Offshore Structures Transportation & Installation Lead

AtkinsRéalis UK Limited; West of England; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working culture

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Transport & Installation (T&I) Lead to own the installation strategy for major offshore wind projects. You will bridge engineering, fabrication, marine operations, and offshore execution to ensure safe, efficient installations across complex interfaces.

The role requires leadership across multidisciplinary teams, coordination of contractors, and a proactive risk-aware mindset to meet project objectives and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Leadership and coordination across multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven ability to manage contractor interfaces and client-facing activities.
• Strong risk awareness and decision-making capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead the T&I strategy for offshore wind projects.
• Oversee lift studies, rigging design, and marine installation methods.
• Plan and readiness for offshore campaigns, vessel selection, and logistics.
• Interface with contractors, MWS, and installation partners; evaluate bids and scopes.
• Lead HSE-by-design and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Project coordination

Job description

Job Description Overview

Drive the offshore execution of the energy transition. We are looking for a T&I Lead to take ownership of the transport and installation strategy and execution for major offshore wind projects, covering both structural assets (foundations, substations) and subsea cable systems (inter-array and export). This is a critical leadership role, bridging engineering, fabrication, marine operations, and offshore execution to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective installation across complex project interfaces.

T&I Strategy & Planning

Develop and lead the Transport & Installation (T&I) strategy for offshore wind projects. Define installation methodologies for: WTG foundations (monopiles, jackets, transition pieces). Offshore substations (topside & jacket transport and lift). Subsea cables (inter-array & export systems). Manage installation schedules, sequences, and marine logistics.

Engineering & Technical Oversight

Oversee T&I engineering deliverables including: Lift studies and rigging design. Sea fastening and grillage design. Floatover / heavy lift installation methodologies. Cable lay analysis, route engineering, pull-in and protection systems (CPS). Ensure alignment with structural design, geotechnical, and cable engineering teams. Review and approve contractor T&I engineering documentation.

Marine Operations & Execution

Lead planning and readiness for offshore campaigns, including: Vessel selection and suitability assessments (WIVs, heavy lift vessels, CLVs). Port logistics, marshalling, and load-out operations. Offshore installation procedures and contingency planning. Provide technical support during offshore operations, including campaign monitoring and issue resolution.

Contractor & Stakeholder Management

Act as the primary interface for T&I contractors, marine warranty surveyors (MWS), and installation partners. Support procurement activities including: Preparation of T&I scopes of work Technical evaluations of bids Contract clarification and negotiations Engage with certification bodies and regulators to ensure compliance.

Risk, Safety & Assurance

Lead HSE-by-design approach for all T&I activities. Conduct risk assessments, method statement reviews, and constructability studies. Ensure compliance with industry standards (DNV-ST-N001, ISO, client requirements) Oversee development of ALARP installation solutions.

About you Essential Experience

Proven experience as T&I Engineer / T&I Lead / Installation Manager in offshore wind or offshore oil & gas. Strong background in installation of: Offshore structures (monopiles, jackets, substations), and/or Subsea cables (export and inter-array systems). Experience across project lifecycle phases (FEED, detailed design, execution). Track record of supporting or leading offshore campaigns.

Technical Expertise

Strong knowledge of: Heavy lift and marine installation methods Cable installation techniques (lay, burial, pull-in, termination). Metocean constraints, weather windows, and operability analysis. Familiarity with installation engineering tools and methods. Understanding of marine spread capabilities and vessel limitations.

Leadership & Professional Skills

Strong coordination and leadership skills across multidisciplinary teams. Excellent communication and client-facing capability. Ability to manage multiple contractors and interfaces simultaneously. Proactive, solution-oriented with strong risk awareness and decision-making ability.

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.

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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.

Inclusion and diversity statement

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be.

So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees.

As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage.

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