Assistant Project Manager / Project Manager

AtkinsRéalis; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working culture

Flexible holiday allowances

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis UK is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join our Midlands PDP team, based in Birmingham. You will support the delivery of multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects, assisting with planning, programme management and stakeholder engagement to help deliver on time and budget.

You will work alongside experienced project professionals, develop skills in governance, earned value reporting and project controls while working on high-profile programmes across Water, Defence, Rail and

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Project Management, Engineering or related discipline.
• Working towards or holding professional qualification such as APM/Chartered.
• Experience supporting design commissions and design-and-build infra projects.
• Experience in Water/Defence/Rail or wider infra sectors is beneficial.
• Knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 contracts and governance.

Responsibilities

• Support the Project Manager in delivering large, complex multi-disciplinary projects.
• Assist with planning, programme management and risk tracking.
• Coordinate actions and learn to contribute to project outcomes.
• Identify and manage contractual and commercial risks for AtkinsRéalis and clients.
• Prepare clear, timely project information for decision making.
• Support coordination across teams and maintain a positive working environment.
• Contribute to development through knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
• Facilitate communication between clients, suppliers, and project teams.
• Develop and maintain project delivery programmes and plans.
• Gain hands-on experience with AtkinsRéalis governance and standards.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

APM/Chartered

Design contracts

NEC contracts

Travel

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

NEC contracts

Job description

Overview

You might know us for the great work we deliver across a diverse range of infrastructure projects. We are proud to say that our success is built on the diversity, expertise and knowledge of our people. When you join AtkinsRéalis, you will become part of a genuinely collaborative environment where every voice is valued and everyone is encouraged to develop and grow.

AtkinsRéalis' UK Infrastructure Project Delivery Practice (PDP) is the centre of excellence for the delivery of infrastructure projects and the home of our project management professionals. The team supports the delivery of projects across Water, Defence, Buildings and Places, Energy and Aviation, providing exposure to a wide variety of clients, sectors and multidisciplinary project teams. PDP is committed to developing future project leaders through structured training, mentoring, professional accreditation and support towards chartership and APM qualifications. PDP supports progression through structured development, professional accreditation, chartership/APM pathways and exposure to major programmes.

Due to continued growth and recent project wins across the East Midlands, we have exciting opportunities for Assistant Project Managers to join our Midlands team (based in Birmingham, Derby and Peterborough). This role offers the chance to work on complex and high-profile infrastructure programmes while developing your project management skills within a supportive and experienced team environment.

As an Assistant Project Manager, you will support the successful delivery of multidisciplinary projects throughout the project lifecycle. Working alongside Project Managers and senior project professionals, you will assist with project planning, programme management, stakeholder engagement, risk management, reporting and project controls. You will gain valuable experience across a range of infrastructure markets while contributing to the delivery of projects that make a positive impact on communities and the environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to build a long-term career in project management, gain exposure to major infrastructure programmes and develop the skills, experience and professional qualifications needed to progress within AtkinsRéalis.

Your role

• Supporting the Project Manager in the delivery of large and or complex multi-disciplinary projects, ensuring project objectives are understood and achieved.
• Assisting with the successful delivery of projects against agreed targets, helping to monitor progress and support the implementation of project strategies.
• Taking ownership of assigned actions and seeking opportunities to learn, improve and contribute to successful project outcomes.
• Supporting the identification and management of contractual and commercial risks to AtkinsRéalis, clients and project stakeholders, escalating issues where appropriate.
• Preparation of clear, accurate and timely project information, helping Project Managers and senior colleagues make informed decisions.
• Assisting the Project Manager and wider project team with coordination activities, helping to maintain team effectiveness and contribute to a positive working environment. Bringing energy, curiosity and a proactive mindset to the role.
• Contributing to team development by sharing knowledge, supporting colleagues and participating in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Facilitating effective communication, coordination and information flow between clients, project teams, subcontractors and partners, both internal and external.
• Supporting the development and maintenance of project delivery programmes and plans, whilst building strong working relationships with AtkinsRéalis disciplines, external consultants, clients and stakeholders.
• Developing project management capability through hands-on experience, professional development and exposure to AtkinsRéalis governance, delivery standards and client environments.
• Assisting with project controls and financial management activities, including monitoring expenditure, tracking revenue against forecast costs, supporting Earned Value reporting and maintaining project financial records.
• Supporting project governance and reporting requirements, ensuring project documentation, trackers and registers are kept up to date and accurate.
• Assisting with project close-out activities, including archiving documentation, capturing and sharing lessons learned, updating market information and coordinating Client Satisfaction surveys.
• Supporting business development activities by contributing to bid inputs, project case studies, lessons learned and market information in line with AtkinsRéalis governance processes.

About you

• Relevant qualification (Bachelor's degree or equivalent) in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• Working towards or holding a recognised professional qualification such as APM, Chartered status, or equivalent.
• Have experience supporting the delivery of design commissions and or design and build contracts on major infrastructure projects.
• Experience supporting projects within the Water, Defence, Rail, or wider infrastructure sectors would be advantageous.
• Knowledge and practical experience of Contract Administration, particularly NEC3 or NEC4 contracts.
• Willing and flexible to travel to our projects.
• Experience supporting the delivery of projects against agreed time, cost and quality objectives, with a working understanding of project controls, reporting and earned value management principles.
• Ability to coordinate and support multidisciplinary teams, demonstrating strong organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Customer-focused with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships with clients, suppliers, and project stakeholders.
• A collaborative and supportive approach, with a willingness to learn, share knowledge, support colleagues and contribute to a positive team culture.
• Ambitious, proactive and keen to build a successful career in project management, with a willingness to support project governance, reporting, risk management and financial tracking while helping keep project information accurate, accessible and focused on effective decision making.

Rewards & 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.

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.

Worker Type Employee

Job Type Regular

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.