Associate Director

Job Description

Associate Director JD (Manchester) 2025

The AtkinsRéalis Infrastructure Project Delivery Practice (PDP) is the centre of excellence for the delivery of infrastructure projects, combining project management and design management to offer comprehensive services to clients in both public and private sectors. The team manages design services across Water Infrastructure, Defence Infrastructure, Nuclear, Aviation, Energy, Rail (stations), and Urban Developments.

We have an exciting opportunity in the Infrastructure PDP for an Associate Director to join our North, Scotland and Northern Ireland (NS&NI) practice, based in Manchester. This role is ideal for someone looking to advance their career and take on greater project delivery responsibilities from inception to completion. The position involves hybrid working, with time split between our NS&NI offices, client sites, and project locations.

Our growth is driven by the success of our division and a robust project pipeline, especially within Defence, Water, and Nuclear sectors across the Northern regions.

This role offers the chance to work on a diverse range of projects, including refurbishment, new builds, nuclear, defence, and water projects, providing a platform to develop and demonstrate your project management skills and experience.

As an Associate Director or Associate, you should have several years of multi-disciplinary infrastructure project delivery experience, preferably within a consultancy, and be responsible for leading and successfully delivering major design projects from concept through construction and handover.

As Associate Director, your responsibilities will include:

1. The successful delivery of projects within scope, schedule, budget, and quality targets.
2. Defining project objectives and developing strategies to achieve them.
3. Managing contractual and commercial risks, as well as identifying opportunities.
4. Leading, motivating, coaching, and developing project teams.
5. Facilitating communication and coordination with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
6. Collaborating with Discipline Leads to establish commercial arrangements and communication plans, including liaising with global technology centers.
7. Owning and managing the project delivery schedule and plans.
8. Protecting commercial interests, including invoicing, credit control, and monitoring project financials with support from finance teams.
9. Ensuring proper project closure, documentation, lessons learned, and client satisfaction assessments.
10. Upholding AtkinsRéalis values: Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, and Innovation.

Requirements:

• Chartered Engineer/Architect/Project Manager or equivalent with experience in managing large infrastructure projects.
• APM PMQ (or equivalent) in Project Management is desirable.
• Experience across various major project sectors.
• Knowledge of different construction contracts, especially NEC3 or 4.
• Experience managing design projects within time, cost, and quality constraints, familiar with programming and earned value techniques.
• Proficiency with BIM and 3D modelling tools for design and coordination.
• Strong client relationship management skills and ability to understand client needs.
• Understanding of assurance and compliance principles relevant to the industry.
• Ability to identify new opportunities and bring value through business development.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently or within a team.
• Leadership skills, including delegation, mentoring, and motivating teams.
• Adaptability to different cultures and environments, with excellent communication skills.
• Willingness to travel across the UK and work on-site as required.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

We are recognized as a top employer, committed to innovation, sustainability, and social value. Our initiatives support diversity, inclusion, and community engagement.

Security clearance:

This role may require security clearance, contingent upon successful vetting. Candidates should not disclose current or previous clearances during application.

We promote a diverse and inclusive workforce, offering flexible policies and support networks for all employees.

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