Practice Manager

Shape a faster, smarter, safer future.

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.

We have had significant success in the infrastructure market over the last three years, 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. Our awesome complex infrastructure team make the biggest, most complex and ambitious infrastructure projects happen. Our portfolio of projects is spread across 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.

As Project and Programme Services (PPS) Practice Manager for Midlands, you will be part of the PPS Management Team where you will work with the senior managers in the business to support the PPS Practice Director to deliver our strategy, aligned to our vision and three pillars. Your role will include leading a high performing practice of 30+ project and programme management professionals, motivating our people to perform at their best, with innovation at the heart. You will have a strategic role to deliver exceptional outcomes for the Project Management practice. You will play a key role in the attracting and developing high calibre talent in project management space and delivering an exceptional service for our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deputise for the PPS Practice Director when and as required.
• Working closely with our client directors and key account managers to bring the best talent into the team, looking after their development, progression, motivation and retention.
• Quality Management (inc. continuous improvement, innovation and maximising our Global Technology Centre.
• Interfacing with the wider AtkinsRéalis business (including Property) and Engineer services to enhance our brand and delivery our vision.

Who You Are:

• An inspiring leader, known for your principles.
• Deeply committed to our purpose.
• Deeply committed to the three building blocks of our PPS CI vision.
• Deeply committed to Equality, Diversity & Inclusion.
• Excellent communicator, collaborator and influencer.
• Embody safety, integrity, collaboration and innovation.

What Your Credentials Are:

• Motivated by the opportunity to develop future leaders.
• Driven to provide exceptional client satisfaction through our service delivery.
• Passionate about making a difference in the industry.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

Looking for a place where you can engineer a better future? AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, our digital-enabled approach transforms outcomes for people and the environment. You'll have a myriad of projects to choose from and endless possibilities for career growth. More responsibility, acclaimed training programmes and flexible working are part of our inclusive culture of prioritising diversity, health, and happiness.

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.

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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