Job Description

Overview:

At AtkinsRealis, we're committed to shaping a better future for generations to come. We're seeking a technically accomplished and operationally focused professional to take on the role of Technical Director for our Asset Management team in the North Sub Practice. This is a pivotal leadership position, combining deep technical expertise with strategic and operational oversight.


You'll be a champion of asset management, bringing credibility, innovation, and direction to a growing team of 30+ professionals, with ambitions to expand sustainably by at least 10-15% annually. You'll play a key role in delivering excellence across sectors including Water, Aviation, Defence, and Power & Renewables while leveraging digital tools and our Global Technology Centre.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership:

Provide expert guidance across the asset management lifecycle, ensuring technical excellence, innovation, and quality assurance in delivery. Preferably from an Operations & Maintenance background, to complement our other practice heads who are more strategic Asset Management focused.

Operational Oversight:

Own key regional business metrics including productivity, headcount growth, training, and performance. Maintain personal billability of 75%, while ensuring the sub-practice achieves >85% average productivity.

Practice Growth:

Take a key role in shaping and growing the overall Assets & Information Management practice. Contribute to strategic planning, service development, and cross-practice collaboration.

People Development:

Inspire, mentor, and retain talent. Spearhead skills development initiatives, support career progression, and foster a culture of inclusion, innovation, and technical excellence.

Client Engagement:

Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, identifying opportunities and converting them into sustainable workstreams.

Framework & Account Leadership:

Act as Framework Director or Key Account Lead for major clients, ensuring consistent delivery, strategic alignment, and client satisfaction.

Strategic Delivery:

Spearhead major strategic projects, translating client needs into high-impact solutions and driving continuous improvement across operations.

Thought Leadership:

Represent AtkinsRealis externally through speaking engagements, publications, and award submissions to showcase our impact and innovation.

Candidate Profile:

We're looking for someone who:

Is a respected technical authority in Asset Management or Operations & Maintenance, with consultancy or client-side experience. Has a proven track record in operational performance improvement, delivering lean and effective solutions. Demonstrates strong stakeholder engagement and the ability to translate complex client needs into actionable strategies. Is proficient in steering diverse teams and building a strong regional identity and culture. Is comfortable with UK-wide travel and occasional international assignments.

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

Honours Degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline. IAM Certification (Diploma or RAMP desirable). Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., Institute of Asset Management). Experience in sectors such as Water, Oil & Gas, Aviation, Defence, Nuclear, or Renewables is advantageous.

Why work for AtkinsRealis?

We're ranked as one of LinkedIn's Top 25 Companies, where UK professionals want to work and stay once they join. We've also made the Times Top 50 employers for women.


Our Infrastructure team uses innovation, new approaches and the power of data to help our clients deliver end-to-end projects and programmes for essential future infrastructure. And as the work becomes ever more complex, our employees continue to challenge the status quo.


We're committed to engineering better for people and our planet, from our global Engineering Net-Zero programme to creating social value through EDAROTH community housing. We're proud of our active employee networks creating awareness and allyship for our under-represented groups. Not to mention programmes supporting communities outside AtkinsRealis, including schools, charities, ex-forces and professionals returning after career breaks.

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."

#LI-INFRASTRUCTURE | #LI-UK