Job Description
We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world‑leading design, engineering and project management organisation. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems.
Overview
Become a vital member of our Project & Programme Services (PPS) team, proudly taking on some of the world's most exciting and prestigious projects. Join us and you'll be part of a genuinely collaborative environment where everyone is supported to make the most of their talents and where contributions are recognised equally while we deliver excellence together.
Flexible and remote working are central to our culture, so talk to us about what's important to you – from reduced weeks to buying more leave – and how we can make reasonable adjustments, support your ambitions outside of work or adapt your working style.
Our Programme Advisory Team
We have had significant success in the infrastructure market over the last year, making us one of the fastest growing parts of the organisation with ambitious future growth plans. The advisory team supports our Complex Infrastructure clients across Nuclear, Aviation, Defence, Water, Transportation, Power & Renewables sectors, helping them set up, assess and transform some of the largest and most complex programmes in the UK and beyond. We empower clients through trusted collaboration, solving complex challenges and building enduring capability that sets them up for the future.
Your Role
* We are looking for an Associate Director to join our team who is passionate about making a positive change within Client PMOs by influencing and delivering. Our roles span multiple industry sectors and are part of some of the most high‑profile complex programmes within the UK. You will be enthusiastic about working with multidisciplinary teams and in different client environments with diverse challenges.
* This role will give you the opportunity to work across various programmes, with the support of some of the most experienced teams across the global AtkinsRéalis business, to develop your own growth journey.
About You
* Programme Lifecycle – Extensive experience working across programme lifecycles to set up and deliver within major transformational PMOs.
* People Leadership – Day‑to‑day management of large multidisciplinary teams.
* Maturity Assessment – Ability to carry out assurance and assessments of PMO capabilities and maturity.
* PMO Set‑Up – Ability to design, develop and implement a PMO inclusive of people, process and systems.
* Strategic Advice – Deliver strategic advisory services for PMO transformations including organisation design, project design and management, improving efficiencies and performance, etc.
* Stakeholder Management – Effective communication and stakeholder management skills and ability to tailor the message and liaise directly with the required client or audience including facilitating multi‑media workshops (in person, virtual or hybrid).
* Analytical Skills – Logical thinker with strong analytical skills and the ability to collect, organise, analyse, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
* Pro‑active Approach – High personal motivation and drive, able to work and thrive in AND deliver high‑quality advice/solutions in complex and ever‑changing environments.
* Leading Change – Demonstrable evidence of leading/supporting change initiatives and achieving tangible/successful results within ambiguous environments.
* Relationship Building – Able to build lasting relationships with clients and wider team members alike.
* Technical Excellence – Industry recognised specialist in leading successful PMO's for complex infrastructure projects.
* Professional Certification – Hold relevant certifications such as APM PMQ/PPQ/ChPP; MoP; MSP; PRINCE2, P3O, PROSCI, Lean, Six Sigma.
Reward & Benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive at every stage of your life and 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. Combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and a fulfilling personal life.
About AtkinsRéalis
We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organisation. 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.
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 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. 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.
Worker Type
Employee
Job Type
Regular
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