Associate Director - Movement & Place

Overview

Lead delivery with vision.

The transportation infrastructure sector in Scotland is experiencing unprecedented levels of investment and AtkinsRéalis is leading projects to upgrade existing transport networks to deliver future demand including active travel initiatives, rail upgrades as well as extensive public transport corridor enhancements. We are also working closely with our clients to support their digital transformation and are developing new initiatives to help them deliver on their Net Zero commitments.

AtkinsRéalis is going from strength to strength in Scotland and are providing a wide range of support to our clients via the Excel framework and other routes to market.  We have exciting growth plans to further expand our business in response to this pipeline of work and we are looking to enhance Movement & Place team in Edinburgh. We are currently seeking a talented, experienced person to help deliver projects across the transport planning discipline for our expanding client base. The role will also involve supporting our wider AtkinsRéalis business working across both Edinburgh and Glasgow offices.

Your role

• We are looking for an experienced individual who wishes to manage our high performing, dynamic team that works seamlessly with our wider national Movement & Place business but also helps grow our business in the Scottish markets.
• Collaborating with specialists from across our business as part of multi-disciplinary teams, you’ll work on flagship regeneration, development and infrastructure projects.
• We’re a successful team with a well-balanced blend of skills to face our client needs and are looking for an enthusiastic individual to add further value to our market offer. 

About you

• The successful candidate for this role will lead and shape the Movement & Place team and be responsible for securing and delivering work from local clients, building upon their own networks and knowledge base.
• Successful applicants will be expected to demonstrate capability in some of the following fields:
  • Development of transport strategies and plans (local and strategic).
  • Scheme appraisal and business case preparation.
  • Transport scheme development,
  • People movement and accessibility.
  • Feasibility and corridor studies.
  • Development Planning.
  • Multi-modal transport strategies.

Reward & 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

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.

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