Manager - Strategy & Advisory

Join us in engineering a better future for our planet and its people.

AtkinsRéalis is a world-leading design, engineering and project management 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 have a strong presence in the Middle East that enables us to build deep and lasting relationships with our clients. We share their goals and long-term ambitions; we’re on the same journey to create places and infrastructure which will support long term sustainable development, healthy living and vibrant communities.

Position Summary

Our Strategic Advisory team requires an experienced Manager to join our team in KSA. The successful candidate will have proven experiences in Project and portfolio management in real estate advisory services on large-scale international projects and ideally in KSA, UAE and the wider Middle East region. The role will require experience, financial modelling, management consulting and exposure to real estate and infrastructure master planning, land development and in depth understanding of capital and operational expenditure. 

This is an excellent career development opportunity for the right candidate who is looking to progress their career to the next level and in a fast-paced and exciting field of work. You will work collaboratively with a range of development authorities, key stakeholders in Public and private sectors, and business leadership in the residential, commercial and industrial real estate sectors. The right candidate will be based in Riyadh but will be required to work across the broader Middle East.

Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities:

Project Management

• Steer project execution to deliver agreed upon service aligned with client expectations.

• Project Manage all aspects of time, cost and quality for our consulting projects.

• Work together with our technical advisors, engineers, planners, commercial consultants to bring integrated offerings to our clients.

• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to provide integrated service offerings such as master planning and land development with specific focus on digital and net zero elements to drive Business case developments, capital plan developments.

• Manage stakeholders and drive alignment and buy-in for across our projects.

• Build lasting relationships and influence senior colleagues and clients in leading roles.

• Build strong internal relationships across the AtkinsRéalis business.

Project Delivery

• Lead delivery on client assignments; key tasks include stakeholder management, Prepare client presentations, work products and deliverables.

• Drive independent workstreams such as financial analysis, process improvement, business and operating model development for client deliverables.

• Business case development for projects across different operating models such as Public Private Partnership (PPP). Key tasks include needs assessment, business model development, value for money analysis, Risk assessment and allocation socio-economic impact assessment and technical feasibility studies.

• Produce clear, succinct write-ups on the KSA and UAE Markets to be included within corporate research reports and consultancy assignments.

• Work within both traditional and agile project environments with high degree of ambiguity and a track record of high-quality delivery.

• Leverage data and technology to provide innovative solutions to client’s challenges.

Win Work

• Assist service line leadership in identifying business development opportunities with current and potential clients.

• Prepare and submit technical and commercial proposals to win work and expand the service line.

• Identify opportunities for new and integrated services, bringing the best from our global business and technical domains to our clients in the middle east and beyond.

Practice Building & Development

• Contribute to positioning our Consulting and strategic advisory services across the Middle East through thought leadership development and social media presence.

• Provide guidance, coaching and training to junior staff.

• Lead people-related initiatives including recruiting and retaining consulting professionals.

• Be a champion for ED&I initiatives.

Education

• MBA is required.

• Relevant Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Engineering, Finance, Economics or Business is required.

• Project management Professional (PMP)

Professional Experience / Qualifications

• Overall experience: 10+ years.

• A combination of experience in strategy and management consulting for built environment, programme and portfolio management, market research, real estate and financial analysis.

• Excellent skills in Microsoft Office and reporting writing skills in MS Word.

• Excellent understanding of MS Excel and financial modelling.

• Exposure to Power BI and project reporting tools is preferrable.

• Proven track record in delivering projects across different operating models such as Public-Private-Partnerships or Design and Build projects.

• Ability to analyze data and deliver insightful practical solutions.

Behavioral Skills

• Excellent communication and presentation skills; capable of presenting detailed subject matter to a variety of stakeholders.

• Willingness and ability to interact with regulatory agencies, stakeholders and clients while developing effective teamwork relationships.

• Fluency in written and spoken English, Arabic is preferred.

• Willing to travel within KSA and the GCC region.

• Strong report writing, verbal and presentation skills and able to review the work of others to ensure quality.

• Able to prioritize and work effectively under pressure.

• Flexible, adaptable, and prepared to take on new challenges and work from other AtkinsRéalis or client office locations.

• Highly self-motivated, possessing strong enthusiasm and commitment to delivering sustainable outcomes.

Rewards and Benefits

We work in a hybrid working environment, promoting work-life balance and are outcome oriented. We offer an excellent package which includes:

• A competitive tax-free salary.

• Accommodation allowance.

• Transportation allowance.

• 22 days annual leave.

• Medical and life insurance cover.

• Company gratuity scheme.

• Discretionary bonus scheme.

• Annual flight allowance to point of origin.

• Employee Assistance Program – 24-hour free advice on financial, legal and family care specialists and also access to personal health, fitness and nutrition consultants.