Assistant Project Manager/ Design Manager

Snc-Lavalin; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in the UK transportation infrastructure sector as an Assistant Project Manager/Design Manager. You will oversee multi-million-pound rail projects, manage design teams, and ensure projects meet client specifications, all while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.

Benefits

Flexible working

Family-friendly policies

Diversity and inclusion support

Qualifications

• Experience managing projects across multiple locations.
• Proven ability to deliver projects on budget and schedule.
• Membership of the Association for Project Management is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Leading engineering coordination and delivery for infrastructure projects.
• Managing supply chain and subcontractor relationships.
• Promoting high safety standards on site.

Skills

Project Management

Engineering Coordination

Relationship Building

Communication

Teamwork

Negotiation

Education

Degree qualification or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Description

AtkinsRéalis’ UK Transportation business combines the expertise of our Rail, Highway, and Local Transport teams into a single entity of 3,000 professionals, including engineers, transport planners, and consultants. Our broad range of services and scale position AtkinsRéalis as the leading UK transportation infrastructure consultancy. We foster a culture of inspiration, collaboration, and innovation to shape the future of mobility.

The role:

We are seeking an Assistant Project Manager/Design Manager to join our Central Rail Systems Alliance (CRSA) team. The successful candidate will help secure and deliver multi-million-pound rail infrastructure projects and programs across our portfolio.

The role involves managing our experienced design and delivery teams, based in the UK and abroad, and overseeing key client accounts to ensure CRSA remains the preferred partner for our clients.

Travel within the role may be required to project sites, CRSA, and client offices depending on project needs.

Your responsibilities:

• Leading multidisciplinary engineering coordination and delivery, supporting major infrastructure projects to be completed on time and within budget.
• Assisting in bid management to secure future work and growth opportunities.
• Promoting and maintaining high safety standards on site.
• Building and maintaining relationships with alliance partners, suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Managing supply chain and subcontractor relationships confidently.
• Overseeing multiple design disciplines and projects, balancing demands and stakeholder expectations.

Candidate requirements:

• Experience managing projects, engineering deliverables, or teams across multiple locations.
• Proven ability to deliver projects within budget, schedule, and client specifications.
• Desirable: experience with Network Rail Engineering Design processes.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Strong relationship-building skills with suppliers, clients, contractors, and colleagues.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, negotiation, conflict resolution, and leadership skills.
• Degree qualification or equivalent.
• Membership of the Association for Project Management or similar body is desirable.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

Our Transportation teams are pioneering innovative solutions for future mobility challenges, integrating traditional engineering with new technologies. Join us to work with top industry professionals, influence public infrastructure, and contribute to environmental sustainability while advancing your career.

Security clearance:

This role may require security clearance, dependent on UKSV vetting. Applicants should not mention security clearance details in their application or interviews. The process may involve proof of UK residency for five years or more.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, offering flexible working, family-friendly policies, and support networks. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

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Worker Type: Employee

Job Type: Regular

At AtkinsRéalis values diversity and believes that a diverse workforce enhances our capabilities. We are an equal opportunity employer.