Associate Director

AtkinsRéalis; Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in infrastructure project delivery is seeking an Associate Director in Manchester. The role involves managing large projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with quality, budget, and timeline targets. Ideal candidates will have extensive project management experience and a focus on client relationships. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and engagement with diverse projects across various sectors.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Diversity and Inclusion Policies

Qualifications

• Several years of multidisciplinary infrastructure project delivery experience.
• Experience managing large infrastructure projects in a consultancy environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensure project delivery aligns with targets for programme, budget, and quality.
• Manage contractual and commercial risks and identify opportunities.
• Lead and motivate project teams, facilitating communication among stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Chartered Engineer

APM PMQ

Tools

BIM

3D Modelling Tools

Job description

Associate Director JD (Manchester) 2025

The AtkinsRéalis Infrastructure Project Delivery Practice (PDP) is the centre of excellence for the delivery of infrastructure projects and combines the best in project management and design management to provide a full suite of services to clients in the public and private sectors. The team is responsible for delivering design services across our markets, including Water Infrastructure, Defence Infrastructure, Nuclear, Aviation, Energy, Rail (stations), and Urban Developments.

We have an exciting new opportunity in the Infrastructure PDP for an Associate Director to join our North, Scotland, and Northern Ireland (NS&NI) practice, based in our Manchester office. This role is ideal for someone looking to take the next step in their career with increased responsibility for project delivery from inception to completion. The position involves a mix of agile working from our NS&NI offices, client sites, and project locations.

Our recruitment is driven by the success of our division, our growing pipeline, and anticipated expansion within the Northern regions across sectors such as Defence, Water, and Nuclear.

Working as an Associate Director within the Infrastructure PDP offers the chance to engage with a broad range of projects, including refurbishment, new builds, nuclear, defence, and water projects, providing opportunities to demonstrate and enhance your project management skills, knowledge, and experience.

Ideal candidates will have several years of multidisciplinary infrastructure project delivery experience, preferably within a consultancy environment, and be responsible for leading and successfully delivering major projects from concept through construction to handover.

As Associate Director, your responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring project delivery aligns with targets for programme, budget, and quality.
• Defining project objectives and developing strategies to achieve them.
• Managing contractual and commercial risks, as well as identifying opportunities.
• Leading and motivating project teams, fostering problem-solving and decision-making.
• Facilitating communication among clients, project teams, subcontractors, and partners.
• Collaborating with Discipline Leads to agree on commercial arrangements and communication plans, including coordination with global teams in Bangalore and New Delhi.
• Owning and managing project delivery programmes and plans.
• Protecting AtkinsRéalis's commercial interests through timely invoicing, credit control, and financial reporting, including Earned Value Management.
• Closing out projects effectively, archiving documentation, and capturing lessons learned.
• Upholding AtkinsRéalis values: Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Requirements:

• Chartered Engineer, Architect, Project Manager, or equivalent with experience in managing large infrastructure projects.
• APM PMQ or similar recognized project management qualification is desirable.
• Experience across various market sectors and familiarity with different construction contracts, such as NEC3 or 4.
• Proven ability to manage projects within time, cost, and quality constraints, with knowledge of programming and earned value techniques.
• Familiarity with BIM, 3D modelling tools, and information management within models.
• Strong client relationship management skills and a customer-focused approach.
• Understanding of assurance and compliance principles relevant to the industry.
• Ability to identify opportunities for growth and bring value through new work.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of working independently or within teams.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, with a collaborative approach to project delivery and stakeholder management.
• Willingness to travel across the UK and work on client sites as required.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

We are ranked among LinkedIn's Top 25 Companies in the UK and are recognized as one of the Times Top 50 employers for women. Our Infrastructure team leverages innovation, data, and new approaches to deliver complex projects and programs, aiming to engineer better for people and the planet. We support diversity and inclusion through policies, flexible working, and employee networks.

Security clearance:

This role may require security clearance, contingent upon obtaining the relevant level. The process is managed by UKSV and may require proof of UK residency for five years or more. Please do not mention or include current or previous security clearances in your application or CV.

We promote a diverse and inclusive community, offering family-friendly policies, flexible work arrangements, and support networks for staff from various backgrounds. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

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