenge the status quo. 

We're committed to engineering better for people and our planet, from our global Engineering Net-Zero programme to creating social value through EDAROTH community housing. We're proud of our active employee networks creating awareness and allyship for our under-represented groups. Not to mention programmes supporting communities outside AtkinsRéalis, including schools, charities, ex-forces and professionals returning after career breaks. 

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 promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. 

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