Associate – Senior Project manager

AtkinsRéalis; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international consultancy is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee diverse infrastructure projects. This role combines project management and design management, offering opportunities for growth and the chance to work on significant projects across various sectors. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in infrastructure project delivery, and the role includes a hybrid working model with client site visits.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in multi-disciplinary infrastructure project delivery.
• Experience managing design projects to scope, time, and cost.

Responsibilities

• Delivering projects within scope, time, budget, and quality targets.
• Leading and motivating project teams, fostering collaboration.

Skills

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Chartered Engineer/Architect/Project Manager

APM PMQ

Tools

BIM

3D Modelling

Job description

Senior Project Manager / Associate JD (Newcastle / Stockton-on-Tees) 2025

The AtkinsRéalis Infrastructure Project Delivery Practice (PDP) is the centre of excellence for the delivery of infrastructure projects, combining project management and design management to provide comprehensive services to clients across the public and private sectors. The team manages design services in Water Infrastructure, Defence Infrastructure, Nuclear, Aviation, Energy, Rail (stations), and Urban Developments.

We are offering an exciting opportunity within the Infrastructure PDP for a Senior Project Manager / Associate to join our North, Scotland, and Northern Ireland (NS&NI) practice, based in Newcastle or Stockton-on-Tees. This role is ideal for someone ready to take the next step in their career, responsible for delivering projects from inception to completion. The position involves a hybrid working model, combining office work with client site visits.

Working within the Infrastructure PDP, you'll have the chance to engage with a diverse portfolio of projects nationally and internationally, including commercial, residential, nuclear, defence, and D&B projects, allowing you to develop and showcase your project management skills.

Ideal candidates will have several years of experience in multi-disciplinary infrastructure project delivery, preferably within a consultancy, and will be responsible for leading major projects through all phases from concept to handover.

This role offers the opportunity to grow within a renowned international consultancy, working on a variety of projects that demonstrate and further develop your talents and skills.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering projects within scope, time, budget, and quality targets.
• Setting project objectives and developing strategies for achievement.
• Managing contractual and commercial risks and identifying opportunities.
• Leading and motivating project teams, fostering collaboration, and guiding problem-solving.
• Ensuring effective communication with clients, teams, subcontractors, and partners.
• Coordinating with global teams and managing project delivery plans.
• Maintaining financial health of projects through accurate invoicing, credit control, and risk management, including Earned Value reporting.
• Closing projects effectively, archiving documentation, capturing lessons learned, and ensuring client satisfaction.
• Upholding AtkinsRéalis values: Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Minimum requirements:

• Chartered Engineer/Architect/Project Manager or equivalent with experience in large infrastructure projects.
• Recognized level of competence in Project Management (e.g., APM PMQ) is desirable.
• Experience across various market sectors and familiarity with different construction contracts, especially NEC3 or 4.
• Proven ability to manage design projects to scope, time, and cost, with knowledge of programming and earned value techniques.
• Experience with BIM and 3D modelling tools for design and coordination.
• Strong client relationship skills and understanding of assurance and compliance principles.
• Ability to identify growth opportunities and adapt in dynamic environments.
• Self-motivated, capable of working independently and within teams, with leadership qualities.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, with a collaborative approach.
• Willingness to travel within the UK and work onsite as needed.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

We are recognized as one of LinkedIn's Top 25 Companies and a top employer for women. Our team leverages innovation and data to deliver complex infrastructure projects, committed to engineering better for people and the planet, with initiatives supporting community and diversity.

Security clearance:

This role may require security clearance, dependent on the job's nature. The process involves UKSV vetting, which may require proof of UK residency for at least 5 years. Please do not mention or include current or past security clearances in your application.

We promote diversity and inclusion through flexible policies, employee networks, and equal opportunity practices, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.

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