Remote Practice Director, Intelligent Tech & Infrastructure

AtkinsRéalis Group; England; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis Transportation seeks an inspired and commercially minded leader to shape the future of Intelligent Technology & Infrastructure. You will drive growth across digital, technology, asset management, and business transformation services while building a high-performing, future-ready team.

You will work with market and technical leaders to expand offerings, strengthen client relationships, and translate strategy into measurable outcomes for clients and the business.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading and developing large, multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong commercial acumen and track record of business growth and performance improvement.
• Ability to translate strategy into measurable business, client, and people outcomes.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• A collaborative, client-focused approach with the ability to influence at senior levels.
• Commitment to technical excellence, quality, safety, and effective risk management.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with a passion for developing talent.
• Experience within digital, technology, asset management, business transformation, transportation, engineering, advisory, or professional services environments.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver the growth strategy for Intelligent Technology & Infrastructure aligned with Transportation business objectives.
• Identify emerging market opportunities and translate client needs into innovative services and solutions.
• Collaborate across AtkinsRéalis to strengthen client relationships and unlock new business opportunities.
• Build future capability by developing the skills, expertise, and capacity required for sustainable growth.
• Lead a high-performing practice of 220+ professionals, ensuring excellence in delivery, quality, safety, and risk management.
• Oversee workforce planning and resource deployment to meet current and future demand.
• Partner with Client and Market Directors to support strategic pursuits and deliver integrated solutions.
• Drive strong operational performance, productivity, and commercial outcomes.
• Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performance culture where people can thrive.
• Develop future leaders through coaching, mentoring, and succession planning.
• Promote innovation, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement across the practice.
• Create opportunities for professional growth while maintaining a strong focus on employee engagement and wellbeing.

Skills

Leadership

Strategy

Stakeholder management

People development

Commercial acumen

Travel willingness

Job description

AtkinsRéalis Transportation seeks an inspired and commercially minded leader to shape the future of Intelligent Technology & Infrastructure. You will drive growth across digital, technology, asset management, and business transformation services while building a high-performing, future-ready team.

You will work with market and technical leaders to expand offerings, strengthen client relationships, and translate strategy into measurable outcomes for clients and the business.