Significant experience of Project Manager roles on large scale multidisciplinary UK infrastructure projects (>$5M design fees per annum) gained within a consultancy environment (through design & build contracts or design development commissions) or in applicable roles for client or contractor organisations
Project/Engineering Management background with experience of the Heavy Rail or Light Rail/Mass Transit sector gained delivering work for clients such as Network Rail, HS2, Transport for London, Transport for Greater Manchester and Principal Contractors
Ability to work constructively and collaboratively with clients so that AtkinsRéalis’ commercial objectives are protected and met
Good understanding of design procedures, change control, checking and review requirements
Understanding of various forms of contract, in particular NEC3 or 4 and/or bespoke forms, and experience of deploying them
Professional membership and recognised level of Project Management competence (eg. MAPM, MICE, PMQ, ChPP, or equivalent) – desirable
What the job involves
AtkinsRéalis Transportation Project Delivery Practice (PDP) is the centre of excellence for the delivery of major transportation infrastructure projects and combines the best in project management and design management to provide a full suite of services to clients in the public and private sectors
The team is responsible for delivery of design services across our markets of Rail and Transit, Highways and Local Transport, and lean out into other sectors including Defence and Nuclear
We have a wide client base including HS2, National Highways, Network Rail, Irish Rail, Local Authorities, as well as several Principal Contractors
This is an exciting opportunity within the PDP Rail and Transit team for an experienced Senior Project Manager looking to lead the successful delivery of our projects, influence the growth and development of the project management team and progress into a Project Director role
Project Delivery and Team Leadership
Lead major rail projects as a Senior Project Manager, or smaller rail projects as a Project Director
Make sure projects meet revenue, profit and cash-flow targets, with clear reporting
Lead multi-disciplinary teams, including Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers and Design Managers
Plan resources with resource managers to make sure projects are properly supported
Keep teams aligned on scope, programme, cost, risk, constraints and interfaces
Governance and Commercial Management
Make sure projects meet client, governance, technical, HSE and quality requirements
Manage project delivery and contract administration through the full project life cycle
Team Development and Community Contribution
Share best practice and lessons learned across the project management community
Support and mentor Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers and other team members
Client and Business Growth
Build strong client relationships to support successful rail project delivery and win repeat work
Support Regional Client Directors in shaping and delivering the regional rail strategy
Lead bids for rail opportunities, with a strong focus on deliverable and well-planned solutions
