Senior Water Infrastructure Program Director

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Training & development

Flexible holidays

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis UK Limited is seeking a Project Director to lead major water infrastructure programmes in the UK and internationally. You will provide strategic leadership, governance, and client interface across feasibility to close-out, while ensuring safety, quality, and financial performance.

A strong track record in regulated water projects is essential. You will mentor teams, drive delivery excellence, and support business development within a collaborative, hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading major water infrastructure projects or programmes.
• Experience with regulated water industry clients and stakeholders in the UK.
• Track record delivering large-scale capital programmes across design, construction, and commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of major, complex water projects and programmes.
• Provide strategic governance and executive-level client liaison.
• Manage cost, schedule, risk, and performance reporting.
• Drive bid support, client engagement, and business development.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Commercial acumen

Negotiation

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

NEC/FIDIC

Job description

AtkinsRéalis UK Limited is seeking a Project Director to lead major water infrastructure programmes in the UK and internationally. You will provide strategic leadership, governance, and client interface across feasibility to close-out, while ensuring safety, quality, and financial performance.

A strong track record in regulated water projects is essential. You will mentor teams, drive delivery excellence, and support business development within a collaborative, hybrid work environment.