Associate Director (Practice Manager) Programme Advisory

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world-leading design, engineering, and project management organization. We connect people, data, and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Become a vital member of our Project & Programme Services team, proudly taking on some of the world's most exciting and prestigious projects. Join us, and you'll be part of our genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone is supported to make the most of their talents. It's about recognizing everyone's contributions equally while delivering excellence together.  Flexible and remote working are central to our culture, so talk to us about what's important to you, from reduced weeks to buying more leave, and how we can make reasonable adjustments for you or support your ambitions outside of work.

Our Programme Advisory team:

We have had significant success in the infrastructure market over the last year which has meant that we are now one of the fastest growing parts of the organisation and have ambitious plans to grow even faster in the next few years. The advisory team supports our Complex Infrastructure clients’ sectors in setting up, assessing and transforming some of the largest and complex programmes in UK and beyond, within our Nuclear, Aviation, Defence, Water, Transportation, Power & Renewables sectors. We pride ourselves on our approach of empowering our clients through trusted collaboration, working with them to solve complex challenges, and building enduring capability that will set them up for the future.

Your Purpose:

Are you an inspiring leader, known for your principles and driven by the opportunity to develop future leaders? Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and make a significant impact in the construction industry? If yes, then keep reading!

As the Practice Manager for the North, you will be at the forefront of client delivery and operational management, leading a team of high-performing individuals and motivating them to excel with innovation at the core. You'll join the Programme Advisory (PA) Management Team, collaborating with senior managers to deliver our strategic vision and contribute to the PA's growth in the region. Your role will be crucial in selling comprehensive solutions to clients, ensuring their satisfaction and loyalty.

What you can Bring:

• Team Management: Lead talent development, growth, ensure staff engagement and satisfaction.
• Client Engagement: Work closely with client directors to source new opportunities, develop bid proposals, and lead client engagement sessions.
• Quality Management: Drive continuous improvement and innovation, leveraging our Global Technology Centre and Technical Leadership Groups.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Interface with the wider AR business, including Property and Engineering services, to enhance our brand and deliver our vision.
• Programme Advisory Services: Provide business transformations, organisation design, portfolio management, and improve programme efficiencies and performance.
• Stakeholder Management: Tailor messages for diverse audiences and facilitate multi-media workshops with stakeholders at all levels.
• Commercial Acumen: Proactively manage commercial demands and opportunities.
• Proactivity and Motivation: Thrive in complex, ever-changing environments, delivering high-quality advice and solutions.
• Professional Certifications: Hold relevant certifications such as APM PMQ/PPQ/ChPP; MoP; MSP; PRINCE2, P3O, PROSCI, Lean, Six Sigma.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis? 

Join our Project & Programme Services team and expand your career on some of the industry's most exciting and newsworthy construction projects – from Sizewell C to the world's tallest hotel, London's Heathrow Airport to Europe's first eco-friendly mosque. You'll enjoy invaluable exposure to international expertise as well as innovation in local niche areas. Communities are at the heart of our work and our people are proud to be working towards a Net Zero Carbon future and regenerating cities across the UK.

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AtkinsRéalis is committed to developing its people both personally and professionally. Our colleagues have the advantage of access to a high ranging training portfolio and development activities designed to help make the best of individual’s abilities and talents. We also actively support staff in achieving corporate membership of relevant institutions.

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Meeting your needs:

To help you get the most out of life in and outside of work, we offer employees "Total Reward." It's a package that can be tailored to your changing lifestyle, career and personal needs.

Making sure you're supported is important to us. So, if you identify as having a disability, tell us ahead of your interview, and we’ll discuss any adjustments you might need.

New name, new era. We are AtkinsRéalis.  It will take some time for all our information to update – you can still refer to our fantastic benefits via the link below:

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Additional Information:

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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