Senior Project Manager

slihrms; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexible holidays

Training & professional development

Inclusive culture

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead delivery of advanced technology and data centre projects within Wales and the broader UK. You will shape a high-performing team, manage key client relationships, and drive bids and proposals to secure major programmes.

The role offers flexible working arrangements and a focus on leadership, delivery excellence and market growth across the region.

Qualifications

• Chartered MRICS or equivalent professional qualification is required.
• Proven experience delivering complex, high-value projects including advanced technology or mission-critical environments.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and delivery of project management services across advanced technology/data centre schemes and related sectors.
• Act as a senior client interface, building trusted relationships with key regional and national clients.
• Support the growth and development of the Wales business, including team expansion and capability building.
• Lead and contribute to winning work, including bids, proposals, and client presentations.
• Take ownership of major projects and key accounts, ensuring high-quality delivery and client satisfaction.
• Collaborate across disciplines and regions to deliver integrated, innovative solutions.
• Promote and enhance the AtkinsRéalis Project Management brand in the marketplace.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement, inclusion, and high performance within the team.
• Mentor, coach and support colleagues, contributing to a strong and engaged team culture.
• Monitor workload and resources to support efficient and effective project delivery.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Client management

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Education

MRICS

Job description

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is a leading international consultancy, with strong presence across the UK & Europe, known for delivering complex, high-impact programmes and fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous progression. We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive, and flexible working environment where everyone can thrive. We recognise that diverse perspectives lead to better decisions and stronger outcomes for our clients. At AtkinsRéalis, talent is empowered, individuality is valued, and career development is actively supported.

The Opportunity

As part of our continued growth in Wales, we are seeking a Senior - Project Management with experience in delivering advanced technology facilities and data centre programmes, alongside broader infrastructure and built environment sectors. This is a leadership role with the opportunity to shape and grow a high-performing team, develop client relationships, and play a key role in delivering complex, cutting‑edge projects across the region. We welcome applications from candidates seeking full‑time, part‑time, or flexible working arrangements and are happy to discuss how this role can work for you.

Your role

• Provide strategic leadership and delivery of project management services across advanced technology/data centre schemes and related sectors.
• Act as a senior client interface, building trusted relationships with key regional and national clients.
• Support the growth and development of the Wales business, including team expansion and capability building.
• Lead and contribute to winning work, including bids, proposals, and client presentations.
• Take ownership of major projects and key accounts, ensuring high-quality delivery and client satisfaction.
• Collaborate across disciplines and regions to deliver integrated, innovative solutions.
• Promote and enhance the AtkinsRéalis Project Management brand in the marketplace.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement, inclusion, and high performance within the team.
• Mentor, coach and support colleagues, contributing to a strong and engaged team culture.
• Monitor workload and resources to support efficient and effective project delivery.

About You

• Chartered status (MRICS or equivalent professional qualification).
• Strong experience delivering complex, high-value projects, ideally including advanced technology or mission‑critical environments.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage client relationships at a senior level.
• Experience in pre‑ and post‑contract project delivery and commercial management.
• A strong understanding of the Welsh and wider UK construction market.
• A track record in winning work and developing client relationships.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strategic awareness and the ability to identify and capitalise on market opportunities.

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.Be rewarded. Find out more.

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.Find out more.

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.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

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