Job Description

Become a vital member of our Project & Programme Services team, proudly taking on some of the world's most exciting and prestigious projects. Join us, and you'll be part of our genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone is supported to make the most of their talents. It's about recognizing everyone's contributions equally while delivering 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 for you or support your ambitions outside of work.


Reporting directly to the Manchester Office Lead you will be core to our growing business, delivering our results and will work collaboratively with all other parts of the Project & Programme Services (PPS) business and alongside the Regional Leadership Team for the North. The role will entail leading the Manchester PM team but also supporting growth across the region. The role will be integral to the leadership of NW and office.

Your purpose:

Visible leadership in the office - providing this through effective and regular engagement and development of our talented people to enable them to thrive and excel. With agile and remote working a core part of our business model, senior leadership presence in our offices is essential and the tone for engagement must be set at the top. Inclusive leadership - ensure an inclusive environment within the Office, where Equality, Diversity & Inclusion is at the core of the region's culture. Responsibility for the safety and wellbeing of our people. People & Culture - provide the environment for development of all our people and accelerate opportunities for career development and encourage talent mobility. Use that environment to drive a high performing culture where excellence is strived for in every element of the business. Business strategy - engage in the development of business priorities ensuring coordination and implementation in the regional strategy. Encourage our entrepreneurial and innovative culture. Business performance - Deliver growth in revenue and margin, ensuring delivery of the annual budgeted margin and other performance metrics. Financial Leadership - drive effective and timely financial management for your business unit and aligning to the agreed finance calendar. Resourcing - workforce planning, building an agile workforce that meets the needs of the future and achieves the budgeted utilisation. External profile - work closely with relevant teams to actively engage with clients and deliver thought leadership. Working with the National Sector Leads, create a positive and results driven growth culture in the region. Win Work Excellence - working with the Win Work Lead and Sector Leads create a culture of work winning that aligns with the PPS strategic objectives. Through teamwork, determination and dynamism, establish long-lasting client relationships that benefit all. Delivery Excellence - agile to client requirements, run towards problems and deploy the right people to deliver work of value to our clients. Ensure robust management of projects to achieve the outcomes expected by PPS and our clients. Technical Excellence - support the development of service streams to maximise delivery and promote technical excellence. Working with our TLG and IDO manager evolve our technical delivery model to take advantage of consistent and efficient delivery in all technical disciplines.

What you can bring:

Proven ability in a senior leadership role as well as being able to build, lead and motivate a team through change. Experience of creating and utilising an effective network which spans clients, business partners and other stakeholders. Be both client and market facing with a visible digital profile. Substantial knowledge and understanding of relevant PPS disciplines to support delivery excellence. Strong commercial acumen, and strong knowledge, experience and understanding of our corporate governance system. A track record of managing a P+L and delivering strong financial performance for your teams. Engendered a culture of continual improvement and development of services through innovation, technology, and new business models. A desire to exceed targets and a proven track record in exceeding business performance expectations. High emotional intelligence with effective questioning/listening skills. Able to communicate with confidence at all levels. Ability to adapt approach to situations and remain calm under pressure. A collaborative team-player who operates to high behavioural standards and business ethics and is always an ambassador for our wider business.

Why work for AtkinsRealis?

Looking for a place where you can engineer a better future? AtkinsRealis is for you. Here, our digital-enabled approach transforms outcomes for people and the environment. You'll have a myriad of projects to choose from and endless possibilities for career growth. More responsibility, acclaimed training programmes and flexible working are part of our inclusive culture of prioritising diversity, health, and happiness.


Join our Project & Programme Services team and expand your career on some of the industry's most exciting and newsworthy construction projects - from Sizewell C to the world's tallest hotel, London's Heathrow Airport to Europe's first eco-friendly mosque. You'll enjoy invaluable exposure to international expertise as well as innovation in local niche areas. Communities are at the heart of our work and our people are proud to be working towards a Net Zero Carbon future and regenerating cities across the UK.

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 promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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